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Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC) Ltd has reinforced its commitment to women’s leadership and inclusion by partnering with Women in Management, Business, and Public Service (WIMBIZ) for the organisation’s 24th Annual Conference. The event, themed “Own. Walk. Nurture.”, was held on 6–7 November 2025 at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.

At a panel session titled “Leading from the Inside Out: Balancing Ambition, Vulnerability & Purpose,” Oluwasoromidayo George, NBC’s Director of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, joined other notable women leaders to share insights on navigating leadership from a place of purpose.

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Drawing on her background in corporate leadership and sustainability, George stressed the need to be intentional, strategic, and authentic throughout one’s career journey. She noted that today’s workplaces must evolve to support people through both personal and professional challenges, giving them room to grow and deliver meaningful contributions.

Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC) Ltd  has reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to women’s empowerment and financial inclusion through its sponsorship of the FinTribe Finance Fair 2025 for the second consecutive year.

Themed “Level Up,” the fair aims to unite thousands of women, offering opportunities to learn, network, and access essential tools and resources for making informed financial and business decisions. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.

For nearly 75 years, NBC has remained a key player in Nigeria’s socio-economic development, consistently investing in impactful initiatives designed to uplift people and communities. Women are integral to NBC’s value chain, serving as dynamic entrepreneurs, distributors, and retailers who drive business growth and innovation. Through diverse empowerment programmes and targeted incentive schemes, NBC actively enables these women to expand their businesses, enhance their livelihoods, and make significant contributions to the nation’s economic advancement.

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The sponsorship of the FinTribe Finance Fair is a testament to NBC’s comprehensive sustainability agenda, which places a strong emphasis on advancing education, fostering inclusion, nurturing entrepreneurship, and promoting economic empowerment. NBC firmly believes that empowering women not only transforms individual lives but also creates ripple effects that uplift entire communities and positively shape future generations.

Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC) Ltd., a leading consumer packaged goods company and member of the Coca-Cola Hellenic Beverage Company (CCHBC), has announced the official launch of Plazma Biscuit, one of Europe’s most iconic biscuit brands, into the Nigerian market.

The launch marks a strategic milestone for NBC as it expands into Nigeria’s rapidly growing snack food sector, reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment and confidence in the country’s economic potential.

The launch is a result of a collaborative effort between Bambi (a leading confectionary company in Europe), Coca-Cola HBC Group, Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC), and a respected local biscuit manufacturer and outsourcing partner.

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Crafted with high-quality ingredients, Plazma offers a wholesome, creamy biscuit experience designed to support the health and enjoyment of Nigerian families.

The event marking Plazma’s official entry into Nigeria was highlighted by a symbolic moment when Goran Sladić, Managing Director of Nigerian Bottling Company, sold the first carton of Plazma biscuits in the market underscoring the brand’s arrival and the company’s excitement about this new chapter.

 “Plazma is much more than a biscuit, it represents trust, quality, and connection that transcend borders and inspire generations. Bringing this beloved brand to Nigeria is another step in our journey of growth, innovation, and partnership with the communities we serve. With over seven decades of presence in Nigeria, our commitment goes beyond business expansion; it’s about investing in the people, potential, and promise of this great nation,” Managing Director of NBC, Goran Sladić, said.

The Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC) Ltd., a leading consumer packaged goods company and member of the Coca-Cola Hellenic Beverage Company (CCHBC), has announced the flag-off of the 2025 Youth Empowered (YE) Tour, with Kaduna hosting the first stop on September 29 and 30, 2025.

Now in its eighth year, the youth initiative, launched in 2017, has become one of the most impactful youth development programmes in Nigeria and across 28 countries where Coca-Cola HBC operates.

Having already surpassed its ambitious goal of reaching one million young people across these locations by 2025, the initiative continues to expand as a platform for nation building, skills development, and real-world career preparation.

Speaking on the new edition, Soromidayo George, Corporate Affairs and Sustainability Director at NBC, said the programme reflects NBC’s consistent investment in Nigeria’s socioeconomic development.

“At NBC, we believe Nigerian youths are central to the country’s progress. By empowering them with practical skills, mentorship, and opportunities, we are not only shaping their individual futures but also contributing to the nation’s collective growth. The Youth Empowered initiative is a demonstration of our commitment to nurturing the next generation of innovators, leaders, and change-makers,” George said.

To make the programme even more impactful, NBC has strengthened Youth Empowered with additional experiential learning opportunities.

Earlier this year, the company sponsored select beneficiaries to an intensive culinary masterclass, helping them refine their craft.

Three winners were also rewarded with N1 million each to support them in building sustainable livelihoods in Nigeria’s growing food and hospitality sector.

In addition, ten other participants were placed in NBC, where they gained practical workplace exposure and hands-on skills to better prepare them for professional careers.

Since its inception, Youth Empowered has trained thousands of young Nigerians in entrepreneurship, digital literacy, career development, and leadership.

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Participants benefit from expert facilitators, mentorship, and networking opportunities, enabling them to translate knowledge into action and ambition into achievement.

The 2025 edition will feature interactive workshops, and capacity-building sessions, giving participants practical insights into building sustainable businesses, advancing their careers, and leveraging digital tools for growth.

After the Kaduna launch, the tour will continue across Nigeria with stops in Ondo, Port Harcourt, Edo, Benue, Niger, Jos, and Delta, building on the 2024 edition, which engaged young people in Abuja, Ogun, Osun, Oyo, Enugu, Lagos, Kano, Anambra, and Maiduguri.

With every new edition, NBC’s Youth Empowered initiative reaffirms its mission: to equip Nigerian youth with the tools, confidence, and opportunities to thrive—ultimately shaping a stronger, more resilient nation.

Nigerian Bottling Company Limited (NBC) has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment and industrial growth with the graduation of 69 skilled trainees from the 27th edition of its Supply Chain Academy.

 The event took place at NBC’s Ikeja Plant in Lagos, drawing dignitaries from government, industry, and the community.

Established in 1996, the NBC Supply Chain Academy has become a cornerstone of technical and leadership capacity building in Nigeria’s beverage industry.

Over nearly three decades, the Academy has recruited 1,460 trainees, with approximately 920 securing roles within NBC. Remarkably, 94 graduates have risen to senior positions, including one Plant Manager, underscoring the Academy’s role in grooming the next generation of leaders, innovators, and builders for the manufacturing sector.

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The program attracts the brightest Ordinary National Diploma (OND) holders from polytechnics nationwide each year, while also offering targeted skills development to NBC’s existing workforce.

More than 1,100 employees benefit annually from bespoke training programs, ensuring continuous capability growth across the business.

The Academy’s curriculum blends immersive classroom sessions with extensive hands-on training.

Trainees gain experience on mini production lines, work within simulated environments such as driver simulators and safety behaviour modules and have access to world-class facilities including a digital learning lab, library, on-site clinic, and canteen.

At the graduation,  NBC Managing Director, Goran Sladic, highlighted the Academy as a flagship initiative in NBC’s broader mission to build human capital and strengthen Nigeria’s industrial capabilities.

“The Supply Chain Academy is just one way we demonstrate our commitment to Nigeria’s socio-economic development. Our investments in technology, infrastructure, and talent are not just about growing our business, but about empowering people, strengthening local capabilities, and embedding sustainability in everything we do,” Sladic said.

Sladic also applauded the graduates for their innovative project, ‘Smart Traffic Light,’ a forward-thinking solution designed to improve safety in NBC’s facilities by replacing traditional convex mirrors with a more efficient and protective system.

“This is the type of ingenuity that will define the future of our industry,” he added.

In addition to the Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development,  Mobolaji Ogunlende, other dignitaries, including the Director-General of the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), Adewale-SmattOyerinde, and the Chairman of the Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area, Adebanjo Moyosore, praised NBC’s role in bridging the skills gap and contributing to industrial talent development.

Valedictorian Anosike Miracle expressed gratitude to NBC, the Academy’s trainers, and the Ikeja leadership team, encouraging fellow graduates to apply their skills beyond the classroom and inspire the next generation.

“Success is not always about being number one; it is about being consistent, being passionate, and staying true to who we are. As we leave these walls behind, let us carry the lessons we have learned, the friendships we have built, and the values instilled in us to ensure we pass them on to the younger generation,” he said.