Integrating Corporate Culture and Environmental Sustainability in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods in Nigeria

The Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector in Nigeria faces growing environmental sustainability challenges due to inefficient waste management and weak alignment between corporate culture and sustainability strategies. This study explores the influence of corporate culture focusing on leadership commitment, employee engagement, and ethical corporate policies on waste management efficiency within the sector. A survey research design was employed, with structured questionnaires distributed to employees from four leading FMCG firms: Nestlé Nigeria Plc., Unilever Nigeria Plc., A.G. Leventis Nigeria Plc., and Dufil Prima Foods Plc. The analysis revealed that leadership commitment plays a pivotal role in driving effective waste management, while employee engagement and ethical corporate policies further enhance sustainability efforts. The study highlights the need for FMCG firms to integrate corporate culture into their environmental sustainability frameworks, ensuring that sustainability is not only a regulatory requirement but an organizational priority. It concludes that fostering a strong sustainability oriented corporate culture significantly improves waste management efficiency and contributes to long term environmental responsibility. The study recommends among others that FMCG firms should institutionalize sustainability policies, increase financial investment in green initiatives, and strengthen employee participation in eco-friendly practices to achieve a more sustainable business environment.