Reframing Leadership - How NBC Became a Purpose-Driven Powerhouse in Nigeria

The Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC) – a member of the Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company Group produces and distributes some of the world’s most beloved beverage brands, from Coca-Cola and Fanta to Schweppes and Five Alive.

But behind the fizz, NBC is also a key driver of economic development, sustainability, and youth empowerment in Nigeria. For four years, LSF PR partnered with NBC to amplify its impact, elevate its voice, and protect its reputation in a dynamic and high-stakes market.

The Challenge

In a highly visible industry like beverages, reputation is everything. NBC needed to:

The Strategy

We developed a long-term, multi-tiered PR strategy to drive both day-to-day visibility and strategic storytelling—focused around three landmark initiatives.

1. #YouthEmpowered – Building Nigeria’s Next Generation

NBC’s flagship youth development program helps young Nigerians gain skills for work and entrepreneurship. Over 50,000 have been empowered—and counting.

Our role:

2. World Without Waste – A Circular Vision for Nigeria

We supported NBC’s commitment to sustainability through a communications strategy that:

3. $1 Billion Investment Announcement

NBC’s multibillion-naira investment in local infrastructure, supply chains, and operations needed the right narrative:

Ongoing Support

Media Relations & Executive Visibility

Content & Messaging Engine

Crisis & Issues Management

The Results

Widespread Media Coverage:
secured features across national and international business, sustainability, and development media.

Corporate Leadership Cemented:
NBC recognized as a leader in youth empowerment and sustainable business in Nigeria.

Reputation Safeguarded:
handled multiple industry challenges with zero reputational damage, thanks to rapid, strategic response.

Trust Built Over Time:
four years of consistent, values-driven storytelling helped strengthen NBC’s social license to operate.

The Legacy

We didn’t just manage perception—we told NBC’s truth: A beverage company investing in people, planet, and progress.

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