From Rashidat AbdulRahman, Minna
Niger State government has pledged to sponsor some qualified members of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) to attend the World Congress of Accountants in Mumbai, India for training and re-training.
The Governor of Niger State, Abubakar Sani Bello, stated this at the investiture inauguration of Mohammed Adam Soja as the 4th Zonal Chairman and 5th Chairman, ICAN of Northern zone in Minna at Justice Idris Legbo Kutigi International Conference, Hall, Minna, the state capital on Monday.
The governor, who was represented by his deputy, Ahmed Mohammed Ketso said that ICAN, being the flagship of the accounting profession in Nigeria among others has produced world class chartered accountants around the globe, in terms of professionalism, standards and global best practices.
“Personally, I salute ICAN for having sustained the development of the profession over the years, this fact is only attributable to the steadfastness and commitment from its various leaders and members.
“ICAN members must be seen to be more actively involved in driving the process of change and also help in the anti-corruption crusade of government at all levels,” he said.
The governor urged all members of the accounting profession to always uphold the values of objectivity.
Earlier, President of ICAN, Tijjani Musa Isah said efforts of ICAN district societies in advancing accuracy and integrity would positively impact the economy as a whole.
He said that district societies are saddled with the responsibility of accountability, transparency and enhancing various jurisdictions.
The newly inaugurated ICAN Zonal Chairman of Northern zone and Chairman Minna District, Mohammed Adam Soja, expressed gratitude and also appreciated the governing council of ICAN and also commended the state government for support and appealed for more opportunities for mutual benefit between government and ICAN.
Highlights of the event included swearing-in of Minna District executives, goodwill messages from relevant stakeholders present at the event, as well as, awards of honour to some ICAN members.