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The Abia State Governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu has called on the leadership of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria to be watchdogs in checking corrupt practices in the country.
Dr Ikpeazu who made the call when members of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) paid him a courtesy visit at Government House, Umuahia reminded the members of the association that accountability and integrity are very important in their profession, hence the need for them to live above board in every aspect of their dealings.
The Governor represented by his Deputy, Sir Ude Oko Chukwu expressed delight that members of the accounting profession have contributed immensely to the development of the state and country as well as ensuring that officials of Government at various levels enthrone probity and honest practices in running their finances.
He pointed out that it has become expedient that leadership of the profession mandate their members to be updated with modern techniques in the profession, and described their continuous mandatory course program as a step in the right direction while assuring them of their safety throughout their three day stay in the state.
Earlier in his speech, the National President of ANAN, Prof. Mohammed Mainoma said they are in the state for a Mandatory Continuing Professional Development Program and Orientation /Induction of new members where they will discuss issues centering on good goverance and accountability and thanked the state government for providing them with an enabling environment.
Crystal News Correspondent reports that members of the Abia State Executive Council, top Government officials and stakeholders in the accounting profession were present during the visit.
