• Hausa Edition
  • Podcast
  • Conferences
  • LeVogue Magazine
  • Business News
  • Print Advert Rates
  • Online Advert Rates
  • Contact Us
Monday, July 28, 2025
Leadership Newspapers
Read in Hausa
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
Leadership Newspapers
No Result
View All Result

Late Akintola’s Influence Goes Beyond Boardroom – ICAN

by Olushola Bello
2 years ago
in Business
Akintola Williams

Akintola Williams

Share on WhatsAppShare on FacebookShare on XTelegram

The governing council and members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) said, Pa Akintola Williams influence extended beyond the boardroom, shaping policies and institutions that continue to benefit Nigeria and Africa.

Advertisement

The Institute celebrated the passing on to the glory of the Doyen of Accountancy profession in Nigeria and its founding fathers of ICAN, Pa Akintola Williams at the ripe age of 104 years.

A statement sent to LEADERSHIP, stated that “Akintola transited to the great beyond on September 11, 2023. Akintola, the Doyen was a titan whose name resonates with reverence and admiration throughout Nigeria and Africa’s accountancy profession landscape.

“His meteoric rise to stardom began at the University of London, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce in 1946 after studying Banking and Finance. It is indeed historic that he was the first Chartered Accountant of African descent to qualify with The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) in 1949 and later a Fellow of the Institute. This singular achievement opened doors for him and countless aspiring accountants who sought to follow in his footsteps.”

It added that, “Akintola returned to Nigeria in 1950 and cut his professional teeth as an assessment officer with the Inland Revenue Board, now the Federal Inland Revenue Service. He later quit the public sector and set up the first indigenous Accounting Firm in the country in 1952, Akintola Williams & Co., now Deloitte. 

RELATED

Nigerians Groan As SIM Registration, Swap Halted Over NIMC System Migration

NIMC Cautions Against Selling, Sharing Personal, NIN Data To Fraudsters

6 hours ago
Eterna Plc Reports Strong FY 2024 Performance

Eterna Plc Reports Strong FY 2024 Performance

7 hours ago

He was a detribalized man whose firm had partners from different African countries.

“Akintola led by example, demonstrating that professionalism, ethics, and excellence should be the guiding principles of every accountant. He was also a strong force in establishing the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON). His steadfast commitment to the activities of these bodies was unparalleled till old age.

“Beyond his pioneering contributions to the accounting profession, our Doyen was a philanthropist, an advocate for education, and a catalyst for positive change. His influence extended beyond the boardroom, shaping policies and institutions that continue to benefit Nigeria and Africa.”

 


We’ve got the edge. Get real-time reports, breaking scoops, and exclusive angles delivered straight to your phone. Don’t settle for stale news. Join LEADERSHIP NEWS on WhatsApp for 24/7 updates →

Join Our WhatsApp Channel




Tags: Akintola Williams
SendShareTweetShare
Previous Post

Nigeria’s Telecoms Sector Still Imports 84% Hardware Components

Next Post

Nigeria’s Ginger Export Hits N10bn In Q2

Olushola Bello

Olushola Bello

You May Like

Nigerians Groan As SIM Registration, Swap Halted Over NIMC System Migration
Business

NIMC Cautions Against Selling, Sharing Personal, NIN Data To Fraudsters

2025/07/27
Eterna Plc Reports Strong FY 2024 Performance
Business

Eterna Plc Reports Strong FY 2024 Performance

2025/07/27
Shettima To Represent Nigeria At 2nd UN Food Systems Summit In Addis Ababa
Business

Shettima To Represent Nigeria At 2nd UN Food Systems Summit In Addis Ababa

2025/07/27
ASIS 4.0: Stakeholders Pledge Collaboration To Unlock Africa’s Potential
Business

ASIS 4.0: Stakeholders Pledge Collaboration To Unlock Africa’s Potential

2025/07/27
Caverton Champions Sustainable Marine Mobility With Award-winning Research
Business

Caverton Champions Sustainable Marine Mobility With Award-winning Research

2025/07/27
CORBON Inducts 420 Registered Builders, Announces Competition
Business

CORBON To Register, Train Additional Cadres Of Building Artisans

2025/07/27
Leadership Conference advertisement

LATEST

FCT Department Pledges Adherence To Due Process In Resttlement Scheme

Rotary Clubs Launch Maternal, Child Health Outreach At Durumi IDP Camp

130 Policemen, Guards Killed Fighting Banditry In Katsina

NIMC Cautions Against Selling, Sharing Personal, NIN Data To Fraudsters

Middle Belt Forum Rejects Permanent Co-Chair For Sultan In Traditional Rulers’ Council

₦200trn Debt: ADC Demands Nigeria’s Loans Audit Of Last 10 Years

Eterna Plc Reports Strong FY 2024 Performance

Mission X: NFF Plans Motorcade Welcome For Super Falcons In Abuja

Iyere Lauds Olawande As ‘Best Youth Minister’, Hails His Commitment To Empowerments

Residents Jubilate Over Killing Of 3 Notorious Bandits In Sokoto

© 2025 Leadership Media Group - All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us

© 2025 Leadership Media Group - All Rights Reserved.