Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has been invited to serve as the special guest of honor at the inaugural Akintola Williams Memorial Lecture, organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN). ICAN’s president, Davidson Alaribe, extended the invitation during a visit to Obasanjo’s Abeokuta home on Monday.
The lecture aims to honor the late Akintola Williams, renowned as the Doyen of Accounting in Nigeria. Alaribe emphasized Obasanjo’s significance in leading discussions on the theme “Leadership Dynamics: Current Realities and Way Forward,” citing his enduring influence as a national leader.
Obasanjo accepted the invitation, stressing the need to recognize Williams’ contributions and thanking ICAN for the initiative. During the visit, Obasanjo also showcased his museum, library, and archives, highlighting the importance of preserving institutional memories.
He noted that understanding the past is crucial for documenting the present and shaping the future, a practice often neglected in Nigeria. Obasanjo’s involvement in the lecture underscores his commitment to leadership and legacy, aligning with the event’s theme.
Key points:
- Former President Olusegun Obasanjo to serve as special guest of honor at ICAN’s Akintola Williams Memorial Lecture
- Lecture aims to honor the late Akintola Williams, Doyen of Accounting in Nigeria
- Obasanjo’s involvement emphasizes his enduring influence as a national leader
- Theme: “Leadership Dynamics: Current Realities and Way Forward”
- Obasanjo stresses importance of preserving institutional memories and understanding the past to shape the future.
