The newly inaugurated Chairperson of the Society of Women Accountants of Nigeria (SWAN), Abuja Chapter, Mrs. Patricia Chinwe Ofili, has pledged to lead with integrity, innovation and a strong focus on community impact.
Ofili disclosed this in Abuja during her investiture ceremony, where she described her emergence as both a personal milestone and a solemn call to serve the accounting profession.
She said, “Today’s oath is more than a ceremonial act. It is a commitment to uphold the principles of our esteemed profession with integrity and professionalism.”
Unveiling her leadership theme, “Rebuild Trust Through Action,” Ofili outlined a forward-looking agenda focused on transparency, unity, and measurable community impact.
She noted she would prioritise inclusiveness, capacity building, and programs that empower women and uplift communities.
At the core of her initiatives is the launch of a financial literacy program targeted at women entrepreneurs in underserved areas. The program is designed to equip participants with essential business skills, enhance access to funding, and promote informed financial decision-making.
She also announced plans to expand the “Catch Them Young” mentorship initiative, which aims to inspire young girls to pursue careers in accounting through school outreach, interactive career talks, and one-on-one mentoring.
The high-profile ceremony attracted dignitaries from across the public and private sectors. Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, CFR, served as the Special Guest of Honour. He lauded Ofili’s vision and reiterated the importance of women’s participation in national development.
Event Chairman, Chief Tunde Afolabi, MFR, was represented by Professor Dapo Afolabi, CFR, former Head of Service of the Federation.
He praised SWAN Abuja’s commitment to blending professionalism with impactful service.
Other dignitaries in attendance included the Hon. Benedict Etanabene, the Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Hajia Zainab Abubakar Ibrahim, Deputy National Woman Leader (North), and Justices Gabriel Kolawole and Kayode Adeniyi.
The oath of office was administered by Hon. Justice Kolawole, while SWAN National Chairperson, Chief (Mrs.) Hilda Ofure Ozoh led a nationwide delegation of SWAN members in a show of solidarity.
Also present were district chairpersons of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN), and the Society of Women in Taxation.
The ceremony marked a new chapter for the Abuja arm of SWAN, as members rallied behind Ofili’s leadership vision for an empowered, professional, and socially responsive association.
