Mr Patterson Ariemuduigho, has been sworn in as the new chairman of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Lagelu & District Society.

He was sworn-in during an investiture ceremony held at the weekend in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

Other members of the new executive inaugurated alongside Ariemuduigho, are: Dr Yemi Odebunmi, FCA (Vice-Chairman), Hezekiah Oyeyemi, FCA (General Secretary), Emmanuel Kuforiji, FCA (Treasurer), Mrs. Olukemi Oyewale, FCA (Financial Secretary), Mr. Sulaiman Eyitayo, FCA (Technical Secretary), Damilola Osuntubo, ACA (Membership Secretary), Alex Akinsola, ACA (Social/Publicity Secreatry), Mojisola Fashola, FCA (Assistant General Secretary), Moses Ogundele, FCA (Ex-Officio 1), Gbadamosi Ismaila , FCA (Ex-Officio 2), Victor Oguntade, FCA (Ex-Officio 3), Omokemi Oladipo, FCA (Immediate Past Chairman) and Folashade Ayo-Kumuyi, FCA (SWAN Rep).

In his acceptance speech, the new chairman said he is ready to lead with absolute transparency and to serve with humility, openness and unwavering dedication. “The plans are enormous, the targets are high, indeed, but God of mercy who brought us here will give us the capacity to finish well. Let us rise as one indomitable force, let us connect, let us collaborate and let us take total ownership and let us show the world what it truly means to be the networking district.”

In his remarks, the chairman of the investiture planning committee, Dr Yemi Odebunmi, said:”Today marks a beautiful milestone in the journey of our young but remarkably vibrant district. As we witness the transition of leadership, we are reminded of the enduring legacy of excellence, integrity and professionalism that defines our great institute.”