ICAN Advocates Special Courts for Swift Corruption Trials in Nigeria
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) has called on the government to establish special courts dedicated solely to handling corruption cases, emphasizing the need for swift justice to curb the menace in the country.
ICAN President, Chief Davidson Alaribe, made this appeal while speaking with journalists after a courtesy visit to the Onisabe of Igbobi-Sabe, Oba Owolabi Adeniyi, at his palace in Yaba, Lagos State.
Alaribe expressed concern over the various delay tactics employed by individuals facing corruption charges. He urged that, once established, these special courts should ensure that no corruption case lingers beyond three years.
He reaffirmed ICAN’s commitment to upholding high professional standards, noting that the institute also provides opportunities for applicants with lower academic grades to take its exams and become chartered accountants.
In his remarks, Oba Owolabi Adeniyi lamented how corruption has become deeply ingrained in Nigerian society. He described it as unfortunate that some Nigerians actively enable the problem and called on the younger generation to take up the challenge of eradicating corruption.
As the Patron of ICAN Lagos Mainland, the monarch also expressed joy over the increase in the number of ICAN districts under the current leadership. He shared the historical significance of the Igbobi-Sabe name, narrating how a woman suffering from stillbirths found relief after settling in the town.
Describing Igbobi-Sabe as a small but unique and inspiring community, Oba Adeniyi recalled that the last visit by ICAN officials occurred years ago, shortly after his installation as king.
Olori Mosunmola Adeniyi also extended her appreciation to the ICAN team for honoring the culture and traditions of the land.
In his vote of thanks, the immediate past Chairman of ICAN Lagos Mainland, Alhaji Sofiu Ahmad, expressed gratitude for the warm reception by the Oba.
The ICAN executives and management team visited the palace as part of their itinerary, which included a stop at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), the alma mater of ICAN’s 60th president.
