UBA, ICAN drive excellence in finance, accounting

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc and Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) have forged a partnership to drive innovation and excellence in finance and accounting. The UBA at the weekend hosted the 60th President of ICAN, Chief Davidson Alaribe, FCA, in a meeting aimed at fostering collaboration between both institutions. UBA’s Group Managing […]

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc and Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) have forged a partnership to drive innovation and excellence in finance and accounting.

The UBA at the weekend hosted the 60th President of ICAN, Chief Davidson Alaribe, FCA, in a meeting aimed at fostering collaboration between both institutions.

UBA’s Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Oliver Alawuba, who welcomed the ICAN President and his high-profile delegation, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership and assured that the bank is ready and willing to support the institution in its drive for excellence.

He said, “UBA is proud to be home to a significant number of ICAN members, whose expertise has been instrumental to our success as Africa’s global bank. This visit reaffirms our shared commitment to excellence and innovation.

Continuing, Alawuba stated, “We are particularly excited about potential collaboration in the Graduate Management Accelerated Programme (GMAP), training initiatives, and other business opportunities that will create a win-win for both organisations.”

Alaribe described UBA as “not just a financial powerhouse in Nigeria but a global leader with a strong presence across Africa and beyond.”

 

“ICAN recognises the immense value UBA brings to the table, and we are excited to explore opportunities for collaboration in areas such as capacity building, professional development, and business expansion. This partnership will undoubtedly benefit our members and the broader financial ecosystem,” he said.