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| ICAN President with President Muhammadu Buhari. |
I
would like to start by congratulating ICAN for the recently concluded 48th
Annual Accountants’ Conference appropriately themed Securing our Shared Future:
A Collective Responsibility.
2.
In the present circumstances, all hands must be on deck to ensure Nigerians
work towards an inclusive, diversified and sustainable future.
3.
I am particularly pleased to learn that the communique at the end of the
conference talked about environmental issues facing our nation.
4.
It is very clear to all of us that climate change and environmental challenges
are major threat to the peace and prosperity of our nation and its citizens.
5.
In the Niger-Delta region, man-made environmental problems have adversely
impacted the livelihoods of the inhabitants. Farmers and fishermen in
particular have seen their means of livelihood destroyed. Our assessments have
shown it will take decades to reverse this damage. But we have made a start.
With or without international cooperation, we are starting to clean up our degraded
areas, beginning with Ogoni.
6.
In the North Central region, we are also seeing a significant increase in
farmer herdsmen clashes. This trend, which is recurring in many West and
Central African nations is as a result of desertification.
7.
We are also seeing unpredictable rain patterns resulting in significant floods
across our riverine communities. These floods have destroyed hundreds of homes
and farmlands.
8.
As Chartered Accountants, your knowledge of environmental and sustainability
business practices is critical. You have a responsibility to ensure your
clients, in both the public and private sector, prioritise environmental
sustainability in their operations.
9.
In the past 3 years, this administration has worked hard to enhance the
transparency and efficiency of public sector financing through the Treasury
Single Account.
10.
We have also introduced policies that are improving the business environment.
We have implemented projects that enable young entrepreneurs. We will also
continue to review obsolete laws that are hindering growth in many sectors.
11.
I want to thank you for all your support and guidance. I will direct the
Economic Management Team to review and address the concerns you raised in your
remarks, with a view to implementing your recommendations.
12.
Finally, be rest assured that we will continue to partner with prestigious
institutions like ICAN for the development of this nation.
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