YOUNG ACCOUNTANTS' DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (YADC)

Dear Young Accountants,
Welcome to the Young Accountants’ Development Committee (YADC) website home page for unlocking the full potential of your accounting career. Whether you're just starting your journey in the world of finance or looking to take your career to new heights, you've landed in the right place.

At ICAN YADC we understand the unique challenges and opportunities that young professionals face in accounting. Our committee is more than just a network; it's a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to supporting, empowering, and inspiring each other on the path to success.

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As a Young Accountant, you have the following opportunities by being part of this platform.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow young professionals, seasoned experts, and industry leaders. Forge meaningful connections that will last a lifetime.
Professional Development: Access cutting-edge resources, workshops, and educational programs designed to sharpen your skills and keep you ahead of industry trends.
Exclusive Resources:Dive into a treasure trove of industry reports, whitepapers, and tools that will give you a competitive edge in your career.
Inspiring Events: Join us at our exciting mix of events, from free webinars, workshops, mentoring programme, AAC Town Hall Meeting etc. that bring together the best minds in accounting to intimate networking mixers where you can build valuable connections.
A Voice for Young Professionals: Be part of a community that advocates for your interests within the accounting profession. Your voice matters, and we're here to amplify it.

Embark on a journey of growth, learning, and connection.

Join YADC today and open the door to a world of opportunities in the dynamic field of accounting.

Are you ready to shape your future in accounting? The adventure begins here!

  • Embarking on a successful career in accounting requires more than just a degree and technical skills.

    It demands continuous learning, adaptability, and the guidance of experienced professionals who can provide valuable insights and direction.

    It is in light of the above that the Governing Council establish the Young Accountants’ Development Committee (YADC) to provide the right directions to the Young Professional Accountants.

  • ICAN Vision

    To be a leading global Professional body

  • ICAN Mission

    To produce world-class Chartered Accountants, regulate and continually enhance their ethical standards and technical competence in the public interest.

  • ICAN Motto

    Accuracy and Integrity.

The Young Accountants could be defined as professionals who are 30 years of age and below; and whose induction period falls from year 0 (2020) to year 5 (2025). This moves as the year progresses. This is as approved by the Council.



TERMS OF REFERENCE

The Terms of Reference of YADC include the following:


  • Develop and adopt strategies for diversifying young professional accountants beyond accounting and taxes into other areas of competitive business analysis, business budgeting and forecasting, investor due diligence, exit and succession planning, social and environmental accounting.

    • How: By holding town hall meetings/creating a mentorship program and matching accounting professionals in these fields to young professional accountants.


    Additionally, Town Hall meetings will cover Young Accountants events, Annual Accountants Conference, at Zonal Conferences, at District Meetings and at State District Co-ordinated Forums.

  • Liaise with the IT department of the Institute for the purpose of developing an accounting practice website that should have free, helpful resources and informative guides mainly aimed at making YPA adapt to the ever-changing career landscape by making them more digitally savvy and abreast of new realities.


    • How: The Institute can create the website, collate links of articles on themed topics monthly; also host webinars with topics at the intersection of technology and accounting. E.g. new IFRS Laws, treatments and impact on reporting for tech businesses.


  • Develop and implement forward thinking, technology driven, proactive and thoughtful approaches, for the continuous education of young professional accountants.

    • How: Set up a think tank, also research how the other global bodies are handling continuous education for the YPA’s.


  • Design and develop a basic mentorship program for young Chartered Accountants with interest in politics.


    • How: By organizing town hall meetings, seminars and or mentorship programme featuring established Chartered Accountants Politicians of note for Young Professional Accountants.


    BENEFITS
  • Free webinars on Accountants and Politics, Leadership, Soft skills and Skills Commercialization et al and it will attract 2 credit hours only;
  • Knowledge acquisition;
  • Mentorship;
  • Networking opportunities;
  • Discounted rate in attending the Annual Accountants Conference

    • TOWN HALL MEETINGS

    The Council at its meeting of September 28, 2023, has approved the hosting of Annual Accountants’ Conference Revolution (Town Hall meetings) Workshop on yearly basis. This is aimed at preparing its members to excel in their careers, stay updated on industry trends, and expand their professional networks through interactive sessions.


    Upcoming Events


    YADC will be hosting a free webinar in the areas of Accountants and Politics, Leadership, Mentorship, Soft skills and Skills Commercialization et al and it will attract 2 credit hours only.

    The upcoming webinar dates are:

  • January 29, 2025
  • February 2025
  • March 2025
  • April 2025


    • YADC HELP DESK DURING AAC


    The helpdesk was specifically created to meet the needs of YADC members at the Annual Accountants’ Conference of the institute.

    YADC Committee Members

    S/N NAME MB NO. STATUS
    1. Mrs. Njum Nnennaya Uma-Onyemenam - Chairman MB012102 Chairman, YADC & Council Member
    2. Rotn. Francis Chavwuko Okoro - Deputy Chairman MB024485 Council Member
    3. Dr. Sheriff Adeyemi Sanni MB012751 Council Member
    4. Mrs. Olaitan Babatunde MB019586 Council Member
    5. Mrs Seun Ejodame MB032772 Council Member
    6. Abayomi-Ojo Motunrayo MB050253 Member
    7. Ajoge Jagbemi MB048761 Member
    8. Akpan Thankgod Ugbede MB050455 Member
    9. Ekenedilichukwu Amaizu MB050483 Member
    10. Igbanor Micheal Abu MB050800 Member
    11. Vivian Ihuaku Opara MB051230 Member
    12. Comfort Thomas MB051376 Member
    13. Ugbede Peter Samson MB051403 Member
    14. Ahaoma Jane C MB051629 Member
    15. Abraham Bension Sunday MB051845 Member
    16. Mrs Dawodu, Iyabode Abosede MB051881 Member
    17. Egwuagha Chinenye Deborah MB051909 Member
    18. Ibe Obinna Emmanuel MB052006 Member
    19. Ngene Chizoba Benedicta MB052193 Member
    20. Olowoidiaba Rashidat Keji MB052437 Member
    21. Osawaye Osayande James MB052508 Member
    22. Owolabi Nofisat Aca MB052532 Member
    23. Okechukwu Angela Miliaku MB046333 Member
    24. Ejeagba Ifunanya MB053149 Member
    25. Ms Amaka Ezeliora MB053185 Member
    26. Ibrahim Onaara Jelili MB053247 Member
    27. Ogunmoroti Anuoluwapo MB053511 Member
    28. Rahim Olufunke Arinola MMB053771 Member
    29. Mmuoneke Chigozie MB053392 Member
    30. Obi Chioma Celine MB053461 Member
    31. Shittu Adenike Gbeminiyi MB053542 Member
    32. Oyindasola Olusegun MB053762 Member
    33. Ozonnadi Theresa MB053763 Member
    34. Adigun Faith MB054067 Member
    35. Luther Agobil MB054089 Member
    36. Ayelaagbe Segun Abiodun MB054265 Member
    37. Ezukwo Uju Philomena MB054326 Member
    38. Durotola Omolara Agnes MB054356 Member
    39. Fadare Ibukun MB054438 Member
    40. Maria Abosede Ifarajimi MB054510 Member
    41. Lawal Folashade Mariam MB054616 Member
    42. Ogundiran Olukunle Micheal MB054761 Member
    43. Olamoyegun Ore-Ofe MB054872 Member
    44. Abimbola Juliana Oni MB054943 Member
    45. Oyinloye Josephine Bola MB055045 Member
    46. Oluwatosin Adesoga MB050492 Member
    47. Shafe-Oide Ozavize MB055079 Member
    48. Lateefat Shobande MB055083 Member
    49. Adeniran Funmilayo Ajoke Maxwell MB055291 Member
    50. Daniyan Simeon Agboola MB055617 Member
    51. Ikoojo David Emmanuel MB055809 Member
    52. Dr. Ikpor Isaac MB055809 Member
    53. Mogbolu Omesham MB055925 Member
    54. William Bassey Nyah MB055983 Member
    55. Olubunmi Ojo MB056080 Member
    56. Okonkwo Perpetua MB056113 Member
    57. Oladehinde Toheeb Olayemi MB056138 Member
    58. Bola O. Omotosho MB056187 Member
    59. Onyebuchi Bernice Nebechi MB056225 Member
    60. Goodness Opaleye MB056234 Member
    61. Uchechukwu Sylvester MB056383 Member
    62. Anyaebosi Appolonia MB056450 Member
    63. Odugbesan Bolaji MB061432 Member
    64. Oshipitan Folashade Ibidunni MB061819 Member
    65. Soyinka Olusegun MB053821 Member
    66. Ogungbaiye Sunkanmi MB054764 Member
    67. Olusayo Ibironke MB054913 Member
    68. Iwuagwu Chidinma MB050103 Member
    69. Sanya Olayemi Sunday MB050103 Member
    70. Okolie Chiwete Chinedu MB057646 Member
    71. Taiwo Jones MB058033 Member
    72. Tella Akinwale MB058038 Member
    73. Ibinabo Torty Blackduke MB058052 Member
    74. Sagbo Kehinde Peters MB053777 Member

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