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Mr Sonny Ekedayen, Delta State Commissioner for Economic Planning, has underscored the need for professionals to pursue continuous training and development to remain current in their fields.
Mr. Ekedayen stated this at the 2nd session of the 2026 mandatory continuing professional development programme (MCPD) organized by association of national accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) in Asaba.
“The organizers of this event deserve to be applauded for selecting a theme that captures the essence of our modern world,” he said.
The Commissioner revealed that the Delta State government is venturing into the carbon credit market, making the theme “climate change and sustainability reporting” a perfect fit.
He continued: “As accountants, I believe learning is a life-long process. That is why MCPD is important for our advancement as professionals”
As he urged participants to make the best from this opportunity offered.
The president/chairman of council, ANAN Hajia Talatu kishimi FCNA stated in her welcome address “that the theme speaks directly to the future of our profession: That climate considerations are no longer peripheral; they are now central to economic stability, corporate performance and public sector accountability.”
The chairman, ANAN, Asaba branch, Mrs Victoria Chukwura, FCNA, and the chairman ANAN Warri branch, Mr Felix Erure, FCNA, delivered a joint welcome address, starting that “MCPD is designed to equip us with the required knowledge and tools for accurate and sustainable reporting”
The three day event featured lectures and an induction ceremony
