ICSAN Celebrates 60 Years, Advocates Strong Governance

The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) underscored the vital role of sound corporate governance in bolstering investor confidence and attracting investment during its 60th anniversary Closing Gong Ceremony. President and Chairman of the Governing Council of ICSAN, Mrs. Uto Ukpanah, traced the Institute's origins to the public sector, emphasizing its founding principles of integrity, transparency, and professionalism.

She described the 60-year milestone as a celebration of the Institute's legacy and a call to prepare future governance professionals for emerging challenges. In his welcome remarks, Chief Executive Officer of NGX, Jude Chiemeka, highlighted the connection between effective corporate governance and investor confidence, stating that it is essential for the credibility and integrity of market institutions.

He noted that for the capital market to mobilize long-term capital and support economic growth, investors must trust the institutions and businesses in which they invest, making the role of governance professionals increasingly significant.