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Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) has expanded its reach to North America with the inauguration of its North America & District Society on Saturday, February 1, 2025.
The event, which was held at the Residence Inn Greenbelt by Marriott in Greenbelt, US, marked a significant milestone for the Institute. The inauguration of the CITN District Society will serve as a regional hub for CITN members in the United States of America and Canada.
The 16th President of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, Mr. Samuel Agbeluyi, swore in the pioneer Chairman of the District, Mr. Paul Akioyamen, and other executives of the District.
The introduction of this new district according to the Institute hinges on the Institute’s continuous efforts to enhance accessibility and provide local support to members in the diaspora in furtherance of the vision of the Institute to be one of the foremost professional associations in Africa and beyond.
A statement from CITN affirm that with the growing demand for tax professionalism across borders, it is important to ensure that members have a reliable local platform for networking, knowledge-sharing, and career advancement opportunities in their stations, amongst other benefits.
With this inauguration, the Institute said its growth prospect in the region and beyond is certain given the need for education and professionalism in taxation.
The event also included a lecture titled: ‘Migration and the Tax Profession’ was delivered by Mr. Habeeb Fasuyi, CPA. Additionally, Mr. Mike Balinda Onianwah, CPA, presented a paper on ‘Examining the American & Canadian Tax Landscape – A Tax Practitioner’s Perspective”
“The establishment of the North America District is a strategic move by CITN to promote tax education and professional development in the region. As the Institute continues to expand its global presence, this new district is expected to play a vital role in shaping the tax profession in North America” the statement added.
