ICAN Western Zone Honours Excellence: Chief Bunmi Alade, FCA, Expresses Profound Gratitude for Prestigious Ambassador Recognition
Chief Bunmi Alade, FCA, has expressed deep appreciation to the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) following his conferment with the Western Zone (ICAN) Ambassador Award during the Western Zonal Conference 2026, held on Friday, 6th February 2026, at the Highpoint Event Centre, CBD Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos. Describing the recognition as unique and unprecedented, Chief Aladelusi noted that the honour reflects years of modest service and unwavering commitment to the growth and development of the Western Zone.
He particularly commended the 61st President of ICAN, Mallam Haruna Yahaya, mni, Ph.D, FCA, alongside members of the Council, acknowledging their leadership and vision, while also paying special respect through Sir Oluwatobi Abiola, mni, Ph.D, FCA, and Otunba Biodun Adedeji, FCA, whose encouragement and support he described as invaluable.
Chief Alade also extended warm appreciation to the leadership of the Western Zone, led by Alhaji Ganiyu Semiu, FCA (Chairman), and Alhaji Kolawole Bisiriyu, Ph.D, FCA (Conference Chairman), as well as other principal officers, district chairmen, and members of ICAN across the zone. He praised their collective interest in his professional journey, describing them as wonderful colleagues and dependable partners in progress.
He further acknowledged his primary constituency, the Akure and District Society, under the leadership of Mr. E. A. Oke, FCA (District Chairman), and Sir J. S. O. Adeniyi, FCA (Chairman, Committee of Past Chairmen), for providing the platform over the decades that enabled him to contribute meaningfully at the zonal level — a journey that ultimately culminated in this prestigious recognition. Chief Alade pledged to continue upholding excellence and promised to keep the flag flying, God being his helper.
The respected chartered accountant also expressed sincere gratitude to friends and family members who joined him in celebrating the milestone, offering prayers that joy and testimonies of God’s goodness would continue to multiply in every home. He concluded with heartfelt thanks to all who made the occasion memorable, reaffirming his commitment to service, professionalism, and impact.
The Western Zone (ICAN) Ambassador Award, he noted, stands not only as a personal achievement but as a symbol of consistency, dedication, and exemplary professional leadership.