The burial ceremony of Nigeria’s first indigenous chartered accountant, Akintola Williams, is currently underway at the Muson Centre in Lagos.
Williams died at the age of 104 on September 11, 2023, and is being laid to rest today, October 19.
The funeral ceremony commenced with a performance by the Muson Choir and Orchestra under the guidance of Emeka Nwokedi.
Top dignitaries, such as the Chairman of Zenith Bank, Jim Ovia, the Chairman of Troyka Holdings, Limited, Biodun Shobanjo, and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, have begun to arrive for the burial ceremony.
Burial ceremony of Nigeria’s first indigenous chartered accountant, Akintola Williams, ongoing at Muson Centre
The burial ceremony of Nigeria’s first indigenous chartered accountant, Akintola Williams, is currently underway at the Muson Centre in Lagos.
Top dignitaries attend burial ceremony
Top dignitaries, such as the Chairman of Zenith Bank, Jim Ovia, the Chairman of Troyka Holdings, Limited, Biodun Shobanjo, and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, have begun to arrive for the burial ceremony.
Muson Choir and Orchestra perform at burial ceremony
The funeral ceremony commenced with a performance by the Muson Choir and Orchestra under the guidance of Emeka Nwokedi.
Conclusion
We pay our respects to Akintola Williams, a pioneer in the field of accounting in Nigeria. May his soul rest in peace.
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