The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) has commenced an investigation into allegations of examination malpractice involving impersonation during one of its examinations.
The allegation surfaced in a viral video showing a man and a woman allegedly writing an examination on behalf of a public office holder.
In a statement, ICAN’s registrar, Lanre Olasunkanmi, condemned the act and reiterated that the institute operates a strict zero-tolerance policy on malpractice.
“As the foremost professional accountancy body in Nigeria, ICAN wishes to state unequivocally that it maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy for all forms of examination malpractice, including impersonation,” Olasunkanmi said.
“The institute’s examination processes are guided by globally accepted standards of integrity, and any attempt to compromise them is treated with utmost seriousness.”
He added that the investigation had already begun and that appropriate sanctions would be enforced in line with the institute’s regulations.
Olasunkanmi also urged members of the public not to jump to conclusions until the inquiry is concluded.
“The Institute, therefore, urges the public to refrain from speculation or drawing conclusions based on unverified claims. ICAN remains firmly committed to safeguarding the credibility of its examinations and protecting the reputation of the accounting profession in Nigeria and beyond,” he stressed.
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