Nigeria is mourning the loss of a true trailblazer today, as Akintola Williams, the country’s first indigenous chartered accountant, has passed away at the age of 104.
According to an anonymous source, Mr. Williams peacefully breathed his last in his home in Lagos on Monday. Born in 1919, he was a distinguished graduate of accounting from the University of London.
As we reflect on the life and legacy of this remarkable figure, further details about his incredible journey and contributions will be shared in due course.