The association had donated a building
named, “Centre for Linking Accounting with Business of Developing
Economies” to the university.
Oyewole, who spoke during the
presentation of the research centre, called on other corporate
organisations to emulate ANAN by supporting the ongoing efforts at
transforming the nation’s education sector.
He said, “We congratulate ANAN for the
history being made today. I believe we are entering a journey of
collaboration that would be of benefit to our university and the
association. ANAN is not only donating a building, they are also
donating a research centre.”
Calling on ANAN to collaborate with
FUNAAB, the VC said the quality of a university was not just about
buildings but mainly about research.
“The decision of ANAN to intervene in
the area of research is commendable. The university appreciates the
speed with which this project was completed and the quality of the
structure.
“We also need to agree on the modalities
of operation and funding of the research centre. The university has not
made any commitment to appoint a director for this centre. We hereby
propose to ANAN to institute a Professional Chair, to be funded by ANAN,
for the purpose of directing the affairs of the centre,” the VC added.
The President and Chairman of Council of
ANAN, Alhaji Sakirudeen Labode, said the association’s desire to
contribute to the development of the accountancy profession led to its
presentation of books and laboratory equipment to over 40 universities
and polytechnics in the country.
He added that the FUNNAB research centre
would focus on financial accounting and management needs of micro,
small and medium enterprises.
According to him, the sector is a key part of the economy that, over the years, has not received attention.
He said, “Research areas earmarked for this centre would be unique. It would service small-scale farmers, artisans and traders.” (Punch)
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