The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria has announced that it has expanded its reach to North America with the inauguration of its North America & District Society.

The event held recently at the Residence Inn Greenbelt by Marriott in Greenbelt, United States, marked a significant milestone for the Institute.

According to a statement, the inauguration of the CITN District Society will serve as a regional hub for its members in the United States of America and Canada.

It noted that the 16th President of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria swore in the pioneer Chairman of the District, Mr Paul Akioyamen, and other executives of the district.

The statement read, “The introduction of this new district hinges on the Institute’s continuous efforts to enhance accessibility and provide local support to members in the diaspora in furtherance of the vision of the Institute to be one of the foremost professional associations in Africa and beyond.

“With the growing demand for tax professionalism across borders, it is important to ensure that members have a reliable local platform for networking, knowledge-sharing, and career advancement opportunities in their stations, amongst other benefits.”

The inauguration ceremony featured the swearing-in of the executives of the District Society, paving the way for the Institute’s growth in the region. The event also featured a lecture titled “Migration and the Tax Profession,” which was delivered by Mr Habeeb Fasuyi.

Also, Mr Mike Onianwah presented a paper on “Examining the American & Canadian Tax Landscape—A Tax Practitioner’s Perspective.”.

“The establishment of the North America District is a strategic move by CITN to promote tax education and professional development in the region. As the Institute continues to expand its global presence, this new district is expected to play a vital role in shaping the tax profession in North America,” it stated.