Caption: (Front roll) L-R: President, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, Haruna Nma Yahaya; President, Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association Nigeria, Dr. Odunayo, a former Director of Administration at the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Sarkin Yakin Zazzuau and other members of ICAN at the award ceremony. Photo credit: WISTA Nigeria

The Women in International Shipping and Trading Association Nigeria has congratulated its president, Mrs Odunayo Ani, for receiving the prestigious Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria Merit Award.

In a congratulatory message on Tuesday, the association described the recognition as a fitting tribute to a distinguished professional and transformational leader.

WISTA Nigeria commended Ani for her exceptional contributions to the accounting profession, the maritime sector, and the advancement of women in trade and transport, noting that “her leadership continues to inspire excellence and inclusivity across industries.”

WISTA stressed that the award was a testament to her years of unwavering commitment to professional integrity, capacity development, and strategic advocacy, which have positioned her as a respected voice in both the maritime and financial ecosystems.