In a milestone achievement, the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA Global) has paved the way for Nigerian professional accounting body, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) to participate in the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Challenge Exam Pathway.
The history recognition marks the first time a Nigerian professional accounting body has been formally approved by IIA Global for eligibility under the CIA Challenge pathway.
By this development, with effect from March 1, 2026, eligible ICAN members will now have access to the CIA Challenge Exam, an ‘’accelerated pathway designed for qualified accounting professionals seeking to obtain the globally recognised CIA designation.’’
Regarded as the world’s only globally recognised certification for internal auditors, the Certified Internal Auditor certification is widely respected across multinational corporations, financial institutions, regulatory agencies and public institutions.
According to a statement signed by the Chief Executive Officer of IIA Nigeria, Don Umeha, candidates who successfully complete the consolidated examination and meet other IIA requirements will earn the same CIA designation awarded through the traditional three-part examination route.
