Sixteen-year-old Osasere Okundaye has etched her name into Nigeria’s history books after becoming the country’s youngest chartered accountant, a remarkable achievement that has drawn nationwide admiration and earned her commene, praised the teenage prodigy on Monday, describing her accomplishment as a shining example of hard work, discipline, resilience and unwavering commitment to excellence.
In a statement celebrating her historic feat, the minister said Okundaye’s success demonstrates the extraordinary potential of young Nigerians when given the right support and opportunities.
I heartily congratulate Miss Osasere Okundaye on her outstanding achievement of becoming Nigeria’s youngest Chartered Accountant at just 16 years of age.
This remarkable milestone is a testament to the power of hard work, discipline, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Olawande stated.
According to the minister, Okundaye’s achievement should inspire millions of Nigerian youths to pursue excellence regardless of age or background.
He noted that the teenager has become a symbol of hope and proof that determination and dedication can break long-standing barriers.
Osasere has distinguished herself as a shining example of the limitless potential of Nigerian youth. Her accomplishment reminds us that with determination, dedication, and the right support, young Nigerians can break barriers, set new records, and inspire a generation to dream bigger and strive for excellence, he added.
Olawande also acknowledged the immense contributions of Okundaye’s parents, teachers, mentors and family members, saying their sacrifices and encouragement played a vital role in her outstanding success.
I also congratulate her parents, family, teachers, mentors, and everyone who has supported and guided her journey.
Their encouragement, sacrifices, and belief in her abilities have undoubtedly contributed to this exceptional success, the minister said.
The Youth Development Minister reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to implementing programmes and policies that empower Nigerian youths to maximize their talents and achieve their full potential.
He expressed confidence that more young Nigerians would accomplish remarkable feats if provided with the right environment.
Osasere’s achievement reinforces our confidence that the future of Nigeria is bright in the hands of focused, determined, and talented young citizens, Olawande said.
He further wished the young accountant greater success in her future endeavours, expressing optimism that her inspiring journey would motivate millions of Nigerian youths.
Okundaye secured the historic record after successfully qualifying as a chartered accountant through the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), making her the youngest person ever to attain the prestigious professional qualification in Nigeria.
Her achievement surpasses the previous national record set in 2022 by Jonathan Adewale, who became Nigeria’s youngest chartered accountant at the age of 17 after completing the demanding ICAN professional examinations.
The ICAN qualification is widely regarded as one of Nigeria’s most rigorous professional certifications, typically earned by university graduates and experienced professionals after years of intensive study, training and examinations.
Osasere Okundaye’s extraordinary accomplishment has now become a powerful symbol of academic excellence, determination and youthful brilliance, reinforcing the belief that age is no barrier to achieving greatness.
