The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Kaduna, has announced that it will host its 24th Professorial Inaugural Lecture on Thursday, 30th July, 2026.
The prestigious academic event forms part of the Academy's tradition of celebrating scholarly excellence by providing professors with a platform to present their research contributions and share insights on issues of national and global relevance.
Lecture Theme
The 24th Professorial Inaugural Lecture is titled:
"Accounting is Everybody's Business"
The lecture will be delivered by:
Professor Terzungwe Nyor, BSc, MSc, PhD, FIPS, FCA, ACTI
Professor of Accounting
Professor Nyor is expected to explore the significance of accounting beyond the traditional business environment, highlighting its relevance to governance, institutions, organizations, and everyday decision-making.
Event Details
The inaugural lecture has been scheduled as follows:
- Date: Thursday, 30th July, 2026
- Time: 10:30 a.m.
- Venue: JN Garba Hall, Ribadu Campus, Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna
Host and Special Guest
The event is being held at the invitation of the Commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy, Major General O. T. Olatoye.
The Special Guest of Honour for the occasion will be the Executive Governor of Plateau State, His Excellency, Barrister Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang.
Academic Significance
Professorial inaugural lectures are among the highest academic traditions in universities and higher institutions. They provide professors with an opportunity to formally present the outcomes of years of teaching, research, innovation, and community service while contributing to intellectual discourse on issues affecting society.
The Nigerian Defence Academy continues to use its inaugural lecture series to promote research excellence, encourage interdisciplinary dialogue, and strengthen the relationship between academia, government, industry, and the wider public.
Invitation to the Public
Members of the academic community, military personnel, students, researchers, public officials, professionals, alumni, and the general public are invited to attend the lecture and participate in what promises to be an engaging and intellectually stimulating event.
The Academy looks forward to welcoming guests to its 24th Professorial Inaugural Lecture as it continues to advance scholarship, innovation, and academic excellence.