April 21, 2026

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Confluence University of Science and Technology, CUSTECH, Osara, Kogi State, has recorded a landmark achievement as the National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted full accreditation to six Engineering programmes offered by the University’s Faculty of Engineering. The Vice Chancellor, Engr. Prof. Abdulrahman Asipita Salawu, FNSE, announced this development today, 21st April,2026, at his office in...
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    <title>Meet the Bursar – CUSTECH</title>
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            letter-spacing: 1px;
            margin-bottom: 12px;
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            text-transform: uppercase;
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            gap: 20px;
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            width: 100%;
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            margin-bottom: 12px;
            display: flex;
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            font-weight: 300;
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            font-size: 11px;
            font-weight: 500;
            padding: 4px 12px;
            border-radius: 30px;
            margin: 3px 4px 3px 0;
            border: 1px solid rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.3);
            white-space: nowrap;
            letter-spacing: 0.3px;
            text-transform: uppercase;
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            font-style: italic;
            color: #ffffff;
            padding: 0 10px;
            letter-spacing: 0.3px;
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            transform: translateY(20px);
            animation: bursarFadeInUp 0.9s forwards;
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        @keyframes bursarFadeInUp {
            to { opacity: 1; transform: translateY(0); }
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            .bursar-widget .badge-designation {
                font-size: 12px;
                padding: 5px 12px;
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            .bursar-widget .subhead {
                font-size: 14px;
                flex-direction: column;
                gap: 5px;
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            .bursar-widget .fellow-badge {
                font-size: 10px;
                padding: 3px 8px;
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                padding: 40px 25px;
                margin: 30px auto;
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                font-size: 32px;
                margin-bottom: 35px;
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                text-align: left;
                align-items: center;
                gap: 30px;
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                text-align: left;
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            .bursar-widget .subhead {
                justify-content: flex-start;
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            .bursar-widget .image-wrapper {
                width: 200px;
                height: 200px;
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            .bursar-widget .bursar-name {
                font-size: 32px;
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                gap: 22px;
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            .bursar-widget .profile-card {
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            .bursar-widget .bursar-name {
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            .bursar-widget .info-block h3 {
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                margin-bottom: 45px;
                letter-spacing: 3px;
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            .bursar-widget .profile-card {
                padding: 40px 35px;
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                width: 280px;
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                padding: 12px;
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        .bursar-widget .badge-designation {
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            padding-top: 15px;
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            font-family: 'Montserrat', sans-serif;
            font-size: 14px;
            display: flex;
            flex-direction: column;
            align-items: flex-end;
            gap: 8px;
            font-weight: 300;
            letter-spacing: 0.3px;
        }

        @media (min-width: 480px) {
            .bursar-widget .contact-note {
                flex-direction: row;
                justify-content: flex-end;
                gap: 20px;
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    <div class="bursar-widget">
        <section class="bursar-section">
            <div class="bursar-container">
                <div class="bursar-title">Meet the Bursar</div>
                
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                <div class="profile-card">
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                    <div class="profile-row">
                        <div class="image-wrapper">
                            <img src="https://custech.edu.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1000054852.jpg-scaled.jpeg" 
                                 alt="Bello Emmanuel Ajayi, Bursar CUSTECH" 
                                 class="profile-image">
                        </div>
                        <div class="name-title-block">
                            <div class="bursar-name">Mr. Bello Emmanuel Ajayi</div>
                            <span class="badge-designation">Second Substantive Bursar</span>
                            <div class="subhead">
                                <i class="fas fa-briefcase"></i> FCA, FCTI, FANAN, FICA
                            </div>
                        </div>
                    </div>

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                    <div class="details-grid">
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                        <div class="info-block">
                            <h3><i class="fas fa-user-graduate"></i> Profile & heritage</h3>
                            <p><span class="accent-text">Mr. Bello Emmanuel Ajayi</span> is the second substantive Bursar of <strong>Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH), Osara</strong>. A seasoned finance and accounting professional with over three decades of experience, he brings a wealth of expertise in financial management, treasury operations, and strategic financial planning to the University.</p>
                            <p>A native of <strong>Kabba in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area</strong> of Kogi State, Mr. Ajayi has built a distinguished career in both the corporate and financial sectors.</p>
                        </div>
                        
                        <!-- right column: recent role & leadership -->
                        <div class="info-block">
                            <h3><i class="fas fa-bolt"></i> Previous leadership</h3>
                            <p>Prior to his appointment at CUSTECH, he served as the <span class="accent-text">Head of Treasury and Financial Risk Management</span> at <strong>Abuja Electricity Distribution Company Plc (AEDC)</strong>, where he provided strong leadership in treasury operations, financial risk management, and the implementation of digital financial systems.</p>
                            <p><i class="fas fa-check-circle" style="color:#ffffff; margin-right:6px;"></i> Over 30 years of cross-sector financial expertise</p>
                        </div>

                        <!-- education -->
                        <div class="info-block">
                            <h3><i class="fas fa-university"></i> Academic qualifications</h3>
                            <ul>
                                <li><i class="fas fa-book-open"></i> <strong>B.Sc. (Hons) Accounting</strong> – University of Abuja</li>
                                <li><i class="fas fa-book-open"></i> <strong>MBA (Finance)</strong> – Nasarawa State University, Keffi</li>
                                <li><i class="fas fa-book-open"></i> <strong>M.Sc. Accounting & Finance</strong> (in view) – Lincoln University College, Malaysia</li>
                            </ul>
                        </div>

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                        <div class="info-block">
                            <h3><i class="fas fa-id-card"></i> Professional memberships</h3>
                            <div style="display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 5px; margin-bottom: 12px;">
                                <span class="fellow-badge">ICAN (Associate)</span>
                                <span class="fellow-badge">CITN (Associate)</span>
                                <span class="fellow-badge">ANAN (Fellow)</span>
                                <span class="fellow-badge">ICA (Fellow)</span>
                            </div>
                            <p style="margin-top: 8px; text-align: justify;"><i class="fas fa-star" style="color:#ffffff;"></i> He is a highly respected member of several professional bodies. He is an Associate Member of the <strong>Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)</strong> and the <strong>Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN)</strong>. In addition, he is a Fellow of the <strong>Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN)</strong> and the <strong>Institute of Corporate Administration of Nigeria (ICA)</strong>.</p>
                        </div>
                    </div>
                    
                    <!-- subtle line / extra note (bursar-footer inside card) -->
                    <div class="contact-note">
                        <span><i class="fas fa-phone-alt"></i> Bursar's Office – CUSTECH, Osara</span>
                        <span><i class="fas fa-envelope"></i> bursar@custech.edu.ng</span>
                    </div>
                </div> <!-- end profile-card -->

                <div class="bursar-footer">
                    <i class="fas fa-crown" style="color:#ffffff;"></i> Leading financial strategy with integrity and excellence
                </div>
            </div>
        </section>
    </div>
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