Bursar

PROFILE OF JOHN ALAJI (BSC, MSC, ACTI, FCNA)

John Alaji’s educational path is quite remarkable. He began his studies (Primary and Secondary) education at Egume, Dekina Local Government of Kogi State. He got admission to the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria in 1993 where he obtained both Bachelor of Science (BSc) and Master of Science degree (MSC) in Accounting and Finance. Furthermore, he then delved into MSC Forensic Accounting at ANAN University, Kwall, Jos, Plateau State. He is currently running his Doctor of Philosopy (PhD) in Accounting at Veritas University, Abuja.

His experience in the economic sector of Nigeria is extensive, having worked over a period of 23 years for both private and public organisations. His work history started from the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs at Abuja, for his National Youth Service Corps(NYSC).  He also worked at Ernest Ikeh & Co (Chartered Accountants), NIIT Training Centre, Abuja, Cornel Okolo & Co (Chartered Accountants), E.O. Ameh & Co (Chartered Accountants) and Phil Phil Igeh & Co (Certified Accountants).

John Alaji was the Head and Chairman of the Kogi State Salary and Pension Reconciliation Committee, where they worked to investigate, calculate, and settle outstanding salary and pension arrears of Kogi State Civil Servants. Afterwards, he was appointed as a Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Kogi State on Internal and External Audits. 

He has taken part in multiple national and international forums, such as the World Congress of Accountants (WCOA) which was held in Mumbai, India in 2022.  In addition, he is a Fellow of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria and Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria. Presently, he is the Pioneer Bursar of Kogi State-owned Confluence University of Science and Technology, (CUSTECH) Osara, Adavi LGA, Kogi State. Mr. John Alaji’s academic and professional credentials have given him a broad understanding of both accounting principles and tax laws. His adeptness at financial reporting, assessment, and tax compliance makes him an invaluable resource for any role within the accounting or finance realm. With a proven track record of leadership and attention to detail, he is well-equipped to make significant contributions to the field of accounting and finance. He is married with children.