AFRICA | 18-year-old Nigerian girl becomes a certified Chartered Accountant, achieves childhood dream.
Faith Aduragbemi Olabisi, an 18-year-old student of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), has achieved an extraordinary feat by qualifying as a Chartered Accountant while still pursuing her degree in Accounting.
Faith’s remarkable achievement was announced in the university’s bulletin, which described it as a testament to the exceptional standards of education at UNILORIN.
She passed the November 2024 professional examinations conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), an accomplishment that sets her apart as one of the youngest individuals to attain this prestigious qualification.
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Speaking about her accomplishment, Faith revealed that becoming a Chartered Accountant at a young age had always been her dream. She credited her success to the unwavering support of her lecturers and her mother, whose encouragement and motivation played a pivotal role in her journey.
“I am incredibly grateful to my lecturers and my mother for believing in me and supporting my dream. Their guidance has been instrumental in achieving this milestone,” Faith said.
The Acting Head of the Department of Accounting, Dr. Segun Abogun, expressed his pride in Faith’s outstanding achievement, noting that she is one of several students from the department who passed the ICAN professional examinations in 2024.
“Her success highlights the high standards of education we strive to maintain in our department. Faith and her peers have set a benchmark, serving as role models for others to follow,” Dr. Abogun said.
The Vice-Chancellor of UNILORIN, Professor Wahab Egbewole, SAN, also celebrated Faith’s remarkable accomplishment. In a statement released by the institution’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Mr. Kunle Akogun, the Vice-Chancellor described Faith’s success as a reflection of the university’s commitment to excellence.
“Faith’s achievement is a source of pride for her family, the university, and womanhood. Her success is a testament to the enduring peace and academic excellence that make UNILORIN the nation’s most sought-after university,” Professor Egbewole stated.
Professor Egbewole further encouraged Faith to remain dedicated to her studies and continue to be a shining example of excellence in both learning and character.
In another story, an 18-year-old lady named Princess Korkor Boateng has set an outstanding record after becoming the youngest to qualify as a Chartered Accountant at the University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana.
Princess Korkor Boateng is studying Business administration as an undergraduate final-year student at the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS). She was admitted to the university at the age of 14.
She is the youngest qualified professional accountant in the school and also in the country. Princess said she feels excited to be the youngest to attain the professional level in the country because it proves her dedication and hard work were recognized. Read more about Princess HERE.
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