The Federal University of Agriculture and Technology (FUNATO), Okeho, Oyo State, has announced the appointment of Dr. Kazeem Olarewaju Popoola as its pioneer Bursar.
Dr. Popoola, a distinguished Chartered Accountant, academic, and seasoned administrator, brings a wealth of experience to the new role. His appointment is a bold step towards entrenching financial discipline, accountability, and strategic management within Nigeria’s higher education system.
Before his appointment, Dr. Popoola headed the Finance Division of the Federal Polytechnic, Ayede, where he also served as a member of the institution’s Governing Council.
A thoroughbred professional, Dr. Popoola is a Fellow and member of several reputable professional bodies. He is a Fellow of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (FCNA, ANAN), a Fellow of the Certified Chartered Systems Accountants (FCCSA, USA), an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (ACTI, CITN), and a Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants (FIMC, IMC). He is also a registered member of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN).
With this milestone, FUNATO has taken a decisive step in laying a solid financial and administrative foundation, with Dr. Popoola expected to deploy his expertise to support the growth and stability of the institution.
