The Nigerian Navy College of Accounts and Finance Owerrinta has commenced the second edition of the training workshop for Mid-Level Accounts and Budget (A&B) officers of the Nigerian Navy (NN). The event, scheduled to take place from 13-17 October 2025, is being held at the College’s Auditorium. The workshop, with the theme “Developing Strategic Accounting Skills for Financial Leadership” brings together officers from various ships and establishments to enhance their capacity and share knowledge on contemporary practices in financial management.
In his welcome address at the opening ceremony, the Commandant of the College, Commodore BU Quadri noted that the workshop was organised to provide an opportunity for A&B officers to stay abreast of contemporary trends and evolving practices in public financial management in Nigeria. He urged participants to engage actively, embrace learning, and contribute meaningfully throughout the workshop.
Commodore Quadri thanked the Chief of Accounts and Budget, Rear Admiral OO Olukoya whose vision and guidance laid the foundation for the workshop and the Flag Officer Commanding Naval Training Command, Rear Admiral RO Obeya for his support and direction which helped bring the programme to life. The Commandant also extended his gratitude to the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, for his unwavering commitment to capacity development and for approving the conduct of the workshop.
A major highlight of the opening ceremony was the keynote paper delivered by Captain DO Ajiboye titled “Strategic Role of Financial Management in Naval Operations.” The paper explored the nexus between prudent financial management and the attainment of the Nigerian Navy’s operational mandate.
The 5-day workshop will feature expert-led presentations and practical engagements by seasoned professionals in public sector accounting, experienced A&B senior officers, and subject-matter experts aimed at keeping participants abreast of contemporary trends and evolving practices in public financial management in Nigeria. The workshop aligns with the objective of the Chief of the Naval Staff of providing high-quality training for personnel of the Nigerian Navy.
