(The Rector, Federal Polytechnic, Ayede, Engr. Dr. Taofeek Adekunle AbdulHameed – building FEDPA into a hub for innovation and youth entrepreneurship)
Alhaja Rasheedat Oladepo (FCA), the Pioneer Bursar of Federal Polytechnic Ayede, Oyo State, stands tall as a shining example of integrity, accountability, and disciplined financial stewardship within Nigeria’s tertiary education system.
As she marks her birthday, the institution and its stakeholders celebrate not just the passage of another year, but a legacy of prudent leadership that has helped lay a solid financial foundation for the Polytechnic.
Fondly nicknamed “Mama Kosowo” by colleagues and staff—a proof to her watchful eye over public funds—Alhaja Oladepo earned the name through her uncommon prudence, transparency, and zero tolerance for waste.
Under her leadership, financial processes were strengthened, resources were judiciously managed, and trust in the institution’s fiscal operations was firmly established.
A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (FCA), Alhaja Oladepo brought to office a wealth of professional experience, blending technical competence with deep ethical values.
As a pioneer officer, her role went beyond routine administration; she helped shape systems, policies, and standards that continue to guide the Polytechnic’s financial governance.
Her service reflects a rare balance of firmness and compassion—ensuring accountability while supporting institutional growth. Through dedication and selfless commitment, she has contributed significantly to the stability and credibility of Federal Polytechnic Ayede in its formative years.
On this special occasion, the Polytechnic community celebrates a woman of financial excellence and grace. May Allah increase Alhaja Rasheedat Oladepo (FCA) in wisdom, grant her sound health, long life, and reward her invaluable service with continued strength and enduring honour.
