Bilikisu Abdullahi

Director of Finance and Accounts,

Profile of Bilikisu Abdullahi

Director of Finance and Accounts, Kogi State Internal Revenue Service

Bilikisu Abdullahi is a focused and result-driven professional with over 20 years of extensive experience across the public and private sectors in Nigeria. Known for her resourcefulness, creativity, and dedication to excellence, she has consistently demonstrated her expertise in financial management and organizational strategy.

Education and Professional Qualifications
Bilikisu is an alumna of Salem University, Lokoja, and also holds a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accounting from the Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa.

She is a Member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (MCITN) and a Fellow of the Certified National Accountants of Nigeria (FCNA).

Professional Training and Expertise
Bilikisu has attended numerous local and international seminars and training programs, focusing on financial reporting, managerial skills, and strategic financial management. Her core areas of expertise include:

  • Financial Management and Reporting
  • Strategy Formulation and Implementation for Financial Recovery
  • Taxation Policy Analysis
  • Business Process Optimization and Re-engineering

Career Journey
Bilikisu has a distinguished career spanning more than two decades, during which she has worked in various capacities in both the public and private sectors.

She joined the Kogi State Internal Revenue Service in 2016 as a Unit Head in the Finance and Accounts Directorate. Her dedication and leadership led to her redeployment as the Head of Department for Finance and Accounts, and she currently serves as the Director of Finance and Accounts.

Leadership and Contributions
Bilikisu is a turnaround manager par excellence, recognized for her ability to develop innovative strategies that drive organizational success. Her exceptional leadership and commitment to excellence have positioned her as a quintessential professional, focused on achieving business objectives and fostering growth.