UNILORIN Graduate Becomes Chartered Accountant at 17, Earns First Class in Accounting

Arolayo Ajayi has added another milestone to her impressive journey after graduating from the University of Ilorin with First Class Honours in Accounting and a CGPA of 4.42.

Before completing her university education, she earned her Associate Accounting Technician certification at 16 and became a qualified Chartered Accountant through ICAN at 17.

During her four years at UNILORIN, she rose from Senior Analyst to Director of the Investment Banking Division at The Investment Society. She also gained internship experience at Rand Merchant Bank, Global Dynacon Partners and Asset & Resources Holding Company.

Her achievements include receiving the MTN Foundation Scholarship, finishing as first runner-up in the CFA Research Challenge with her team, and winning the competition’s Best Presenter award.

Despite her accomplishments, Arolayo admitted that her final CGPA was below the target she had set for herself. However, she expressed satisfaction with her efforts and said she had no regrets about her university experience.

She is now pursuing the final level of the ACCA qualification as she prepares for the next stage of her career.