JF-17 Thunder Fighter Aircraft
As a Financial Accountant in the Nigerian Air Force, I played a critical role in the financial governance of the strategic acquisition of JF-17 Thunder fighter aircraft, a key national defence modernisation programme aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s air combat capability. I supported senior defence leadership by overseeing financial planning, monitoring project expenditure and ensuring full compliance with government procurement and financial management regulations. By delivering accurate financial reporting and maintaining strict budget oversight, I enabled leadership to track spending against delivery milestones, strengthening transparency and accountability across the programme. Working closely with procurement, logistics and operational teams, I ensured financial processes aligned with project delivery timelines while minimising financial risk. My contribution helped ensure the successful, compliant and efficient delivery of a high value defence acquisition that enhanced national security and operational readiness.
Key Responsibilites
Contract Financial Review and Payment Verification
Reviewed supplier invoices, milestone payment requests and supporting documentation to ensure payments aligned with contractual terms, procurement milestones and government financial regulations before approval.
Financial Risk Identification and Control Implementation
Identified potential financial risks within the procurement lifecycle and implemented financial control measures to prevent budget overruns, strengthen audit compliance and protect government resources.
Procurement and Budget Coordination Support
Worked closely with procurement and defense program teams to ensure financial planning aligned with procurement timelines, contract deliverables and budget allocations for the aircraft acquisition programme.
Audit Preparation and Financial Compliance Assurance
Prepared financial documentation and supporting evidence for internal and external audit reviews, ensuring all expenditure records, approvals and financial processes met government accountability standards.