The Finance and Accounts Department ensures compliance with Financial Regulation and the Accounting Code/Manual
The department advises the Director General/CEO who is the Chief Accounting Officer of the Agency on all financial matters, as well as the technical provisions of financial regulations and other treasury and financial circulars. It also manages funds in a manner that ensures smooth operations of the agency.
Director Finance and Accounts
MRS NDIDI AKANIMOH NTEKPERE
She was employed in NBRDA on 2nd November, 2001 as the pioneer accountant of the Agency. She grew through the ranks of the profession and is now the Acting Director, Finance and Accounts.
A graduate of Accounting from Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri, Imo State in 1997. She is a member of Certified National Accountant of Nigeria.(CNA), member of Certified Public Accountant of Nigeria (CPA) and member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM)
A holder of Masters in Public Administration (MPA) for ease of directorate carder administration in government establishment.
She has attended many seminars and training sessions in Accounting which includes ICT IN FINANCE (Hanoi, Vietnam).
She is married and is blessed with four lovely children.
FINANCE DIVISION is in charge of the following Units; Central Pay Office Unit Capital Account Unit Overhead Account Unit Audit Query Unit
ACCOUNTS DIVISION
ACCOUNTS DIVISION is in charge of the following units: Salary Unit Budget Unit Advances Unit Revenue/Tax Matters Unit Final Accounts Unit
The Finance & Accounts department is not just a back-office function—it is a strategic partner in the growth and sustainability of a biotechnology organization. With sound financial practices, effective risk management, and accurate reporting, the department ensures that scientific innovation is supported by financial discipline and accountability.