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Dr. Abel A. Onyeke
Chairman, Apex Rock Limited
Professional Biography
One of Nigeria's foremost authorities in audit, tax, financial management, and corporate governance. Dr. Abel A. Onyeke was appointed Apex Rock's Pioneer Chairman in February 2026 – bringing the full weight of nearly four decades of distinguished professional leadership to the company's governance from inception. His nearly four-decade career spans senior leadership at KPMG (Senior Manager & Head of Abuja Operations, 1988–2003), Akintola Williams Deloitte, Financial Management Consultancy with the World Bank (2006–2010), and as Founding/Managing Partner of Nexia Agbo Abel & Co. (2004–2025) – a Nexia International member firm operating across 120+ countries.
Education Highlight
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Qualification
Institution
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Ph.D in Accounting
Nasarawa State University, 2025
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M.Sc. Finance & Accounting
Nasarawa State University, 2021
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MBA in Management
University of Nigeria, 2005
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B.Sc. in Accountancy
University of Nigeria, 1988
Professional Designations
Designation
Description
FCA
Fellow, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
FCTI
Fellow, Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN)
FCPN
Fellow, Chartered Institute of Pension Practitioners (CIPN)
ACFE
Associate, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Expertise & Credentials
• Strategic Direction & Governance
High-level oversight of strategic planning and corporate governance, ensuring policies underpin the delivery of cutting-edge School, Learning, and Performance Management Systems.
• Financial Stewardship & Growth
Deep expertise in financial management, business valuation, and due diligence to ensure stability, identify growth vectors, and facilitate strategic partnerships.
• Organisational Effectiveness
Proven capacity-building track record across public and private sectors – drawing on consultancy engagements with the World Bank, DFID/PATHS, IINEI, NYSC, and multiple federal agencies – ensuring Apex Rock's operational frameworks fully support its innovative objectives.
• International Exposure
Extensive cross-border engagements including Financial Management Consultancy and Procurement reviews for the World Bank, audit of UNHCR-financed projects, financial systems set-up, and budget consultancy for DFID/PATHS.
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