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Saidu B. Samaila & Co.

Chartered Accountants

Accountants & Business Advisers

A leading Nigerian accounting firm delivering audit, taxation, advisory and licensed regulatory services with integrity, precision and professional excellence.

ICAN
CITN
FRC NIGERIA
PUBLIC SECTOR ACCREDITED
Dr. Saidu Balarabe Samaila

Dr. Saidu Balarabe Samaila

BSC, MBA, ACA, FCA, ACTI, AMNIM, FCTI, FIMC, FNITD

Principal Partner

Decades of professional excellence.

Saidu B. Samaila & Co. Chartered Accountants is a firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers committed to delivering reliable financial, regulatory and advisory services to individuals, SMEs, corporate organisations and public institutions across Nigeria.

Our partners and associates combine deep technical expertise with practical insight, helping clients meet compliance obligations while building stronger, more resilient businesses.

40+

Years of practice

200+

Clients served

100%

Compliance focus

Trusted Partners & Affiliations

ChamcoDigital
Office of the Accountant General
ITM Nigeria
Integra Africa

Who We Are.

A national and international development firm of Chartered Accountants, Tax Experts, Public Sector Specialists and ICT Professionals committed to global growth.

Preamble

Saidu B. Samaila & Co. is both a national and international development company committed to global development and growth. Our diversified team of Professional Accountants, Bankers, Development Experts, ICT Professionals, Public Sector Specialists and Tax Experts is available to serve you and help with your needs.

Our expertise in public financial management helps governments raise revenue, manage debt and plan expenditure more effectively. Through technical assistance, consultancy and training, we help reduce poverty, improve health and increase prosperity. Integrity and capacity building underpin everything we do.

Our Background

Saidu B. Samaila & Co. Chartered Accountants is a Financial, Management, Training and Consulting firm incorporated in Nigeria. Our firm comprises professionals with several years of combined experience working with Civil Society, Public and Private Sector groups in Nigeria. We are an indigenous firm of practicing accountants licensed by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN).

We focus on applying tested, proven tools and methodologies that meet internationally acceptable standards such as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in all finance-related interventions.

Mission & Vision

Vision Statement

To help organizations see further and deeper into their businesses. Our work aims at assessing the financial health of organizations, helping them foresee and prevent financial crises and enhance trust among stakeholders using the best possible and innovative professional tools.

Mission Statement

We audit to assist organizations in meeting regulatory and market standards and stay uptrend in their industries. An audit is more than an obligation — it is a powerful lens for illuminating the current state of an enterprise, providing insight that informs future aspirations.

Our Core Values

Honesty
Teamwork
Fairness
Accountability
Integrity
Reliability
Quality
Excellence

Training & Human Capital Development Division

Organizations today require tailored learning and development strategies aligned with business objectives — cost effective and providing practical added value. Managers, supervisors and staff are equipped with the latest techniques as part of capacity development initiatives.

Using proven tools developed by globally renowned institutions, we provide consulting on Financial Management Systems, Leadership and Management Development, Management Systems Strengthening and Organizational Sustainability — including hands-on training in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) delivered in-house or at our office.

Audit & Assurance Services Division

Financial Statement audits play a critical role in maintaining investor and stakeholder confidence. Founded by Dr. Saidu Balarabe Samaila — a renowned financial expert with vast experience in Banking, Oil & Gas and Financial Management — our firm provides trusted audit and compliance services to private and public sector organizations across Nigeria and Africa.

Tax Management

Fully integrated tax services combining innovation with industry knowledge.

Global Audit

Tailored services aligned with GAAP and International Standards on Auditing (ISA).

Public Sector Audit Services

Focused on the nature and requirements of public service audits.

Private Sector Audit Services

Customized for SME and corporate structures.

Employee Benefit Plan Audit

Single & multi-employer plans, defined benefit / defined contribution pensions, NSITF, ITF, Personal Income Tax computation & remittances, and health & welfare plans.

Tax & Consultancy Services Division

We provide professional tax expertise across multiple authorities and tax laws, helping clients navigate compliance, debt counselling, credit restoration, payroll services and financial reporting. We also work with relevant tax authorities to conduct Tax Audits and help governments expand their tax base for greater revenue.

Our services are accurate, affordable and available 24/7 — resolving tax issues in a professional manner.

ICT Services Division

Through partnerships with NewGenTeck IT Solution Services and Automated System International (ASI), we deliver enterprise-grade IT, security and document management solutions trusted by top-rated organizations — including the Presidential Villa and the Office of the Vice President of Nigeria.

Security Engineering & Architecture
IT Support & Technical Consulting
Forensics & Incident Response (EnCase)
Information Assurance & Audit
Penetration Testing & Assessment
Data Loss Prevention (Forcepoint)
SIEM & Threat Monitoring (Splunk)
Enterprise Document & Records Management (Laserfiche ECM)

Laserfiche ECM — Notable Deployments (via ASI)

Presidential Villa, State House Abuja (Office of the C-in-C)

State House — Office of the Vice President

State House — Office of the Chief of Staff

State House Abuja (Open & Secret Registry)

Department of State Services (All Directorates)

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

NNPC Corporate Headquarters, Abuja

Warri Refinery & Petrochemical Company (WRPC)

Port Harcourt Refinery Company Ltd

NNPC Zonal Offices

National Board for Technical Education (NBTE)

Compliance & Credentials

Saidu B. Samaila & Co. is fully incorporated, licensed and statutorily compliant — with documentary evidence available on request.

CAC Incorporation

Corporate Affairs Commission certificate of incorporation

Tax Clearance

Current FIRS tax clearance — 2019, 2020 & 2021

Pension Compliance

Current PenCom compliance certificate

ITF Compliance

Industrial Training Fund compliance certificate

NSITF Compliance

Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund compliance certificate

ICAN Practising Licence

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria

OAuGF Registration

Office of the Auditor-General for the Federation

BPP Interim Registration

Bureau of Public Procurement interim report

Firms We Collaborate With

Ibikunle Amosun & Co. Chartered Accountants

HE Senator Ibikunle Amosun — Former Governor of Ogun State

Tijani Musa Isa & Co. Chartered Accountants

Malam Tijani Musa Isa — Immediate Past President of ICAN

Sada, Idris & Co. Chartered Accountants & Management Consultants

Alhaji Zakari Sadah

Alex Adeyemi & Co. Chartered Accountants

Alexander M. Adeyemi — Rtd. Co-ordinating Director (Revenue & Investment), OAGF

Integra Africa

Pan-African Marketing & Branding Company specialising in integrated strategy and branding services across the continent. Headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Chamco Digital

AI training & digital transformation partner — Houston, USA

ITM Nigeria (ITM Services Limited)

Nigerian cornerstone of the ITM Group — HR solutions, business process outsourcing and supply chain management. Offices in Abuja and Lagos.

Key Team Members

Dr. Saidu Balarabe Samaila

BSC, MBA, ACA, FCA, ACTI, AMNIM, FCTI, FIMC, FNITD

Principal Partner — Former Honourable Minister of State, Foreign Affairs; Former Minister of State, Interior; and Former Minister of Sports and Social Development.

Abubakar Danlami Sule

B.SC, HCIB, FCA, AMNIM

Consultant — Former Acting MD, Keystone Bank Plc. Wharton Executive Development alumnus.

Haliru Labbo Karaye

B.SC, ACTI, FCA, MNIM

Public Sector Accounting Specialist — 40+ years experience; former Kebbi State Commissioner of Agriculture.

Yusuf Abdurrasheed Usman

B.SC, FCA

ICT, Audit & Assurance Specialist — 25+ years in audit, training and tax consultancy.

Balogun Toheeb Adewale

B.SC, M.SC

Finance & Accounts Executive — 7+ years of experience in finance and accounts.

Enakhimion Olabisi Omonigho

B.SC

Administrative Executive — 5+ years of administrative and operations experience.

Nzeakor Joy Adaeze

B.SC

Sales & Marketing Executive and IT Assistant — 4+ years across sales, marketing and IT support.

Onaopemipo Grace Adebisi

B.SC

Sales & Marketing Executive — 6+ years in sales and marketing.

Our core services.

Comprehensive financial and advisory services delivered to international standards.

Audit & Assurance

Independent statutory and internal audits that strengthen confidence in your financial reporting. Includes Global Audit (GAAP & ISA aligned), Public & Private Sector Audit, and Employee Benefit Plan Audit.

Tax Advisory

Strategic tax planning, compliance and representation before FIRS and state tax authorities. Also covers debt counselling, credit restoration, payroll services and financial reporting — available 24/7.

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Accurate, IFRS-aligned bookkeeping, payroll and management accounts for SMEs and corporates.

Business Advisory

Feasibility studies, business valuation, restructuring and growth strategy for ambitious firms.

Training & Human Capital

Tailored learning programs including financial management systems, leadership development, management systems strengthening, and Microsoft Office Suite training.

ICT Services

Security Engineering, IT Support, Forensics & Incident Response, Penetration Testing, SIEM & Threat Monitoring, and Enterprise Document Management (Laserfiche ECM).

Laserfiche ECM — Notable Deployments

Enterprise Document & Records Management solutions deployed across key Federal institutions.

Presidential Villa, State House Abuja

State House — Office of the Vice President

State House — Office of the Chief of Staff

State House Abuja (Open & Secret Registry)

Department of State Services (All Directorates)

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

NNPC Corporate Headquarters, Abuja

Warri Refinery & Petrochemical Company (WRPC)

Port Harcourt Refinery Company Ltd

NNPC Zonal Offices

National Board for Technical Education (NBTE)

Track Record — Selected Engagements

Quality Assurance in Nigerian Air Traffic Management

Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA)

Quality Assurance in Nigerian Air Traffic Management

Kigali, Rwanda • May 2025

Revenue Collection, Accounting & Expenditure Control

Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA)

Revenue Collection, Accounting & Expenditure Control

Kaduna 2025

Understanding the Challenging World of the Aviation Sector

Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA)

Understanding the Challenging World of the Aviation Sector

Keffi 2025

Enhancing Organizational Productivity through Performance Management

Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN)

Enhancing Organizational Productivity through Performance Management

Kaduna • September 2025

Selling and Negotiation Skills in Specialized Financial Situations

TAJ Bank

Selling and Negotiation Skills in Specialized Financial Situations

Maiduguri • 2025

Enhancing Organizational Productivity through Performance Management Systems

Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority (OGFZA)

Enhancing Organizational Productivity through Performance Management Systems

Yola 2025

Mortgage Financing in Nigeria: Prospects and Challenges

Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN)

Mortgage Financing in Nigeria: Prospects and Challenges

Kaduna • 2022 & 2023

Administrative Procedures and Overview of Public Service Rules

Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority (OGFZA)

Administrative Procedures and Overview of Public Service Rules

Abuja • 2024

Distinguished Public Service

A Legacy of National Leadership

Our Principal Partner brings decades of distinguished public service to the firm, having served at the highest levels of the Federal Government of Nigeria. This depth of governance experience informs a uniquely strategic, policy-aware advisory practice trusted by institutions across the public and private sectors.

Former Honourable Minister

Sports and Social Development, Federal Republic of Nigeria

Former Minister of State

Foreign Affairs & Interior, Federal Republic of Nigeria

Executive Banking Leadership

17 years in banking, rising to Deputy MD/COO

40+ Years of Professional Practice

Public sector reform, finance and strategic advisory

Our Team

Experienced professionals across accounting, advisory, and operations.

Abubakar Danlami Sule

B.Sc, HCIB, FCA, AMNIM

Consultant

Former Acting MD, Keystone Bank Plc; Wharton Executive Development alumnus.

Haliru Labbo Karaye

B.Sc, ACTI, FCA, MNIM

Public Sector Accounting Specialist

40+ years of experience; former Kebbi State Commissioner of Agriculture.

Yusuf Abdurrasheed Usman

B.Sc, FCA

ICT, Audit & Assurance Specialist

25+ years in audit, training, and tax consultancy.

Balogun Toheeb Adewale

B.Sc, M.Sc

Finance & Accounts Executive

7+ years in finance and accounts.

Enakhimion Olabisi Omonigho

B.Sc

Administrative Executive

5+ years in administrative and operations.

Nzeakor Joy Adaeze

B.Sc

Sales & Marketing Executive / IT Assistant

4+ years across sales, marketing, and IT support.

Onaopemipo Grace Adebisi

B.Sc

Sales & Marketing Executive

6+ years in sales and marketing.

Facilitators & Partners

Seasoned industry experts who lead our training and consulting engagements.

Garba Abdu Ganger

Managing Facilitator & CEO, Prime Functions Facilitators

40+ years in teaching, training, business development and organizational strategy. Fellow of NITAD.

Gaven Sinpep Wuyep

Aviation Leadership & Air Traffic Management Specialist

Former General Manager, Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (2018–2021).

Gaza, Gideon Clement

Certified Air Traffic Controller & ICAO Competent Instructor

16+ years as Certified ATC. Deputy General Manager at NAMA. DATCE, OJTI certified.

Amin Bakam

Aviation Regulatory Strategy & Training Facilitator

20+ years in air traffic management. Deputy General Manager, Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA).

Dr. Bulus James

Training, HR & Management Consulting Facilitator

25+ years in training and HR. National President of NITAD. Managing Facilitator, RockEdge Consulting.

Mr. Adamu Sambo

Capital Markets & Investment Advisory Facilitator

Former Director at SEC. Trained at New York Institute of Finance and London School of Economics.

Dr. Godwin Diala

Public Sector Financial & Operational Management Facilitator

30+ years in public sector. Retired Deputy Director of Audit, Ministry of Foreign Affairs. FICAN, ACITN.

Eyioluse Tope Solomon

Strategic Financial Management & Risk Management Facilitator

Accredited member of ICAN and CITN. Notable workshops for NCAA and Federal Ministry of Power.

Vimbai Kadenhe

Director of Operations, Integra Africa

Based in Johannesburg, South Africa. Specialist in event management, market research and leadership.

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Website

www.sbsamailaaccountants.com

Email

info@sbsamailaaccountants.com

Office

St. James House, Plot 167, Adetokunbo Ademola, Wuse 2, FCT, Abuja, Nigeria

Training Enquiries (Chamco Digital)

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888-556-7698

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