Ali Inusah, a former herder who made headlines as the valedictorian of the 2021 graduating class at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), has reached another significant milestone in his academic journey.

A beneficiary of the Citi Opportunity Project on Education (COPE), Ali’s inspiring story continues as he graduates as an associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana (ICAG).

On Saturday, October 12, Ali completed the rigorous 14 ICAG examinations, joining 282 other graduates in receiving their certifications.

This achievement marks yet another step in his remarkable academic journey, which has seen him rise from humble beginnings to becoming a recognized figure in Ghana’s educational and professional landscape.

Reflecting on his latest success, Ali expressed a profound sense of pride and accomplishment.

“I feel very proud. It is a moment of joy and pride that the sacrifices and hard work have paid off. It is a dream come true for me to graduate from the Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana (ICAG), for which I am very happy. It is also a reflection of all the determination that I worked with.

“The journey has been an interesting one. The only thing that kept me going was the passion and the determination to one day graduate as a chartered accountant and that kept me going. Having to combine work and learning was not easy, but determination is always key when you have a goal to achieve.

“At the moment, I am engaged professionally as a staff of Deloitte Ghana and I hope to improve myself and gain valuable insight and experiences in the industry. So, what lies ahead is even a bigger challenge and I am willing to stand up to it and make sure that at the end of the day, I am successful in what I do,” he stated.

Grateful for the support he received throughout his journey, Ali expressed appreciation for his family, friends, and the team at Citi FM/Channel One, whose COPE initiative provided crucial support during his undergraduate studies at UPSA.