President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Mr Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF).
The appointment, which was announced in a press statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, takes immediate effect, following the commencement of pre-retirement leave by the incumbent AGF, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein.
This decision is set to ensure a seamless transition in the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) while consolidating the current administration’s treasury policy reforms.
Ogunjimi, a career civil servant and the most senior director in the OAGF, brings over 30 years of experience in financial management across both the public and private sectors. He has held key positions, including Director of Funds at the OAGF and Director of Finance and Accounts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
A highly qualified professional, Ogunjimi is a chartered accountant, certified fraud examiner, chartered stockbroker, and chartered security and investment specialist. His academic credentials include a BSc in Accountancy and a Master’s in Finance and Accounting.
Commenting on the appointment, President Tinubu expressed confidence in Ogunjimi’s ability to strengthen Nigeria’s treasury operations.
He stated, “The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation is pivotal to our nation’s treasury management operations. Mr Ogunjimi’s wealth of experience and notable competence will ensure the continued effectiveness of this vital institution as we advance our economic reform agenda.”
The President also commended the outgoing Accountant General, Dr Madein, for her dedication and selfless service to Nigeria.
Dr Madein, who is set to retire on March 7, 2025, has reached the statutory retirement age in the civil service.
Ozioma Samuel-Ugwuezi
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