President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF).
The announcement was made in a statement issued on Tuesday by presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga.
“His appointment is effective immediately following the pre-retirement leave of the incumbent AGF, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein,” the statement read.
“In announcing Madein’s successor, President Tinubu ensures a seamless transition in the administration of Nigeria’s treasury and consolidates the implementation of the present administration’s treasury policy reforms.”
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Onanuga stated that Ogunjimi brings more than 30 years of comprehensive experience in financial management, spanning both the public and private sectors. He referred to the appointee as a dedicated civil servant and the highest-ranking director in the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF).
“He has held significant positions, including Director of Funds at the OAGF and Director of Finance and Accounts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
“A chartered accountant, certified fraud examiner, chartered stockbroker, and chartered security and investment specialist, Mr Ogunjimi’s academic qualifications include a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Accountancy and a Master’s in Finance and Accounting,” the statement added.
According to Onanuga, President Tinubu expressed his confidence in Ogunjimi, saying, “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.”
Tinubu also praised the outgoing Accountant General of the Federation, Dr. Madein, for her unwavering dedication and selfless service to the nation.
Having reached the statutory retirement age for the civil service, Madein will retire on March 7, 2025.
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