President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Mr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF). The announcement was made through a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
The appointment, effective immediately, follows the commencement of pre-retirement leave by the outgoing AGF, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein.
The statement emphasized that the transition ensures continuity in the administration of the nation’s treasury and reinforces the government’s commitment to ongoing treasury policy reforms.
Mr. Ogunjimi, the most senior director in the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF), brings over three decades of expertise in financial management spanning the public and private sectors. His previous roles include Director of Funds at the OAGF and Director of Finance and Accounts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
A seasoned professional, Ogunjimi holds several certifications, including Chartered Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Chartered Stockbroker, and Chartered Security and Investment Specialist. Academically, he has a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Accountancy and a Master’s in Finance and Accounting.
In his remarks, President Tinubu expressed confidence in Ogunjimi’s abilities. “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,” he stated.
The President also commended the outgoing AGF, Dr. Madein, for her dedication and service to the nation, acknowledging her contributions to Nigeria’s financial administration.
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