Tinubu Appoints Ogunjimi as Acting Accountant General of the Federation
In a significant move to ensure seamless management of Nigeria’s treasury, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Mr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF). The appointment, effective immediately, follows the pre-retirement leave of the incumbent AGF, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein.
Mr. Ogunjimi, a career civil servant and the most senior director at the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF), takes the reins with over 30 years of experience in financial management across public and private sectors. He has previously served as the Director of Funds at the OAGF and the Director of Finance and Accounts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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A seasoned professional, Mr. Ogunjimi is a chartered accountant, certified fraud examiner, chartered stockbroker, and chartered security and investment specialist. His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy and a Master’s in Finance and Accounting.
In announcing the appointment, President Tinubu emphasized the importance of the role, stating, “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 expressed appreciation for the outgoing AGF, Dr. Madein, lauding her dedication and service to the nation. Dr. Madein, who has been instrumental in overseeing Nigeria’s financial administration, is set to retire on March 7, 2025, upon reaching the statutory retirement age.
This appointment underscores the administration’s commitment to consolidating treasury policy reforms and maintaining stability in financial management operations.
