From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Shamseldeen Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF).
According to a statement issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, his appointment is effective immediately following the pre-retirement leave of the incumbent AGF, Oluwatoyin Madein.
According to the statement, Ogunjimi, as the new Accountant General of the Federation, signifies a strategic move to ensure continuity in Nigeria’s treasury management and the ongoing implementation of treasury policy reforms. Ogunjimi, a seasoned civil servant with over 30 years of experience in financial management, is expected to leverage his extensive background in both public and private sectors to enhance fiscal stability and efficiency within the administration.
As a career civil servant and the most senior director in the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF), Ogunjimi brings over 30 years of extensive experience in financial management across the public and private sectors.
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, Ogunjimi’s academic qualifications include a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Accountancy and a Master’s in Finance and Accounting.
President Tinubu expressed his confidence in Mr. 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.”
President Tinubu commended the outgoing Accountant General of the Federation, Madein, for her dedication and selfless service.