President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Mr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF), effective immediately.
This appointment follows the pre-retirement leave of the outgoing AGF, Dr. Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein, who is set to retire in 2025 after reaching the statutory retirement age for civil servants.
In a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, President Tinubu emphasized the importance of the Accountant General’s office in managing the nation’s finances.
He noted that Ogunjimi’s extensive experience and competence would ensure the smooth operation of this critical office amid ongoing economic reforms.
“The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation is central to managing our nation’s treasury.
Mr. Ogunjimi’s vast experience will be invaluable in maintaining the effectiveness of this office as we implement our economic reform agenda,” President Tinubu said.
Mr. Ogunjimi, a seasoned civil servant, is the most senior director at the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF). He brings over 30 years of experience in financial management across both the public and private sectors.
His career includes serving as the Director of Funds at OAGF and the Director of Finance and Accounts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
A chartered accountant, certified fraud examiner, chartered stockbroker, and expert in securities and investments, Ogunjimi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy and a Master’s degree in Finance and Accounting, making him well-equipped to handle the responsibilities of the AGF office in line with the administration’s treasury policies.
President Tinubu also took a moment to commend Dr. Madein for her years of service, acknowledging her dedication to managing Nigeria’s treasury.
He praised her contributions to the nation’s financial systems.
The appointment of Ogunjimi is seen as part of the President’s efforts to ensure a seamless transition in the treasury management process and strengthen Nigeria’s financial institutions as part of broader economic reforms.
