President Bola Tinubu has appointed Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF), effective immediately.
This follows the pre-retirement leave of the current AGF, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein.
A statement issued by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga on Tuesday said the appointment markeds a smooth transition in managing Nigeria’s treasury and reinforced the ongoing implementation of the current administration’s treasury policy reforms.
Ogunjimi, a seasoned civil servant and the most senior director in the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF), brings over 30 years of experience in financial management, spanning both 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 chartered accountant, certified fraud examiner, chartered stockbroker, and security and investment specialist, Ogunjimi holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Accountancy and a Master’s degree in Finance and Accounting.
In his remarks, Tinubu expressed confidence in Ogunjimi’s capabilities, stating, “The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation is central to our nation’s treasury management. Ogunjimi’s vast experience and expertise will ensure the continued success of this key institution as we progress with our economic reform agenda.”
The President also commended Madein for her dedication and outstanding service to the nation.
Madein will retire on March 7, 2025, upon reaching the statutory retirement age in the civil service.