By Abiola Olawale
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially designated Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF).
This announcement was made in a statement released on Tuesday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
Onanuga said Ogunjimi’s appointment was necessary following the imminent retirement of the current AGF, Dr. Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein.
The statement reads in part: “His appointment is effective immediately following the pre-retirement leave of the incumbent AGF, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein.
“In announcing Madein’s successor, President Tinubu ensures a seamless transition in the administration of Nigeria’s treasury and consolidates the implementation of the present administration’s treasury policy reforms.”
Onanuga said Ogunjimi brings over 30 years of extensive experience in financial management across the public and private sectors.
He described the appointee as a career civil servant and the most senior director in the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF),
The statement continued: “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, Mr Ogunjimi’s academic qualifications include a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Accountancy and a Master’s in Finance and Accounting.
“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.”
Tinubu also expressed his heartfelt appreciation for Madein, the outgoing Accountant General of the Federation, recognizing her unwavering dedication and selfless service to the nation throughout her distinguished career.
