President Bola Tinubu has appointed Shamseldeen Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation, following the pre-retirement leave and eventual retirement of Oluwatoyin Madein, the incumbent, on March 7.
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The announcement was made on Tuesday in a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Dele Alake.
Ogunjimi’s appointment is effective immediately and is aimed at ensuring a seamless transition in the nation’s treasury management operations.
Ogunjimi, a career civil servant and the most senior director in the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF), boasts over 30 years of experience in financial management across the public and private sectors.
He has served in key roles, including Director of Funds at the OAGF and Director of Finance and Accounts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
His qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy and a Master’s in Finance and Accounting.
He is also a chartered accountant, certified fraud examiner, chartered stockbroker, and chartered security and investment specialist, reflecting a robust academic and professional foundation.
President Tinubu expressed confidence in Ogunjimi’s capabilities, citing his extensive expertise and leadership qualities.
“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 said.
In his statement, President Tinubu also commended the outgoing AGF Oluwatoyin Madein for her dedication and selfless service to the nation, acknowledging her significant contributions to Nigeria’s treasury management during her tenure.
Ogunjimi’s appointment signals the Tinubu administration's commitment to bolstering the nation's financial systems amid ongoing economic reforms.
His tenure will be closely watched as he assumes the helm of a critical institution at a pivotal time for Nigeria’s economy.