In a decisive move to maintain treasury management efficiency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Mr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF). This appointment follows the pre-retirement leave of the outgoing AGF, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein, and is effective immediately.
President Tinubu highlighted the importance of a smooth transition, saying the appointment ensures that the administration’s treasury policy reforms remain on track. “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,” he remarked.
Mr. Ogunjimi, a career civil servant with over 30 years of experience in public and private sector financial management, is the most senior director in the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF). He previously served as Director of Funds at the OAGF and Director of Finance and Accounts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
A highly qualified professional, Ogunjimi holds certifications as a chartered accountant, certified fraud examiner, chartered stockbroker, and chartered security and investment specialist. His academic background includes a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Accountancy and a Master’s in Finance and Accounting.
President Tinubu also commended Dr. Madein for her dedication and selfless service, as she prepares to retire on March 7, 2025, having reached the statutory retirement age.
This strategic appointment underscores the administration’s commitment to financial integrity and ongoing reforms in Nigeria’s treasury management.
