WATCH THE VIDEO HERE PRESIDENT Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF). The announcement was made in a statement today by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga. “His appointment takes immediate effect, following the pre-retirement leave of the incumbent AGF, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein,” the statement said. President Tinubu emphasized that the appointment ensures a smooth transition in managing Nigeria’s treasury and supports the administration’s ongoing treasury policy reforms. Onanuga highlighted Ogunjimi’s extensive financial management experience spanning over 30 years in both the public and private sectors. He described Ogunjimi as a career civil servant and the most senior director in the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF). “Ogunjimi has held key positions, including Director of Funds at the OAGF and Director of Finance and Accounts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs,” the statement noted. A chartered accountant, certified fraud examiner, chartered stockbroker, and chartered security and investment specialist, Ogunjimi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy and a Master’s in Finance and Accounting. President Tinubu expressed confidence in Ogunjimi’s abilities, stating, “The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation is critical to Nigeria’s treasury management. Ogunjimi’s extensive experience and expertise will ensure the continued efficiency of this vital institution as we advance our economic reforms.” He also commended the outgoing AGF, Dr. Madein, for her dedication and service to the nation. Madein will retire on March 7, 2025, upon reaching the statutory retirement age for civil servants.