His appointment takes effect on March 7, 2025, the same day the outgoing AGF, Oluwatoyin Madehin, is to retire.
By Saidu Idris
365Daily – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Shamsedeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the new Accountant General of the Federation (AGF).
His appointment takes effect on March 7, 2025, the same day the outgoing AGF, Oluwatoyin Madehin, is to retire.
Ogunjimi, 57, was first named as Madehin’s successor in December 2024. However, his final appointment came after a competitive selection process conducted by a high-level committee, media aide to President Tinubu disclosed in a statement on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.
He added that the process involved a written assessment, an ICT proficiency test, and oral interviews, to ensure that the best candidate emerged based on merit.
A graduate of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Ogunjimi holds a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy. He furthered his education with a Master’s in Accounting and Finance from the University of Lagos. He is also a fellow of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria.
In his congratulatory message, the President urged Ogunjimi to carry out his duties with integrity, professionalism, and dedication to the nation.
Ogunjimi steps into the role at a crucial time, as Nigeria continues to navigate economic challenges and public sector financial reforms. His expertise in financial management is expected to contribute to greater accountability and efficiency in the nation’s treasury.