- Ogunjimi, 57, was first named as Madehin’s successor in December 2024.
- His selection was finalised after a competitive process overseen by a committee tasked with evaluating Directors of Accounts in the Federal Civil Service.
President Bola Tinubu has, on Monday, officially approved the selection of Shamsedeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as Nigeria’s new Accountant General of the Federation.
According to a statement from Tinubu’s media aide, Bayo Onanuga, this appointment was made “after a rigorous selection process.”
He explained that Ogunjimi’s appointment becomes effective on March 7, 2025, coinciding with the retirement of the current AGoF, Oluwatoyin Madehin.
“Ogunjimi, 57, was first named as Madehin’s successor last December.”
“A selection committee later chose him through a competitive, rigorous, and merit-based process involving Directors of Accounts in the Federal Civil Service.”
“The committee conducted the process through three stages: a written assessment, an ICT proficiency test, and oral interviews.”
“The selection process underscores President Tinubu’s commitment to promoting transparency, excellence, and competence in key public service positions.”
Ogunjimi earned a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in 1990 and later obtained a Master’s in Accounting and Finance from the University of Lagos.
He holds fellowship status in both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria.
“President Tinubu congratulates Ogunjimi on his appointment and urges him to discharge his duties in the service of Nigeria with integrity, professionalism, and dedication,” Bayo said
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