Five things to Know about Shamseldeen Ogunjimi, acting Accountant General of the Federation

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF).

Ogunjimi, a seasoned financial expert and career civil servant with over three decades of experience, assumes the role following the pre-retirement leave of Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein.

His appointment reflects a commitment to maintaining professionalism and expertise in managing Nigeria’s public finances.

Here’s what to know about him;

1. Academic Qualifications: Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi is a highly qualified professional with a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Accountancy and a Master’s degree in Finance and Accounting, providing him with a solid academic foundation in financial management.

2. Extensive experience: Ogunjimi brings over three decades of expertise in financial management, spanning both the public and private sectors, making him a seasoned authority in the field.

3. Positions held: He has held notable positions, including Director of Funds at the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) and Director of Finance and Accounts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

4. Professional certifications: Ogunjimi is a chartered accountant, certified fraud examiner, chartered stockbroker, and chartered security and investment specialist, underscoring his diverse financial and management expertise.

5. Recent appointment: His appointment as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu follows the pre-retirement leave of Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein, marking a new chapter in his distinguished career.