President Bola Tinubu has appointed Shamsedeen Ogunjimi as the new Accountant General of the Federation, effective March 7, 2025, following a rigorous selection process.
Ogunjimi will succeed Oluwatoyin Madehin, who is set to retire on the same day.
According to Presidential Spokesman Bayo Onanuga, Ogunjimi’s appointment was based on a merit-driven process involving a written assessment, an ICT proficiency test, and an oral interview.
The selection highlights Tinubu’s commitment to transparency, excellence, and competence in public service appointments.
Ogunjimi, 57, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and a Master’s in Accounting and Finance from the University of Lagos. He is also a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria.
President Tinubu congratulated Ogunjimi and urged him to uphold integrity, professionalism, and dedication in his new role.
