- The 57-year-old Shamsedeen Ogunjimi was initially named as Madehin’s successor in December. He was chosen through a merit-based selection process involving Directors of Accounts in the Federal Civil Service.
- The process entailed a written assessment, an ICT proficiency test, and oral interviews, emphasizing President Tinubu’s dedication to transparency, excellence, and competence in key public service roles
Following a rigorous and competitive selection process, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Shamsedeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the new Accountant General of the Federation.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that Ogunjimi’s appointment will take effect on March 7, 2025, coinciding with the retirement of the incumbent Oluwatoyin Madehin.
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The 57-year-old Ogunjimi was initially named as Madehin’s successor in December. He was chosen through a merit-based selection process involving Directors of Accounts in the Federal Civil Service.
The process entailed a written assessment, an ICT proficiency test, and oral interviews, emphasizing President Tinubu’s dedication to transparency, excellence, and competence in key public service roles.
Shamsedeen Ogunjimi holds a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and a Master’s in Accounting and Finance from the University of Lagos.
He is a fellow of 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 to Nigeria’s service.
