President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Shamsedeen Ogunjimi as the new Accountant-General of the Federation. Ogunjimi’s tenure is set to commence on March 7, 2025, following the retirement of the incumbent, Oluwatoyin Madein, on the same day.
The announcement was made in an official statement issued on Tuesday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. According to Onanuga, Ogunjimi emerged as the most suitable candidate after undergoing a rigorous selection process conducted by a dedicated committee.
Onanuga explained that the appointment followed a competitive and merit-driven selection process, which involved three key assessment stages: a written examination, an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) proficiency test, and an oral interview. He emphasized that the structured process reflects President Tinubu’s commitment to ensuring that only the most competent individuals occupy critical positions in the nation’s public service.
The Accountant-General of the Federation plays a crucial role in managing Nigeria’s public finances, overseeing government revenue, expenditure, and financial accountability. With Ogunjimi stepping into this role, expectations are high regarding his ability to introduce reforms that will enhance transparency, improve fiscal discipline, and strengthen financial governance.
Ogunjimi will be tasked with overseeing key financial systems such as the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS), the Government Integrated Financial Management Information System (GIFMIS), and the Treasury Single Account (TSA). These platforms are essential in curbing financial leakages and ensuring efficient management of public funds. His tenure is expected to focus on strengthening these frameworks to further enhance accountability in government financial operations.
The outgoing Accountant-General, Oluwatoyin Madein, has led various financial management initiatives during her tenure, promoting digital financial reporting and enhancing transparency in public sector finance. Ogunjimi’s appointment is anticipated to build on these efforts, bringing in fresh perspectives and strategies to improve financial management practices in line with the administration’s economic goals.
As Nigeria continues to implement economic reforms aimed at revenue generation, fiscal stability, and public sector efficiency, Ogunjimi’s role will be instrumental in ensuring prudent financial administration. His appointment comes at a time when the government is prioritizing financial discipline and seeking to optimize the use of public funds for national development.
Ogunjimi’s performance in office will be closely monitored as he takes on the responsibility of managing the country’s treasury. With the expectations of promoting accountability and efficiency in financial management, his leadership will be pivotal in reinforcing President Tinubu’s broader commitment to good governance and economic sustainability.
