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Tinubu Appoints Ogunjimi As Nigeria's Acting AGF

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Nigeria’s acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF).

The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga announced this in a statement from the State House on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.

Onanuga noted that Ogunjimi’s appointment is effective immediately following the pre-retirement leave of the incumbent AGF, Dr Mrs Oluwatoyin Madein.

After reaching the civil service’s statutory retirement age,Dr. Madein is retiring effective March 7, 2025.

Onanuga stated that Tinubu, in announcing Madein’s successor, ensured a seamless transition in the administration of Nigeria’s treasury and consolidated the implementation of the present administration’s treasury policy reforms.

Tinubu expressed confidence in Ogunjimi, saying: “The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation is pivotal to our nation’s treasury management operations.

“Mr Ogunjimi’s wealth of experience and notable competence will ensure the continued effectiveness of this vital institution as we advance our economic reform agenda.”

Tinubu also commended Madein for her “dedication and selfless service to the nation”.

The statement added: “As a career civil servant and the most senior director in the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF), Ogunjimi brings over 30 years of extensive experience in financial management across the public and private sectors.

“He has held significant positions, including Director of Funds at the OAGF and Director of Finance and Accounts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

“A chartered accountant, certified fraud examiner, chartered stockbroker, and chartered security and investment specialist, Ogunjimi’s academic qualifications include a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Accountancy and a Master’s in Finance and Accounting.”

Tinubu Appoints New NUC Boss, Others

President Bola Tinubu has appointed new heads for various MDAs, namel: the National Universities Commission (NUC), the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), the Solid Minerals Development Fund / Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Initiative (SMDF/PAGMI), and the New Partnership for Africa Development (NEPAD), as was announced on 6th Decembe, 2024 from the State House.

Prof. Abdullahi Yusuf Ribadu, a visiting professor at the NUC, is the agency's Executive Secretary.

Prof. Salisu Shehu is the Executive Secretary of the NERDC.

Jabiru Salisu Abdullahi Tsauri is the National Coordinator of NEPAD.

Yazid Shehu Umar Danfulani was appointed as the Executive Secretary of the SMDF/PAGMI.

Prof. Ribadu is an expert in veterinary reproduction and has served as vice chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Yola, and the Sule Lamido University, Jigawa State.

Prof. Shehu is a renowned academic in educational and human Psychology. He was instrumental in establishing the School of Continuing Education at Bayero University, Kano, and was the Vice-Chancellor of Al-Istiqamah University, Kano.

Jabiru Tsauri holds a Master’s in International Affairs and Diplomacy from Ahmadu Bello University. He is a seasoned administrator with expertise in legislative affairs, global affairs, and democratic governance and vast experience in public service.

Yazid Danfulani holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and a Master’s in Arts and Management from the University of Hertfordshire in the United Kingdom.

He has extensive experience in Banking, Computing, and Business Administration. He once worked at the Central Bank of Nigeria and was also a Commissioner for Commerce and Industry in Zamfara State.

The President believes the appointees’ experience and track record will bring a new sense of commitment, progress, and positive outcomes to fulfil Nigerians’ expectations in their respective organisations.