Wale Jagun
The Accountant-General of the Federation, Dr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, has emerged as the Chairman of the African Association of Accountant-Generals (AAAG).
Ikorodu -born Ogunjimi secured victory against candidates from Tanzania and The Gambia, during the association’s Annual General Meeting in the Kingdom of Eswatini.
He secured 83% of the total votes cast, while Tanzania received 11%, and The Gambia 6%.
Meanwhile, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated him describing the feat as a source of pride for Nigeria.
President Tinubu says Ogunjimi’s emergence as Chairman of the continental body is a source of immense pride for Nigeria and a testament to the country’s sustained efforts at promoting transparency, accountability, and excellence in public finance administration.
The President expresses confidence that under Ogunjimi’s leadership, the Association will deepen collaboration among member states, foster the exchange of best practices, strengthen institutional capacity, and advance reforms that will enhance prudent financial management across Africa.
The President also wishes the Accountant-General a successful tenure and assures him of the Federal Government’s support as he assumes the important continental responsibility.
