Tinubu Hails Ogunjimi’s Election as African Accountant-Generals’ Chairman

Tinubu Hails Ogunjimi’s Election as African Accountant-Generals’ Chairman

…president Says Appointment Reflects Nigeria’s Commitment to Transparency, Accountability

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Accountant-General of the Federation, Dr Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, on his election as Chairman of the African Association of Accountant-Generals (AAAG).

Ogunjimi emerged victorious in a keenly contested election involving candidates from Tanzania and The Gambia during the Association’s Annual General Meeting held recently in the Kingdom of Eswatini.

In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described Ogunjimi’s emergence as a source of immense pride for Nigeria and a reflection of the country’s sustained commitment to transparency, accountability and excellence in public finance management.

The President noted that the election underscores Nigeria’s growing influence in continental financial governance and its efforts to promote sound public sector administration.

Tinubu expressed confidence that under Ogunjimi’s leadership, the Association would strengthen collaboration among African countries, facilitate the exchange of best practices, build institutional capacity and advance reforms aimed at improving prudent financial management across the continent.

In a statement  signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, he further stated that the new AAAG chairman is well-positioned to drive initiatives that will enhance accountability, efficiency and professionalism in the management of public resources among member states.

The President wished Ogunjimi a successful tenure and assured him of the Federal Government’s support as he assumes the important continental responsibility.