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The newly appointed Accountant-General of the Federation, Shamseldeen Ogunjimi, assumed office on Monday, setting the tone for his tenure with a call for unity and a firm stance on maintaining the independence of the Treasury.

Addressing staff at the Treasury House in Abuja, Ogunjimi stressed the enormity of the task ahead, calling for collective responsibility in ensuring the institution’s success. He vowed to dedicate himself fully to strengthening the Treasury’s standing.

“The task ahead is enormous. If I fail, every single one of you here has failed. I am ready to commit myself, my life, to the service of this institution,” he declared. “I am here to do everything possible to make sure the Treasury is at the head of all institutions in Nigeria.”

Ogunjimi urged staff to embrace teamwork, stressing that internal divisions would only hinder progress. “Please, I beg of you. Let us work together. A pass is a pass. Let us work, work,” he appealed.

He made it clear that his administration would not tolerate external interference, particularly from Chief Executives of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies. Reflecting on past experiences, he recalled attempts by some executives to influence personnel decisions, particularly regarding Directors of Finance and Administration.

“I’ve been a victim of a Chief Executive calling the Accountant-General to say, ‘I don’t like this Director of Finance and Admin, I don’t like this director. Please remove him.’ I’m not going to follow that path,” he said firmly.

He assured treasury officials that career-related matters would be handled with fairness, stating that directors posted to MDAs would be allowed to present their cases if issues arose. “If anybody comes to me, I’m going to call the director-in-charge. Tell your own story or whatever you know about it. Then we’ll now decide whether it’s worth it,” he stated.

Ogunjimi acknowledged concerns about workplace hostilities, admitting that an unsupportive environment could undermine officers’ effectiveness.

He assured staff that where necessary, alternative solutions would be explored to ensure their professional well-being.

“Sometimes, your career may also be at stake. If your chief executive doesn’t want you, then there’s no point staying there because he or she may frustrate your functions or your life. So, we will amicably look for a better solution that will make your life not miserable,” he assured.

He reaffirmed his commitment to an open-door policy, urging staff to reach out whenever they faced challenges. “If anything is bothering you in the discharge of your functions, I’m here. Talk to me. I’m your AGF. Feel free to come to me. I will listen to you. I’m a good listener. I will support you,” he assured.

Acknowledging the challenges ahead, he urged the staff to focus on rebuilding and improving the Treasury’s image rather than dwelling on past events. “Whatever has happened, has happened. We have to move on. I am not in any group. We are not going to polarise the house. The task ahead is enormous. We can’t be fighting ourselves. We must achieve,” he said.

Expressing gratitude for the opportunities he had received in the service, he pledged to uphold the integrity of the institution. “I may not have been who I am today if not for the opportunity provided to me by this service,” he noted.

He called on staff to take responsibility for enhancing the institution’s reputation, urging them to reflect on their roles in shaping public perception. “The past is the past. Let us work. Work, work. Begin to ask yourself, what will you do to change the perception of the Treasury? Every second of your work will impact the image of the Treasury,” he said.

Ogunjimi was appointed on March 7, 2025, succeeding Dr Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein, who retired on the same day.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from the University of Nigeria and a Master’s in Accounting and Finance from the University of Lagos. A fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, he has over 30 years of experience in financial management across the public and private sectors.

Source: https://punchng.com/new-accountant-general-assumes-office-calls-for-unity/

"If I fail, every single one of you here has failed..."

If you fail, you fail alone. That's how they talk, but by the time he starts appointing SAs and TAs, you will be hearing Jide, Tolu, Bayo etc.
Let's stop this suger- coating of words. We know how it's done. You, your people and your tribe alone.
But don't forget, when you were in UNN, no knowledge was hidden from you cos you are a Yoruba man. You were given the grades you merited. Now it's time for you to be in charge. Let's see how you will drive the vehicle.

Finally... A traditionalist.

I see this man stealing over 100bn naira in his first 30 days in office.

This I have seen.

cool.

Anyway, Agriculture is life

“I’ve been a victim of a Chief Executive calling the Accountant-General to say, ‘I don’t like this Director of Finance and Admin, I don’t like this director. Please remove him.’ I’m not going to follow that path,” he said firmly.

I sincerely hope he can withstand the pressure and keep to this Commitment. I wish him all the best.

Isokan!

Unity!

Must one be a Chartered Accountant to be the Accountant General of the Federation?

Every appointment goes to Yoruba.

Tomorrow, when SS & SE pull an alliance with North, I hope my Yoruba friends will not cry betrayal?
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atiku4President:
"If I fail, every single one of you here has failed..."

If you fail, you fail alone. That's how they talk, but by the time he starts appointing SAs and TAs, you will be hearing Jide, Tolu, Bayo etc.
Let's stop this suger- coating of words. We know how it's done. You, your people and your tribe alone.
But don't forget, when you were in UNN, no knowledge was hidden from you cos you are a Yoruba man. You were given the grades you merited. Now it's time for you to be in charge. Let's see how you will drive the vehicle.

Haha wahala dey o.....bla bla tribalico....no sensible people moves anymore on tribal rants by tribal warriors here again,una sabi una self,so continue enjoying fake mojo of supremacy on tribal lines

youngestgrad:
Must one be a Chartered Accountant to be the Accountant General of the Federation?

I don’t think one of the former AGoF was Anan

FalseProphet1:
I see this man stealing over 100bn naira in his first 30 days in office.

This I have seen.

You just said My mind. Tell me what 10k will do for you and i promise to help you

Sonofgod1990:
You just said My mind. Tell me what 10k will do for you and i promise to help you

😂

Great100000:
Source: https://punchng.com/new-accountant-general-assumes-office-calls-for-unity/

His turn to take share of national cake is forming motivational speaker

Medianna:
I don’t think one of the former AGoF was Anan

Ohhhh...... ANAN is that not seen as a substandard accounting qualification?

Kog45:
Haha wahala dey o.....bla bla tribalico....no sensible people moves anymore on tribal rants by tribal warriors here again,una sabi una self,so continue enjoying fake mojo of supremacy on tribal lines

How to know a fool. Nigeria is about tribes and religion. Know it and have peace

Make una dey deceive unaselves 😂😂😂

People when stepping into various offices either professional or political have said things but ended up doing the opposite

😂

atiku4President:
"If I fail, every single one of you here has failed..."

If you fail, you fail alone. That's how they talk, but by the time he starts appointing SAs and TAs, you will be hearing Jide, Tolu, Bayo etc.
Let's stop this suger- coating of words. We know how it's done. You, your people and your tribe alone.
But don't forget, when you were in UNN, no knowledge was hidden from you cos you are a Yoruba man. You were given the grades you merited. Now it's time for you to be in charge. Let's see how you will drive the vehicle.

University of Nigeria is built with cocoa money from southwest, so I don't know what your entitlement is?

Imagine na you the open cake before anybody omo signature is bae.

FalseProphet1:
I see this man stealing over 100bn naira in his first 30 days in office.

This I have seen.

As your name implies its false
You see nothing

Sonofgod1990:
You just said My mind. Tell me what 10k will do for you and i promise to help you

I'll use it to do God's work.

This I have seen.

UNITY FOR MONEY.

This regime really betrayed the rest of the the south.

How can there ever be unity when u leaders continue to divide and rule us?
All these talk talk talk

Congratulations to him,

And his family. 🎊🎉

Oakenshield:
Imagine na you the open cake before anybody omo signature is bae.

His generation will be really proud of him.

And grateful at that. 🥴

chidooh1:
This regime really betrayed the rest of the the south.

Would have said the operative word is fooled not betrayed, but a lot of discerning southerners saw this coming and aren’t in the least bit surprised!

FalseProphet1:
I see this man stealing over 100bn naira in his first 30 days in office.

This I have seen.

Leave guyman alone
Him dey talk like say him no go steal

Oakenshield:
Imagine na you the open cake before anybody omo signature is bae.

Omo this job sweet die abeg
Na you go open pot, turn tell all 36 states and 774 LGAs wetin dey sup inside pot

Omo if na me, 20 laps go lost before sharing go start.

After sharing I go still follow lick wuna stew. After all state governors dey still collect from LGAs allocation

We die there

Yoruba musleem.. food dan done..