The judgment, delivered on Monday, follows a prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), which presented evidence linking Nwabuoku to the embezzlement of public funds during his tenure as Director of Finance and Accounts at the Ministry of Defence between 2019 and 2021.

Nwabuoku faced a nine-count amended charge, including conspiracy, money laundering, and conversion of public funds. The court, however, granted bail in the sum of ₦500 million with two sureties in like sum.

Appointed Acting Accountant‑General in May 2022, Nwabuoku was removed from the position weeks later amid ongoing investigations. The case highlights Nigeria’s intensified crackdown on corruption within the public sector.

The EFCC has said the conviction sends a strong signal that mismanagement and embezzlement of public funds will no longer be tolerated.

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His appointment, approved on Tuesday, takes effect from March 7, 2025, the same day the incumbent, Oluwatoyin Madehin, will retire.

Ogunjimi, 57, was first named as Madehin’s successor last December.

A selection committee later chose him through a competitive, rigorous, and merit-based process involving Directors of Accounts in the Federal Civil Service.

The committee conducted the process through three stages: a written assessment, an ICT proficiency test, and oral interviews.

A statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday said the selection process underscored Tinubu’s commitment to promoting transparency, excellence, and competence in key public service positions.

Who is Shamsedeen Babatunde Ogunjimi?

Ogunjimi graduated from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy.

He also obtained a Master’s in Accounting and Finance from the University of Lagos.

He is a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria.

Onanuga said in the statement: “President Tinubu congratulates Ogunjimi on his appointment and urges him to discharge his duties in the service of Nigeria with integrity, professionalism, and dedication to Nigeria’s service.”

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