New South Wales Government in Australia has appointed Bola Oyetunji, a Nigerian-born professional, as the forthcoming Auditor-General.
Premier Chris Minns confirmed the decision, with Oyetunji scheduled to assume office in April, succeeding the current Auditor-General, Margaret Crawford.
The appointment of Oyetunji was made following a thorough merit-based recruitment process. Oyetunji brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously served as the Group Executive Director of Financial Statements Audit Service Group and Group Head of Systems Assurance and Data Analytics Group at the Australian National Audit Office.
His extensive career also includes successful tenures in senior positions at the Audit Office of NSW.
Premier Chris Minns expressed his approval of Oyetunji’s appointment, stating, “I welcome the appointment of Mr Oyetunji as the next Auditor-General of this state.
“His extensive experience across all levels of government will be valued highly in this important role.
“Under Mr Oyetunji, the Audit Office will continue to ensure public money is used to achieve the best outcomes for NSW.
“I’d like to thank outgoing Auditor-General Margaret Crawford PSM for her work over the past eight years, including the many significant reviews conducted by her and her team,” Minns added.
Lauding Oyetunji’s auditing credentials, Treasurer Daniel Mookhey, articulated, “Mr Oyetunji’s credentials in auditing, including his roles at the Australian National Audit Office and Audit Office of NSW, will be invaluable to ensuring public money is properly spent to best serve the people of NSW.
“I’d also like to take this opportunity to thank outgoing Auditor-General Margaret Crawford PSM for her service over the past eight years, working tirelessly to help the Parliament of New South Wales hold governments accountable for their use of public resources.”
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In response to his appointment, Bola Oyetunji expressed gratitude, stating, “Being appointed as the next Auditor-General for NSW is a great honour.
“I am committed to the integrity and independence required of the role of holding government and state agencies accountable for how they govern and use resources under their management. I look forward to serving the NSW Parliament in this capacity,” Oyetunji stressed.
