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Tunji-Ojo: The Minister who won’t stop winning!

By Femi Salako

 

If governance had a scoreboard, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo would have led with an unmatchable streak. The Minister of Interior is not just making waves—he’s causing a governance tsunami! After a spectacular run in 2024, where he pushed through ground-breaking reforms and cleared long-standing inefficiencies, 2025 has barely begun, and he’s already rolling out fresh wins.

Forget slow starts—Tunji-Ojo is proving that leadership is a 24/7, all-year-round affair. With the energy of a man on a mission, he is setting new standards for governance and ensuring that Nigeria’s interior ministry remains a model of efficiency, security, and financial accountability.

The answer is a resounding no for those wondering whether the minister would slow down after an impressive 2024! Just a few weeks into the New Year, his ministry’s achievements have already made headlines.

The numbers are staggering: over N6bn generated in 2024 from various services, including expatriate quotas, marriage registrations, citizenship applications, and even places of worship.

Beyond the financial wins, the human impact is massive. In 2023, 32,640 officers across the various agencies under the ministry were promoted—a significant step in boosting morale and efficiency. In 2024, an additional 20,851 officers have already climbed up the ranks. With backlog promotions now a thing of the past, the minister is laser-focused on pushing forward a more structured and rewarding system for the workforce.

Under Tunji-Ojo’s leadership, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and the Federal Fire Service (FFS) have become critical pillars of national security.

From combating terrorism and kidnapping to safeguarding farmers and miners—crucial to food security and the economy—his ministry has become a key player in Nigeria’s security framework.

But the reforms don’t stop there. Border security and immigration control have undergone a high-tech transformation. Through President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Nigeria’s passport system has been revamped, eliminating the embarrassing era of travellers being flagged for verification.

“We should be proud that we are Nigerians because we now carry the best quality of international passports,” Tunji-Ojo declared confidently.

And let’s talk about recruitment! Over 10,783 new officers have been brought into NIS, NSCDC, and FFS since 2023, ensuring these agencies have the manpower to deliver on their mandates effectively. In an even more progressive move, the Federal Fire Service’s latest recruitment cycle saw over 35 percent female inclusion—a significant win for gender equality in security agencies.

While it’s all about progress and efficiency, Tunji-Ojo has clarified that there is no space for misconduct under his leadership. His ministry has zero tolerance for indiscipline, and several disciplinary cases are currently being addressed. It’s a simple message—if you wear the uniform, you must uphold the values of integrity and excellence.

With barely a month into the New Year, Tunji-Ojo is again proving that he is not here for empty promises—he is here for impact. His leadership is a masterclass in governance, blending innovation, accountability, and reform in a way that keeps Nigeria moving forward.

From record-breaking revenue to ground-breaking reforms, the Minister of Interior has become the gold standard for how a public servant should lead. If 2024 were his victory lap, 2025 would become his grand encore—bigger, better, and bolder.

So, if you thought the Tunji-Ojo era had peaked, think again. This is just the beginning!

 

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