Tag: Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo
Seven Boko Haram, ISWAP commanders arrested returning from Mecca at Katsina Airport
Tunji-Ojo said the breakthrough became possible following the integration of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) database with the Nigeria…
176 retired Immigration Comptrollers sue Minister, others over alleged withheld entitlements
The 176 claimants, led by Abalaka-Betty Ajuma, through their lawyer, Maroof Giwa stated that by the condition of service of…
Tinubu employs 50 doctors, 100 nurses for correctional centres
According to him, the equipment in some of the correctional centres, like Kuje, can offer major surgery.
Nigerian govt. declares Dec 25, 26 & Jan 1 public holidays
“The Christmas season and the New Year presents an opportunity for Nigerians to strengthen the bonds of unity, show compassion…
Revealed: Number of foreigners applying to become Nigerians
Olubunmi said the Citizenship Advisory Committee was responsible for reviewing and recommending citizenship applications for President Bola Tinubu’s approval.
Tunji-Ojo excited as NIS ends decentralised passport production after 62 years
He explained that old machines could only produce 250 to 300 passports daily, but the new system had a capacity…
FG declares Tuesday public holiday for Buhari
He added that the holiday was a show of respect for the late President’s service to the nation, his contributions…
E-visa: FG processes 14,000 applications in six weeks – Tunji-Ojo
He also revealed that the electronic Combined Expatriate Residence Permit and Aliens Card (e-CERPAC) and the electronic Temporary Work Permit…
Nigeria set to launch groundbreaking e-Visa, digital cards
The announcement has already sent ripples through the security and travel sectors, with many speculating about the profound implications for…
Border control: Nigeria seeks collaboration of Sahel, West African countries
The summit provided a platform for international collaboration on migration policies, security threats and strategies to combat illegal immigration activities.
How all escaped inmates of Kogi will be recaptured – Tunji-Ojo
He said, “We are on top of the situation. Our men are on ground in Kogi, and I have ordered…
FG made N2.4bn from marriages in 2024 – Interior Minister
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo also said the FG through the Nigeria Immigration Service, deported 828 foreigners to their various countries in 2024.
NGO lauds interior minister for improved internal security
This is also coupled with strategic effort to reduce the emergency response time of the Service to below 15 minutes…
Democracy Day: FG declares Wednesday public holiday
“The minister also called on Nigerians and friends of Nigeria to appreciate the progress that has been made, and look…
Why FG may relocate some prisons – Interior Minister
“Look at Ikoyi Correctional Centre sharing a fence with (another house). What’s (a) correctional centre doing in Ikoyi? This administration…