MEET THE GROUNDBREAKING MINISTER IN TINUBU'S CABINET

Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo (BTO) is widely recognized as a standout performer in Nigeria's current administration. Since his appointment as Minister of Interior in 2023, he has driven rapid, technology-led reforms that have modernized operations, strengthened national security, and improved citizen services.

Key Achievements

Passport & Digital Reforms Backlog Clearance: he cleared a backlog of over 204,000 passports and 50,000 new applications within three weeks of taking office.

Automation: Launched a contactless passport automation system and installed e-Gates at international airports (e.g., Abuja) to expedite passenger clearance.

 Centralization: Consolidated passport production from 96 decentralized locations into a single, secure center to boost efficiency and curb fraud.

Correctional Service & Security

 Inmate Decongestion: Raised over N585 million through private-sector partnerships to pay fines for over 4,000 inmates jailed for petty crimes, decongesting custodial centers.

Infrastructure: Initiated the modernization of custodial centers, including the Kuje Medium Security Centre.

 Border Control: Introduced the "Smart Border" solution and the Advanced Passenger Information System (APIS) for real-time data analysis to curb illegal crossings.

Visa Reforms: Launched an E-Visa program, reducing processing times by 50%, and implemented measures to curb visa overstays.

Welfare & Community

 Personnel: Boosted morale by promoting over 50,000 paramilitary officers across the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Correctional Service (NCoS), Civil Defence (NSCDC), and Federal Fire Service.

Constituency: Facilitated road rehabilitation and donated vehicles to traditional institutions in the Akoko North East/North West Federal Constituency.

 ACE AWARD 

His transformative leadership has earned him multiple accolades, including the prestigious ACE Award (Achievement, Community & Excellence) , honoring his outstanding performance and impact both at home and in the diaspora. In 2024, he was also named "Man of the Year" at The Guardian Awards.