President Tinubu Celebrates Interior Minister, Hon. (Dr.) Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on His Birthday

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has felicitates the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on his birthday, commending his growing influence in driving reforms across Nigeria’s internal security and administrative architecture.

In a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, the President underscored the Minister’s reform-driven approach and firm alignment with the administration’s governance priorities, noting that his leadership continues to strengthen efforts toward a more efficient, accountable, and responsive system.

President Tinubu expressed confidence in Tunji-Ojo’s ability to sustain the momentum of ongoing institutional improvements, while wishing him continued strength, good health, and greater accomplishments in service to the nation.

The statement reads:

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE

PRESIDENT TINUBU CELEBRATES DR. OLUBUNMI TUNJI-OJO ON HIS BIRTHDAY

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extends birthday wishes and warm congratulations to the Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on the occasion of his birthday today, May 1, 2026.

The President joins family, friends, associates, and well-wishers in celebrating a public servant whose years in office have been defined by focus, discipline, and a clear sense of responsibility to the Nigerian people.

President Tinubu acknowledges Dr Tunji-Ojo’s contributions to public service, particularly his work in advancing reforms within the Ministry of Interior.

He observes that the Minister has approached his responsibilities with urgency and a firm commitment to improving institutional processes, strengthening inter-agency coordination, and ensuring that government services are delivered with greater efficiency and accountability.

The President recognises the ongoing efforts under the Ministry to modernise key operations, including immigration services, correctional administration, and border management systems. He affirms that these reforms are central to the administration’s broader objective of building a secure, orderly, and well-regulated internal environment that supports national development.

He adds that sustained reform within the Ministry is critical not only to improving service delivery but also to restoring public trust in government institutions, noting that confidence in systems is built through consistency, transparency, and results.

President Tinubu commends the Minister’s loyalty, work ethic, and alignment with the vision of the Renewed Hope Agenda, noting that his contributions continue to support the administration’s drive to deliver tangible outcomes for Nigerians.

The President prays that Almighty God will grant Dr Tunji-Ojo many more years in good health, strength, and continued service to the nation.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)
May 1, 2026