The Nigerian government, represented by Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, attributes Bobrisky’s prison saga to institutional issues within Nigeria’s correctional system. Allegations of bribery and preferential treatment in prison sparked investigations, leading to suspensions of senior...
Nigeria's Interior Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has invited Fisayo Soyombo, founder of the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), for a roundtable discussion on prison reforms. This follows Soyombo's undercover investigation revealing corruption in Nigerian prisons, highlighting the...
The Federal Government reveals plans to relocate Ikoyi Prison and other correctional centers away from urban areas due to encroachment concerns. The Minister of Interior emphasizes challenges posed by urbanization and underscores the need for buffer zones. Inmate audit and facility renovation...
Minister Tunji-Ojo announces the launch of passport home delivery in June, revolutionizing Nigerian immigration services. With initial rollout in key cities and provisions for diaspora services, citizens can expect convenience and efficiency. Additionally, a state-of-the-art data center ensures...
In a recent investigation by FIJ, it has been uncovered that Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, has engaged over 50 influencers to promote his image on social media. This strategic move comes in the wake of a contract scandal involving Tunji-Ojo's company, stirring public...
Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo is set to face the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) regarding his alleged involvement in a N438 million contract awarded to New Planet Projects, a company he co-founded. Leaked documents suggest the funds were designated as "consultancy fees" from the Ministry of...
A rediscovered video shows Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo seemingly pleading with then-NDDC minister Godswill Akpabio to "OFF THE MIC," unveiling a deeper layer of corruption in Nigeria. The resurfaced footage triggers public outcry, highlighting ongoing concerns about corruption and...
In the wake of the suspension of Minister Betta Edu over corruption allegations, Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has stepped forward to address the swirling controversy surrounding an alleged N438.1 million consultancy contract between New Planet Project Limited and the Ministry of...
Nigeria's Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji Ojo, has announced plans to pay the fines of over 4,000 inmates, totaling more than five hundred million naira, to secure their release and alleviate prison congestion. The minister's actions come as part of a broader effort to address the issue...
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