Minister reiterates commitment to secure Nigerian borders

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Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has reiterated commitment of the Federal government to secure Nigerian borders for enhanced internal security.

He noted that one of the legacies he would want to be remembered for as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is to firmly secure Nigerian borders.

The Minister stated this when the Chief Commissioner of Public Complaints Commission Hon. Ambimbola Ayo Yussuf and his state Commissioners paid him a courtesy visit in his office, Abuja, a statement by the Head, Press and Public Relations Unit, Ministry of Interior, Afonja Ajibola Fatai said on Wednesday in Abuja.

Tunji-Ojo said; “I don’t want to be remembered as the Minister that solve passport problem, but Minister that helped the President to secure borders in Nigeria, that is legacy”.

He also lamented the neglect of the Nigerian border communities, saying there would be deliberate plans by the current administration to make sure they feel they are part of Nigeria, by providing them with necessary infrastructures and other essential services, to improve their wellbeing.

He pledged not to disappoint Nigerians and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu who appointed him as the Minister of Federal Republic of Nigeria.

“I am committed not to fail Nigerians, It takes lots of confidence, courage and determinations,” he said.

The Minister commended the Chief Commissioner, Yussuf, for his leadership in the Commission, he said “You cannot give what you don’t have, you only give what you have”.

He stated that Public Complaints Commission is Known for integrity of government institutions as such all government MDAs should partner with the institution (PCC).

According to Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo who revealed importance of feedback in workforce, said, “I like criticism, but not destructive criticism, when you criticize in the aim of making the system better, the other person will not just be a winner, but winner for Nigerian as a country”.

Earlier, the Chief Commissioner of Public Complaints Commission, Hon. Abimbola Ayo Yussuf, congratulated the Minister on his appointment, he described him as an exceptional leader who is dedicated and committed to the service of the nation.

The Chief Commissioner said the purpose of the visit to the Ministry of Interior was to collaborate to eliminate passport queues in Nigeria.

He further stated; “It is in this capacity that the Commission wishes to partner and collaborate with you in your efforts and commitment to steer the Ministry to greatness, under your watch.

“It is hoped that the relationship between your Organization and the commission will be fruitful for the benefits of all Nigerians,” he said.

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