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Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo (born 24 June 1980) is a prominent Nigerian engineer, businessman, philanthropist and politician. He is the current Minister of Interior of Nigeria, whose work has been praised in the media.
From 2019 to 2023, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo was a member of the House of Representatives, representing Akoko North East/Akoko North West Federal Constituency in Ondo State.
Federal Minister of Interior of Nigeria
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| First and last name: | Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo |
| Stage Name: | Tunji-Ojo |
| Born: | May 1, 1982 (age 42) |
| Place of birth: | Oyin Akoko, Ondo, Nigeria |
| State of origin: | Ondo State |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Education: | Do not have |
| Height: | 1.58 minutes |
| Parents: | Mr. and Mrs. Ojo |
| Siblings: | Do not have |
| Couple: | Abimbola Tunji-Ojo |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Do not have |
| Children: | 2 |
| Job: | Politician • Businessman |
| Net asset value: | 1 million dollars |
Early life and education
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, a versatile Nigerian public figure, was born on 24 June 1980 in Oyin Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria. From 1987 to 1990, he attended Ansarudeen Primary School in Oyin Akoko.
Then he moved to Hakda International School in Kaduna, where he studied from 1990 to 1992.
In 1993, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo graduated from the school. Primary School in Akure. The identities of his parents are not known to the media; however, his father’s name is Mr. Ojo, while his mother’s name is Mrs. Ojo. There is no information regarding his siblings.
Career
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo had a successful business and management career before entering politics. He became CEO of Matrix IT Solutions Company Limiteda leading IT consultancy firm in Nigeria, at the age of 24. He also holds a certificate in ethical hacking and countermeasures, proving his skills in the field.
In 2019, Tunji-Ojo won a seat in the Nigerian House of Representatives as a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He proudly represented the Akoko North East/Akoko North West Federal Constituency in Ondo State.
During his first term, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo served as chairman of the House Committee responsible for overseeing the development initiatives of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).
After his re-election in 2023, Tunji-Ojo secured his seat in the House of Representatives. However, President Bola Tinubu later selected him as the Minister of Internal Affairs. On August 21, 2023, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo was officially sworn in as the new Minister.
All 204,332 pending passport applications have been cleared by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) following a directive from the Minister of Interior, His Excellency Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. The NIS confirmed this on October 3, 2023.
Social Media
- Twitter: @BTOofficial
- Instagram: @official_bto
Personal life
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, 42, a resident of Ondo State, is happily married to Abimbola Tunji-Ojo, who also hails from the same area.
As a loving couple, they have been blessed with the joy of parenthood and are proud parents of two wonderful children.
Net asset value
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, a prominent and successful figure in business and politics, has an estimated net worth of $1 million.
Throughout his illustrious career, he has demonstrated exceptional business skills and has become known for holding many notable roles in both the public and private sectors.
With a reputation as a brilliant leader, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo continues to make strides in both fields, leaving an indelible mark on the industries in which he operates.
