By: Sunday Ameh
The Federal Government has commenced the review of 170 applications from foreigners seeking Nigerian citizenship.
Minister of Interior, Hon. Bunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed this on Monday after chairing a meeting of the Citizenship Advisory Committee, which is tasked with assessing and recommending qualified applicants for presidential approval.
According to Tunji-Ojo, the committee comprises senior officials from key government institutions, including the Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS).
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining the integrity of the citizenship process, emphasizing that each application would be evaluated on the basis of character, integrity, and contribution to national development.
“Our promise stands. Our government under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) will continue to do everything to make our beloved country a prosperous nation and a destination of interest for all,” Tunji-Ojo stated.
He added that citizenship of “the biggest black nation on earth” is a valuable privilege that must be granted with utmost diligence and responsibility.
Tunji-Ojo assured Nigerians that the review process would remain transparent, fair, and guided by national interest.
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