Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has revealed that 170 foreign nationals have applied for Nigerian citizenship.
Tunji-Ojo made the disclosure on his X handle after presiding over a meeting of the newly constituted Citizenship Advisory Committee in Abuja.
The committee, tasked with reviewing and recommending citizenship applications for President Bola Tinubu’s approval, includes representatives from the Ministries of Justice and Foreign Affairs, the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS).
The minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining transparency and integrity in the process, stressing that Nigerian citizenship remains a highly valued privilege.
“Citizenship of the biggest black nation on earth is a valuable asset that requires careful consideration,” Tunji-Ojo stated. “We will prioritise integrity and proven character above all else.”
He added that under President Tinubu’s leadership, the government would continue working to make Nigeria “a prosperous nation and a destination of interest for all.”
