Tunji-Ojo meets Assembly Speakers, seeks stronger Federal-State ties

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Tunji-Ojo

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By Omeiza Ajayi

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ABUJA: Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has reaffirmed his commitment to fostering stronger institutional relationships with sub-national legislatures as key stakeholders in governance.

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The minister made the pledge on Thursday when he received the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, led by its Chairman and Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, on a courtesy visit to the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja.

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Head, Press and Public Relations in the Ministry, Mrs Mary Ali, said the minister commended the Conference for its proactive approach to partnership and nation-building, noting that sustainable reforms in internal security and civic administration require strong synergy between federal and state institutions.

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He assured the delegation that its requests and proposed areas of collaboration would receive due consideration within the framework of existing policies and national priorities, and reiterated the Ministry’s resolve to continue implementing people-centred reforms aimed at enhancing national security, improving border management, and strengthening the integrity of Nigeria’s internal governance systems.

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Speaking on behalf of the delegation, Guwor congratulated the Minister on his leadership and reform-driven initiatives at the Ministry, noting that his performance reflects the confidence reposed in him by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

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He emphasised that the Conference of Speakers, as representatives of sub-national legislatures closest to the grassroots, remains a critical partner in supporting policies and reforms that directly affect citizens.

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The Chairman noted the importance of strengthening the existing relationship between the Conference and the Ministry, particularly in areas that promote national cohesion, strengthen the country’s security architecture, and enhance efficient public service delivery.

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He affirmed the readiness of State Houses of Assembly to provide legislative support in advancing the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

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