Table of Contents
- Biography
- Early Life & Education
- Career
- Social Media
- Personal Life
- Net Worth
Biography
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo (born June 24, 1980) is a renowned Nigerian engineer, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and politician. He is Nigeria’s current interior minister, whose work has been praised across the media.
From 2019 until 2023, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo was a member of the House of Representatives, representing the Akoko North East/Akoko North-West Federal Constituency in Ondo State.
FACTS & ABOUT DATA
- Full Name: Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo
- Stage Name: Tunji-Ojo
- Born: 1 May 1982 (age 41 years old)
- Place of Birth: Oyin Akoko, Ondo, Nigeria
- State Of Origin: Ondo State
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Education: N/A
- Height: 1.58 m
- Parents: Mr. & Mrs. Ojo
- Siblings: N/A
- Spouse: Abimbola Tunji-Ojo
- Girlfriend • Partner: N/A
- Children: 2
- Occupation: Politician • Businessman
- Net Worth: $1 million
Early Life & Education
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the multifaceted Nigerian public figure, was born on June 24, 1980, in Oyin Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria. From 1987 until 1990, he attended Ansarudeen Primary School in Oyin Akoko.
He then transferred to Hakda International School in Kaduna, where he studied from 1990 to 1992.
In 1993, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo graduated from Universal Primary School in Akure. His parents’ identities are unknown to the media; however, His father is named Mr. Ojo, while his mother is Mrs. Ojo. There is no information regarding his siblings.
Career
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo had a successful commercial and management career before entering politics. He became the CEO of Matrix IT Solutions Limited, a leading ICT consultancy firm in Nigeria, at the age of 24. He also has a certification in ethical hacking and countermeasures, demonstrating his skill in the subject.
In 2019, Tunji-Ojo won a seat in the House of Representatives of Nigeria as a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He proudly represented the Akoko North East/Akoko North West Federal Constituency in Ondo State.
Throughout his initial term, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo served as the House Committee chairman responsible for overseeing the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) development initiatives.
After winning re-election in 2023, Tunji-Ojo secured his position in the House of Representatives. Nevertheless, President Bola Tinubu later selected him to serve as the Minister of Interior. On August 21, 2023, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo officially took his oath of office.
All 204,332 passport application backlogs have been cleared by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) as per the instructions of the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. The NIS confirmed this on October 3, 2023.
Social Media
- Twitter: @BTOofficial
- Instagram: @official_bto
Personal Life
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, is a resident of Ondo State, is happily married to Abimbola Tunji-Ojo, who also originates from the same region.
As a loving couple, they have been blessed with the joy of parenthood and are proud parents of two wonderful children.
Net Worth
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, a distinguished and accomplished figure in business and politics, boasts an estimated net worth of approximately $1 million.
Throughout his illustrious career, he has demonstrated exceptional entrepreneurial skills and garnered prominence by serving in various noteworthy roles within the public and private arenas.
With a sterling reputation as a proficient leader, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo continues to make strides in both sectors, leaving an indelible mark on the industries in which he operates.