The Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Thursday 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.
The Honourable Minister welcomed the delegation and commended the Conference for its proactive approach to partnership and nation-building. He reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to fostering strong institutional relationships with sub-national legislatures as key stakeholders in governance.
Dr. Tunji-Ojo noted that sustainable reforms in internal security and civic administration require strong synergy between federal and state institutions. 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.
The Minister further 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.
Earlier, speaking on behalf of the delegation, Rt. Hon. Guwor congratulated the Honourable 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. He emphasized 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 impact citizens.
The Chairman highlighted the importance of strengthening the existing relationship between the Conference and the Ministry, particularly in areas that promote national cohesion, strengthen the nation’s security architecture, and enhance efficient public service delivery. He affirmed the readiness of State Houses of Assembly to provide legislative support in advancing the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The visit underscored the shared commitment of the Ministry of Interior and the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures to deepening institutional collaboration in advancing effective governance, strengthening internal security, and improving service delivery across the country.
The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to sustained engagement, strategic cooperation, and collective responsibility in delivering good governance to Nigerians.
E-Signed
Mrs Mary Ali, anipr
Head, Press and Public Relations
2nd July 2026