CurrentReport Blog: In a shocking revelation, the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has come under scrutiny for allegedly using a company he founded to secure a federal government contract. The controversy has raised concerns about constitutional breaches and ethical considerations within the government.
According to recent reports from live news channelTV, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo’s company secured a federal government contract worth N438 million. What adds to the controversy is the minister’s claim that he resigned as the director of the company five years ago. This revelation has ignited a debate on the constitutionality of a minister’s involvement in business activities.
The constitutionality of a serving minister engaging in business activities has come under question, and the controversy surrounding Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo’s alleged involvement adds fuel to the fire. According to constitutional norms, a minister is expected to refrain from business engagements to avoid conflicts of interest and ensure unbiased decision-making.
The controversy takes a more significant turn as it involves another government official. Dr. Betta Edu, the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, allegedly claimed that the contracts were awarded to a company owned by Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo defends himself by stating that he resigned from the company in February 2019.
The alleged involvement of government officials in business activities raises concerns about the effectiveness and ethical standards of President Tinubu’s regime. The failure to prevent such conflicts of interest reflects poorly on the administration’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of governance.
