The Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, has called upon senior public servants throughout Africa to adopt actionable reforms and enhance governance within their institutions.
The minister made this appeal during the graduation ceremony of the AIG Public Leaders Programme, where 69 senior officials from seven African nations received their diplomas.
Minister Tunji-Ojo stressed that Africa’s most valuable resource is its people, asserting that public service leadership should prioritize long-term effects over immediate benefits.
“If we grasp the true essence of service, Africa will have a different narrative to share. Leadership in public service must ensure that decisions are advantageous for future generations,” he stated.
He further noted that addressing inefficiencies in public institutions is crucial for overcoming challenges such as underdevelopment, insecurity, and economic hardships.
Additionally, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede emphasized the critical need for nurturing leaders who are committed to reform.
“The future of Africa hinges on the caliber of leadership within its public institutions. Transforming these institutions requires leaders who possess a profound understanding of systems, accept necessary compromises, and initiate reform from within,” he remarked.