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170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by OgundeleTeju(op): 2:15pm On Oct 28, 2025

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, says the Federal Government is currently reviewing citizenship applications from 170 foreign nationals.

The minister announced this on X (formerly Twitter) through his handle, @OlubunmiTunjiOjo, on Monday night.

Tunji-Ojo said the Citizenship Advisory Committee was responsible for reviewing and recommending citizenship applications for President Bola Tinubu’s approval.

He wrote, “We understand that the exercise is a test of our integrity as leaders and we will ensure to uphold the trust placed on us by the nation

Citizenship of the biggest black nation on earth is a valuable asset that requires careful consideration.

We hereby assure Nigerians that we will prioritise integrity and proven character above all else.”

The minister stated that the committee comprised top officials from key government bodies, including the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Department of State Services, and the Nigeria Immigration Service.

“Our government, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will continue to do everything to make our beloved country a prosperous nation and a destination of interest for all,” he added.

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by Amotolongbo(f): 2:24pm On Oct 28, 2025

Please sir, can we know the nationalities of the applicants? 😂

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by thisisit: 2:25pm On Oct 28, 2025

MEANWHILE 17,000 NIGERIANS HAVE APPLIED FOR CANADIAN CITIZENSHIP

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by PHfinest(m): 2:57pm On Oct 28, 2025

Hehehe, e no go pass people from Afghanistan, Sudan and Palestine.

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by Lickinsidetoto3: 2:57pm On Oct 28, 2025

He tried to help but the country is not helping... this fct minister no sabi him work... I wish Buhari can make him the vice president in the 2026 presidential election undecided

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by Fekumzi123: 2:57pm On Oct 28, 2025

Amotolongbo:
Please sir, can we know the nationalities of the applicants? 😂

Well, not bad if the nationalities are revealed.
Nevertheless, others may value your country even though you don't value it.

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by ObasaHF: 2:57pm On Oct 28, 2025

Very shameful figure as compared to Nigerians applying for foreign citizenship or just asylum.

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by Shawarmagirl: 2:57pm On Oct 28, 2025

More than 22,000 has applied for British citizenship because of the failed system of Nigeria.

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by ntyce(m): 2:58pm On Oct 28, 2025

Amotolongbo:
Please sir, can we know the nationalities of the applicants? 😂

Could be any.

Most are businessmen who would prefer having a Nigerian passport than applying for visa anytime they need to come over.
It's not a flex for them rather a business tool

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by UkoAnnang(m): 2:58pm On Oct 28, 2025

APC alias Liar ~~Mohammed~~ industry
Where lying is an occupation

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by Shawarmagirl: 2:59pm On Oct 28, 2025

Amotolongbo:
Please sir, can we know the nationalities of the applicants? 😂

Are you joking or what? Who else if not Pakistan, Iran, Iraq and other Muslims country.

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by omowolewa: 3:05pm On Oct 28, 2025

They must have invested much in Nigeria to have staked interest

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by Jagabanbogu: 3:06pm On Oct 28, 2025

Inside that 170 people

50 are from Niger

45 from Sudan

5 from Lebanon

15 from India

20 from Ghana

20 from China

5 from Cotonou

10 from mali

All these people combined no reach one single USA citizen seeking citizenship

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by hotseat: 3:07pm On Oct 28, 2025

This must be "fake" news!

How can a whole 170 foreigners apply for citizenship of a supposed "zoo" according to our blodas?

Gold is sold only to those who know its value!

Only a foolish child mocks or insults his father.

@hotseat

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by OluwaBlessyn: 3:09pm On Oct 28, 2025

Make e sha no be people wey wan milk the remaining resources wey Naija dey try manage

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by kgr8mike(m): 3:11pm On Oct 28, 2025

Only 170? How I wish this is the time of slave trade. If you see the number of Nigerians that will say: 'here I am take me' you go run.

Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by alphaconde(m): 3:12pm On Oct 28, 2025

as against the 1.7m Nigerians seeking for foriegn nationality

ratio 170:1.7m

why do i feel bad for the 170 people

Well they maybe coming to assist our politicians with looting, if not nothing else

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by laivwire(m): 3:13pm On Oct 28, 2025

Is there a written pathway to Nigerian citizenship other than man know man applications? That would be better than all these unnecessary announcements to chase clout.

Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by Goodlady(f): 3:25pm On Oct 28, 2025

Amotolongbo:
Please sir, can we know the nationalities of the applicants? 😂

Necessary very.
Very necessary.

Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by surgical: 3:26pm On Oct 28, 2025

Amotolongbo:
Please sir, can we know the nationalities of the applicants? 😂

normally na Lebanese and Indians now

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Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by Goodlady(f): 3:26pm On Oct 28, 2025

hotseat:
This must be "fake" news!

How can a whole 170 foreigners apply for citizenship of a supposed "zoo" according to our blodas?

Gold is sold only to those who know its value!

Only a foolish child mocks or insults his father.

@hotseat

What's wrong with you naa?
Always see positivity in ya country.

Re: 170 Foreigners Apply For Nigerian Citizenship – Tunji-ojo by Paut(m): 3:28pm On Oct 28, 2025

[quote author=Fekumzi123 post=137272966]Well, not bad if the nationalities are revealed.
Nevertheless, others may value your country even though you don't value it.

Agreed