FG To Integrate Advanced Technology For Enhanced Efficiency, Accountability Across National Operations ..... State-Of-The-Art Data Center Set For Launch

"The Federal Government would not condone illegal migration and that Nigerians attempting to emigrate through unlawful means, will be made to face the  consequences of their actions." Tunji-Ojo

A state-of-the-art data centre capable of storing up to 1.4 petabytes of data, will come into play before 29 May 2024. This data centre will house a comprehensive range of critical national information, including citizens' bio-data.

This was the disclosure by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo at a meeting with a delegation of the National Union of Nigerian Associations in Italy (NUNAI) led by its President, Chief Rowland Ndukuba at his office in Abuja on Monday, 20 May 2024.

The Minister, while emphasising the importance of embracing technology and innovation, stressed that modern challenges require novel, cutting-edge technological solutions. He added that integrating advanced technology would enhance efficiency and accountability across national operations.

In response to the requests of NUNAI for intervention, collaboration, and the establishment of passport front offices, Dr. Tunji-Ojo assured that these requests would be carefully reviewed and that appropriate information would be communicated in due course.

Furthermore, the Minister made it clear that the Federal Government would not condone illegal migration and that Nigerians attempting to emigrate through unlawful means, will be made to face the  consequences of their actions.

Dr. Tunji-Ojo also assured the NUNAI delegation that the well-being of Nigerians in Italy is a priority and that the Ministry of Interior will explore collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to support stranded Nigerians abroad. 

Earlier, the President of NUNAI, Chief Rowland Ndukuba, expressed gratitude fo the Ministry's efforts in addressing the challenges faced by Nigerians in Italy. He urged the Minister and the Ministry to continue collaborative efforts to assist stranded Nigerians in Italy.

This was contained in a statement issued and signed by Ozoya Imohimi, Director Information and Public Relations of the Federal Ministry of Interior.