Honouring a Visionary Leader: A Birthday Tribute to Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.

Honouring a Visionary Leader: A Birthday Tribute to Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.

By: BTO Ambassadors: The Progressive Vanguard Group.

Social critics, public affair analysts, economic theorists, political commentators, and footloose Nigerians have ingloriously stirred the hornet by unpatriotically equating Nigeria to all things evil, backward, brutish, and unfortunate. You will hear them echoing –“may Nigeria not happen to you.” No matter how hard they tried to sound and look original, in their borrowed garments, by their fruits we have known them, that they are agents of disorderliness, and are hell-bent on bringing down the whole house, wanting to undo the honest works and tireless efforts of those readily available and willing to revamp our economy and retool the socio-economic viability of Nigeria.

 

After the metamorphosis of what becomes the All Progressive Congress, APC, was the “Change” mantra in which the APC rode into power in 2015. Intellectual bandits (in the guise of activists) and serial wailers went to town, inciting unsuspecting public, the blind blindfolding the gullible not to see anything to have changed in the eight years of Muhammadu Buhari's democratic dispensation. This is the height of notoriety those suffering from bellyaching of self-righteousness could repulsively attain. Pessimists don’t see anything good in whatever their fellow imperfect human being does.

 

Political dramatis personae from differing party scope and size recruit vulnerable citizens to undermine the government of the day because their trophy-less aspirations hit the brick wall. So, being embittered, they regrouped and redoubled their onslaught trying to destabilize the present administration. Wreaking wanton havoc left, right, and center. They went as far as bringing into the country foreign militia elements. These terror urchins slaughtered people mercilessly and dashed the hopes of innocent young and old alike.

 

But, regardless of their resentment and scandals, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains unfazed. Like John Maxwell said: “A man who wants to lead the orchestra must turn his back to the crowd.” This is because the “emilokan of Africa” came to power well-prepared with a visionary mindset and a strong determination to lead. And that is the true hallmark of decisive and well-intentioned leadership. A purposeful leadership arises out of a courageous stance, convincing boldness, and audacity of hope.

 

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been running with his vision statement of Renewed Hope Agenda and doing things differently from business as usual. He is forcefully blowing the certain whistle that the hopes of Nigerians need to be renewed for the now and posterity. Evidence-based results in infrastructural development, economic sustainability, enduring legacies in the education sector, and progressive rebirth in all sectors in PBAT’s time have attracted international acclaim, even though wailers and traducers want us to believe that he is only picking teeth in the Aso Rock.

 

One of the greatest acid tests of a leader is the people he surrounds himself with in the pursuit of a restorative goal. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a gifted builder and strategic leader. When he appointed his cabinet members, the Jagaban Borgu was widely given credit for having an eagle's eye. This is because of the roll call of men and women of heavyweight personages he chose. One of the cabinet member he gave a nod for his appointment is the former Okeagbe Akoko born parliamentarian – Hon. (Dr.) Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who represented Akoko North East/Akoko North West Federal Constituency in the 9th Assembly and for a brief time in the 10th Assembly.

 

Initially canonized for the Marine and Blue Economy, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo was later re-appointed as Minister of Interior of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Interestingly, Hon. Tunji-Ojo set the ball rolling in sync with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The coming of Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo to the Ministry of Interior is a blessing in disguise. Why? Because he came with a Midas touch, and whatever he touches transforms into golden footprints.

 

In less than one year of assuming office, Dr. Tunji-Ojo has breathed life and excellence into the Ministry. He became the legitimate “weapon” fashioned against the Ministry of Interior, and obviously, the ministry is prospering. He is dutifully rejigging the Ministry, leaving no stone unturned. He has proven his mettle in leading and demonstrated his energy and charm as a result-driven individual. Without mincing words, Dr. Tunji-Ojo is the jewel of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Federal Executive Council and a diamond in the skyline to behold in the present administration of PBAT’s Presidency. Wouldn’t you wonder who this man, BTO, is?

 

To the best of his strength and inspiration, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo is doing commendably well. He is, however, leveling up the game on the shoulders of his predecessors who had broken the ground for his ingenious exploits. It is to his credit that Nigeria has earned a golden spot in the international communities as a fast-growing economy and has once more put the country in the front burner as a truly giant of Africa now that President Bola Tinubu is leading the most populous African country. It is to the future benefits of our children’s children and Nigeria that Hon. Bunmi Tunji-Ojo has been a part of our collective journey during this time of national rebirth.

 

In sum, as this year’s Workers’ Day coincides with Hon. Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo’s birthday anniversary, we the Progressive Vanguard: the BTO Ambassadors warmly celebrates the Nigerian Workers as the lifeblood of the totality of the Nigerian Labour Workforce.

 

And, do also, merrily rejoice with our humane boss, compassionate leader and graceful benefactor — the Honourable Minister of Interior on the occasion of his birthday. Sir, we heartily wish for you longer life and stronger health as you remains steadfast in your service to the Federal Republic of Nigeria with your intellect and wealth of experience as a cosmopolitan and cherished patriot.

 

As the kites appear yearly, so shall you be vibrantly and handsomely seen. Amen. May the new trip around the sun be more blissful and enchanting!

 

Congratulations, Boss! Happy birthday, Sir!

 

BTO AMBASSADORS: THE PROGRESSIVE VANGUARD GROUP.

1/05/2025