FG Seeks EU Support For Immigration, Prisons Reforms
The Federal Government has sought the support of the European Union EU to help implement its key reforms for its immigration and correctional services.
Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the request when he played host to the Ambassador of the European Union to Nigeria, Samuela Isopi, in Abuja.
While he pledged to strengthen Nigeria’s relations with the European Union, the Minister stated that the move comes on the heels of his ministry’s intent to implement key reforms in areas of migration and the reformation of Nigeria’s Custodial facilities.
Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the minister, Babatunde Alao who disclosed this in a statement on Saturday said Dr Tunji-Ojo described the relationship with the EU as “historical”, noting that areas of bonding with the ministry’s key reforms include combating irregular migration, unearthing organized crimes, and upholding the rule of law. According to the minister, the EU could support the country in deploying technology to buffer zones and enhance border management architecture within the country.
