Di Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, don reveal say di Federal Government of Nigeria record a remarkable ₦2.4 billion in marriage Revenue registrations in 2024.
Di minister talk dis one during a media briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, January 28, and him highlight di growing financial impact of di Ministry of Interior’s activities.
Marriage Revenue: Ministry of Interior Marriage Registry don become big source of revenue for Nigeria
“The Ministry’s marriage registry has become a significant source of revenue,” Tunji-Ojo state.
Him also note say dem see sharp increase in revenue from expatriate quota applications, wey generate over ₦3.2 billion – a 150% increase in di Ministry’s overall revenue.
Di Ministry’s impressive performance in 2023
Di minister also reflect on di Ministry’s impressive performance in 2023, during which income from marriage registrations surpass projections.
By October 31, 2023, di Ministry collect ₦892 million, exceeding its target of ₦380 million by over ₦500 million.
Expatriate quota permits further bolster revenue, bringing in ₦1.195 billion in 2023, nearly doubling di ₦600 million target.
Nigerian Government Earns ₦2.4 Billion in Marriage Revenue in 2024 — Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Ojo pic.twitter.com/GfIH0RlGw6
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Tunji-Ojo attribute di Ministry’s success to enhanced administrative efficiency
Tunji-Ojo attribute di Ministry’s success to enhanced administrative efficiency and strategic reforms, saying, “These figures underscore di success of our policies and di dedication of our staff.”
With its robust financial performance, di Ministry of Interior continue to play a vital role in bolstering Nigeria’s national economy.
Expectations dey high for even greater revenue generation in di years ahead.
