MRS. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), on Tuesday applauded the Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation-Americas (NiDOA) for advancing the common interest of compatriots living abroad.
Dabiri-Erewa praised the leadership of NiDOA in a virtual address during the NiDOA 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Conference with the theme: “New Nigeria: Fresh Progress, Vision of United NiDO” held in the U.S.
She praised the leadership of NiDOA for the efforts it has been investing to foster unity among Nigerians living abroad.
“Amidst challenges NiDO faced at the last AGM, a lot has been achieved in one year.
“We want NiDOA to continue to set the pace for advancing unity among Nigerians living abroad.
“So we look forward to working with you and encouraging all of you.
“We lend our voice to some issues and challenges Nigeria is experiencing, and to see how we can ensure we have stronger organisations that are ready to contribute meaningfully to nation-building.
“In moving the nation forward we should be setting the pace for other countries and regions.
“The consulate is ready to support NiDOA in achieving its set objectives.
“We can work closely together to set the standard for other countries across the world, which is one thing I look forward to achieving,” Egopija said.
Ubani who is also the Coordinating Chairman of NiDO Worldwide promised to build on the gains the organisation has so far achieved.
“We are forging ahead and forming a new path to rebrand, and take NiDO to greater heights.
“We can do that by being patriotic and working together to ensure national growth.
“I call on everyone to collaborate with us so that we can realise the desired goals we have set.
“Let us see what we can do by coming together as Nigerians to move our country forward,” Ubani said.
