The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, NIDCOM, has expressed sadness over the tragic and senseless death of a Nigerian national, Emeka Christian, in Pune, India. Christian was allegedly beaten to death by two of his compatriots, Chukwudi Okafor, 31, and Samuel Eze, over a romantic dispute in the foreign land. NIDCOM Chairperson, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in a […]
The House of Representatives and the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) on Monday pledged to deepen collaboration and improve diaspora governance through technology-driven engagement. At the maiden Nigerian Stakeholders Engagement on Diaspora Governance held in Abuja, House Committee on Diaspora Chairman Hon. Tochukwu Chinedu Okere said the forum seeks to harmonize policies and institutions for […]
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) and the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) have entered into a strategic partnership to harness the skills and expertise of Nigerians in the diaspora for innovation and technology development in the country. Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Chairman/CEO, NiDCOM, in a strategic meeting with Mr. Khalil Suleiman […]
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) is partnering with the African Cultural Festival (ACF2025) to harness the creativity of the African Diaspora and promote youth and women empowerment on a global stage. The collaboration will take centre stage at the African Diaspora Summit, scheduled for September 19–21 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA, bringing together global leaders, […]
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has commended the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) for its exceptional work in promoting diaspora engagement, describing it as a critical pillar in the implementation of the Federal Government’s “4Ds” agenda (Development, Democracy, Demography and Diaspora). Amb. Tuggar gave the commendation at a strategic working visit […]
The federal government has entered a new partnership with Mother Land Hub, a diaspora-led initiative, to strengthen engagement with Nigerians abroad. The deal was announced at Diaspora Day 2025, held at Aso Rock Villa in Abuja. President Bola Tinubu was represented by George Akume, secretary to the government of the federation, at the event. The […]
President Bola Tinubu has unveiled a new housing platform to enable Nigerians living abroad to buy homes directly in all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The scheme, called the Diaspora Home and Abroad Housing Platform, is a joint initiative of the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) and the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria. […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has commended the official recognition of July 5 as “Ijaw Day” by the City of Houston, Texas, USA, describing it as a proud and historic moment for the Ijaw people, Bayelsa State, and Nigeria at large. According to a statement signed by […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has called on the Nigerian diaspora to actively engage in the country’s ongoing reform efforts. In a recent video message, Dabiri-Erewa highlighted President Bola Tinubu’s introduction of a new executive directive known as the ‘Nigeria First Policy’. The NiDCOM Boss stressed that […]
By Ukpono Ukpong In a significant move to strengthen Nigeria’s migration and diaspora management, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) have reaffirmed their partnership to deepen frameworks that promote safe, orderly, and regular migration, while boosting diaspora engagement. Dimanche Sharon, the newly appointed Chief of Mission of IOM […]
By Ukpono Ukpong A total of 231 Nigerian boys and girls who were trafficked to Ghana have been rescued and facilitated back to the country in a coordinated multi-agency collaboration with Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) facilitating their transpotation back home. The victims, many of whom were lured with false promises of lucrative jobs, were […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has condemned the harsh and inhumane treatment of six Nigerian tourists detained by immigration officials in Cape Verde after they travelled to the Island nation from Senegal on a vacation. This is a statement issued in Abuja, the Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has underscored the role of patriotism in national development, emphasising its significance in fostering unity and progress among Nigerians, both at home and in the diaspora. Speaking as a Special Guest of Honour at the 2025 Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates’ Association […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has urged Nigerians migrating abroad to remain connected to their homeland and contribute to its development. She emphasized that while migration is a personal choice, it should not lead to a complete disconnection from Nigeria. Speaking at a Ramadan Lecture […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has said that Nigeria’s sports sector will experience significant growth if its diaspora potential is fully harnessed. She highlighted the importance of knowledge-sharing, expertise, skills, and investment from Nigerians abroad in living driving sports development in the country. Dabiri-Erewa made this […]
By Ukpono Ukpong The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has called for greater cooperation between the Commission and the Senate Committee on Diaspora and NGOs. She made the appeal during a briefing session with the newly appointed Senate Committee Chairman, Sen. Natasha Akpoti, where she outlined NiDCOM’s activities and […]
By Ukpono Ukpong Chairman/CEO Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has commended Sakinah Medical Outreach (SMO) on its upcoming medical mission, aimed at providing free medical care to underserved Nigerians. In a statement issued by Abdur-Rahman Balogun, spokesperson of the commission, the NiDCOM Boss said “This medical mission is a testament to the […]
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) is to host the 7th Nigeria Diaspora investment summit in Abuja from November 5 to 7, 2024. Revealing this at a press conference in Abuja, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said the Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS) is a consistent key platform for the Nigerian […]
Hon. Dr. Abike Dabiri OON, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has been recognised as the first Nigerian recipient of the esteemed Bridge Builder award by the Diaspora African Forum (DAF) Awards2024 in Ghana. This accolade celebrates her tireless global advocacy for the Diaspora community, marking her significant contributions to fostering peace, inclusivity, […]
By Tom Okpe The House of Representatives has resolved to invite the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar and Chairman of the Nigerian Diaspora Commission, (NIDCOM) Abike Dabiri-Erewa to brief lawmakers on alleged maltreatment of Nigerians in Adis-Ababa, Ethiopia. This is also, to show preventive measures, taken to protect Nigerians and air travelers to […]