The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Dr. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has assured diaspora stakeholders and international investors that Nigeria remains open and conducive for business.
Dabiri-Erewa disclosed this while delivering a keynote address at the prestigious Pre-Africa Diaspora Investment Summit (ADIS26) Partnerships Dinner in Silicon Valley, California, United States.
She reaffirmed Nigeria’s readiness to attract global investment.
The high-level gathering served as a precursor to the 2026 African Diaspora Investment Symposium (ADIS26), held at Santa Clara University under the theme “Bridging Africa & Silicon Valley: Shaping the Future of Innovation, Investment, and Inclusive Growth.”
Dr. Dabiri-Erewa underscored Nigeria’s strategic commitment to leveraging the expertise, capital, and global networks of its diaspora community to drive economic growth, diversification, and technological advancement.
She highlighted key policy directions introduced under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu, aimed at strengthening diaspora engagement and creating an enabling environment for sustainable investments.
The NIDCOM boss commended the strong sense of collaboration and enthusiasm demonstrated by Nigerians in the United States, describing the diaspora as a vital catalyst for national development.
She noted that their contributions go beyond remittances, extending into innovation, entrepreneurship, and strategic partnerships.
Dabiri-Erewa also expressed appreciation to Almaz Negash, Founder and CEO of the African Diaspora Network, alongside the event’s organising team, for their leadership in convening a platform that fosters meaningful engagement between Africa and its global diaspora.
She reiterated this message during a working lunch with Nigerian professionals in the U.S., who expressed a strong willingness to collaborate with NIDCOM in contributing to Nigeria’s development.
The events brought together a diverse mix of Nigerian, African, and American leaders, innovators, investors, and policymakers.
Discussions focused on strengthening diaspora-driven investments, advancing innovation, and building sustainable partnerships between Africa and the global technology ecosystem. It reflected a shared commitment to moving beyond remittances toward long-term, impactful investments in Africa’s future.