Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) chairman, Dr. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has lauded the resilience of two outstanding patriots, Chinyenwa Judith Amadi, a female biker and Odera Okwvosa, a UK-based professional boxer, for projecting a positive image of Nigeria globally.
Dr. Dabiri-Erewa gave the commendation while hosting the duo at the NiDCOM Lagos Office, describing their achievements as inspiring examples of how Nigerians at home and in the diaspora can contribute meaningfully to national development and social causes.
The NiDCOM Chairman commended Okwvosa, a fitness entrepreneur and professional sportsman, for his consistent mentorship of young Nigerians and for promoting the country’s image through sports, social media and public engagements abroad.
“What keeps bringing me back is the culture and the love I receive whenever I’m home,” he said, adding that he plans to participate more actively in future diaspora programmes organised by NiDCOM.
Okwvosa is a fitness entrepreneur, media influencer, author and professional sportsman who has won multiple titles, including the British University Championship, two London titles, the East Midlands title and the UK National title. He was accompanied by his brother, Henry.
In the same vein, the NiDCOM boss praised Amadi for her historic solo power bike journey from Lagos to France and back to Nigeria, undertaken to raise funds and awareness for cancer patients who cannot afford chemotherapy.
According to her, the feat reflects courage, determination and compassion, values that align with Nigeria’s best ideals. She began her journey on October 8th, 2025, with the goal of raising ₦100 million to support cancer patients across Nigeria.
Originally from Owerri, Imo State, Amadi is also a yoga and fitness instructor. She said her passion for helping cancer patients and her desire to challenge societal stereotypes about women kept her motivated.
“I come from a place where women are not expected to do much, so I decided to ride for a cause and to change that narrative,” Amadi said.
She described the journey as physically and emotionally demanding, citing challenges such as poor road conditions, discrimination against Nigerians at some West African borders, extreme cold weather and long-distance fatigue.
Amadi encouraged young people with ambitious dreams to take bold steps, stressing the importance of starting rather than waiting for perfect conditions.
Dr. Dabiri-Erewa reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to supporting Nigerians in the diaspora who positively impact society and assured both guests of NiDCOM’s readiness to collaborate with them in their respective professional and humanitarian endeavours.