The Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation-Americas (NiDOA) has reiterated its commitment to deepen partnership with the Nigerian government to create job opportunities and foster economic growth in Nigeria’s micro-economic sector.
The Continental Chair, NiDOA, and Coordinating Chairman of NiDO Worldwide, Dr. Victor Ubani, disclosed this in a statement from the outcome of the NiDOA-2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Conference.
Dr. Ubani explained that the conference theme, “New Nigeria: Fresh progress, vision of united NiDO,” resonates with the organisation’s commitment to progress.
“The theme of the conference underscores NiDO’s commitment to fostering unity, driving economic growth, and creating opportunity for jobs in the country. Our goal is targeted at fostering partnerships and collaborations, creating jobs, and advancing economic growth in Nigeria’s micro-economic sector,” he explained.
He also noted that the organisation has made a series of achievements, some of which include the establishment of an ICT training programme through a partnership with the Plateau State University and other institutions.
“Others are the Nigerians in Diaspora Act 2017 and the 300 million dollars Diaspora bond listed on the London Stock Exchange,” he added.
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The Chairman, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Dr. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, who spoke virtually, urged NiDOA to continue to promote unity among compatriots abroad.
The NiDCOM boss also reiterated the importance of unity among NiDOA members to strengthen the organisation’s influence and impact.
“There is so much to do. President Bola Tinubu is ready to work with the Diaspora and we must seize this opportunity,” Dabiri-Erewa said.
In his address, the Consul-General of Nigeria in New York, Ambassador Abubakar Jidda, commended the organisation for the success of the AGM.
“Part of our mandate is to coordinate the activities of NiDO, as well as add our voice to ensure that we have a stronger and resilient NiDO,” Abubakar said.
At the AGM, the organisation unanimously approved the election of Board of Trustees members as follows: Mrs. Bukola Sonuga as Vice-Chairman and Dr. Toyin Ajayi as Secretary-General. Also, Mr. Felix Okhifo was elected as Community Affairs Director, Dr. Helen Abasute as treasurer, and Dr. Perpetua Uwechue as Financial Secretary.
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