NIDCOM Urges Media Practitioners to Promote Diaspora Investment

Michael Olugbode in Abuja

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has emphasised the importance of recognising the accomplishments and challenges faced by Nigerians living abroad, as they play significant roles in shaping the nation’s image globally.

This, it stated would encourage them to invest back home through positive narratives of their homeland.

The Chairman/CEO, NIDCOM, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, stated this through the Secretary to the Commission, Dr. Sule Yakubu Bassi, when he received in Abuja, Mr. Olumide Ogunlade, the Editor-in-Chief and CEO of Acclaim Nigeria, an international magazine.

The Secretary reiterated that the Commission was committed to enhancing the global recognition and development of the Nigerian Diaspora community, saying that a partnership with Acclaim Nigeria would amplify the Commission’s efforts in promoting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 4D agenda of: Development, Democracy, Demography and Diaspora within the Diaspora community and beyond.

Bassi, said the potential collaboration between Acclaim Nigeria and NIDCOM could bring to the fore the remarkable stories of Nigerians who had excelled in various fields worldwide, such as science, technology, medicine, business, and culture. The strategic alliance was poised to strengthen Nigeria’s global image and create a more inclusive and united Nigerian community.

He added that partnership would go beyond merely recognising the achievements of Nigerians in the Diaspora. It would also serve as a platform for engaging the Diaspora community in meaningful dialogue and initiatives aimed at contributing to the development of Nigeria.

Ogunlade, a veteran journalist,  said collaborative opportunities between Acclaim Nigeria and NIDCOM would change the narratives and encourage homeland development.

The Editor in-Chief, expressed his magazine’s sincere interest in partnering with NIDCOM to shed light on the incredible contributions of Nigerians living abroad.

“Acclaim Nigeria, known for its extensive reach and influential readership, aims to promote the extraordinary stories and achievements of Nigerians in the Diaspora, thus fostering a greater sense of pride and recognition among their fellow compatriots,” he said.