Ikem’s Employer to be charged with murder in Philippines- Dabiri-Erewa

Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/ CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has informed the Senate Joint Committees on Diaspora and Inter Governmental Affairs and Foreign Affairs that the employer of Ikem, a Nigerian student beaten to death in Philliphines, has been charged with murder, along with five others.   She also said that a viral video by a man posted on social media recently alleged that 250 Nigerians are slated for killing in Ethiopia was totally false and untrue.   This was the highlight of the investigative hearing of the Joint…

Nigerian Institute of Public Relations: A Model of Economy By Afolabi Olajuwon

Public relations plays a crucial role in promoting economic development and stability in any country. The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has emerged as a model institution, actively contributing to the growth and success of Nigeria’s economy.   This article explores the significant impact of NIPR on Nigeria’s economic landscape and highlights its role as a catalyst for positive change.   One of the primary functions of the NIPR is to maintain and enhance a favourable image of Nigeria internationally. By effectively managing the country’s reputation, the NIPR builds…

INTERNATIONAL FRAUDWEEK: CIFCFIN identifies with a Week Long Fraud Awareness Activities in Abuja

By Abubakar Yusuf.     The Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria CIFCFIN, FCT Chapter is holding a week long fraud awareness activities, beginning from Sunday November 12 to Saturday, November 18 , 2023 to mark this year’s International Fraud Awareness Week.   A statement signed by the Ag Registrar/ CEO and the Chairman, FCT Chapter President, Dr Isa Salifu, said the International Fraud Awareness Week is lined up with series of activities to mark the event.   The event hashtag #FRAUDWEEK witnessed an awareness program…

NDIS 2023: Nigerian Diaspora to access N50m Housing Loan …. As Minister unveils Diaspora Housing Scheme

The Minister of Housing and Urban Development Architect Ahmed Dangiwa has launched the Diaspora Housing Scheme with a facility for Diaspora access up to N50 million naira loan for mortgage with an interest rate of 6.9 per cent, paid over a period of 10 years.   Architect Ahmed Dangiwa made this known as the sixth edition of Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS), opened in Abuja.   The Minister, who initiated the scheme while serving as the MD/CEO of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria, described his position as a positive…

ECONOMY: Dabiri-Erewa urged FG to partner with Nigerians in Diaspora ….. as NDIS enters Day 2 in Abuja

The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission NIDCOM,Hon Dr Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said in the quest of the Federal Government to go far in repositioning of the economy, there was a need to partner with the Nigerians Diaspora in achieving these goals. Hon Dabiri-Erewa made this call in her opening remarks at the sixth edition of the Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit NDIS holding in Abuja. She said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu who has just returned from attending the Saudi-Africa Summit, made efforts to underscore Nigeria’s commitment to attracting more Diaspora Direct Investment,…

Buhari handed over a bankrupt nation to Tinubu — Ribadu

National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has blamed the past administration of Muhammadu Buhari for the current financial crisis in Nigeria.   According to him, Buhari handed over a bankrupt nation to his predecessor, President Bola Tinubu.     Though, he said despite the financial set back which has affected budgetary allocations, the federal government would do everything in its power to ensure that the country has a robust and functional defense management and structure.   The former anti-graft agency boss stated this in Abuja when he spoke at the Chief…

6TH NDIS: Nigeria Diaspora investors target solid minerals sector

Hon Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), on the sidelines of the ongoing 6th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit, (NDIS) has led a team of Nigeria Diaspora Entrepreneurs and Investors to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Mr Dele Alake in Abuja. Dabiri-Erewa stated that NIDCOM was set up primarily to engage with the Diaspora Community for the development of Nigeria, therefore it was fitting to bridge the gap between investors and the government to achieve a seamless and conducive business environment.   The NIDCOM Boss added that the…

Top Govt Functionaries, Celebrities, Others Set for Okpe Language Movie, Izede Efe Premiere

By Ebireri Henry Ovie     Top government functionaries, business moguls and celebrities will on Sunday, November 26, 2023, view the first-ever screenings of Okpe Language movie, Izede Efe.   The event will take place at Wetland Event Centre, Sapele between 12 noon and 5.00 PM.   “Political and traditional leaders, community and religious leaders as well education administrators and students’ leaders will step out of their houses on Sunday, November 26, 2023” a statement by the Executive Producer of the movie, Barrister Kingsley Akpederin said.   “The stars of…

2023 NDIS: NiDCOM Boss,Dabiri-Erewa lauds successes of pitchings

Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has described the Investment Summit since its inception, as living up to its expectations of attracting Diaspora investment into local businesses in Nigeria, recording over 5,000 participants, 900 business links and over 200 closed deals.   Dabiri-Erewa stated this during her remarks at the Pitching Sessions Plenary of the 6th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit holding in Abuja.     “This summit serves as an innovative platform for the Federal Government to engage the diaspora in repositioning the economy and attracting investment…