Dabiri-Erewa applauds Diaspora contributions to National Development

Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has commended the contributions of the Nigerian diaspora to both the Nigerian economy and their host countries.   She stated this during a presentation at the Africa Diaspora Day on the Hill, held in the U.S. Capitol as part of the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference in Washington DC.   “Nigerians continue to contribute significantly to the Nigerian economy, with annual remittances amounting to approximately $20 billion, representing 6.1% of the country’s GDP” she stated. Dabiri-Erewa noted their…