By Folorunso Alagbede, Abuja
Hon Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has said that the Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS) is a consistent key platform for the Nigerian Diaspora to play a pivotal role in the country’s economic growth and development.
The Chairman/CEO, NIDCOM, according to a statement by Gabriel Odu,
Media, Public Relations of Commission,
stated this during the Press Conference towards the opening of the 7th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit, (NDIS 2024) in Abuja.
Dabiri-Erewa recalled that since its launch in 2018, the initiative has provided the Diaspora the empowerment to invest their resources, expertise, and networks into fostering economic growth and creating opportunities for Nigerians back home.
According to her, the NDIS serves as a bridge that connects diaspora investors with local entrepreneurs, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as, start-ups across various sectors of the Nigerian economy.
In addition, the NiDCOM Boss underlined the Summit’s capability in creating jobs, innovation, and diversifying Nigeria’s economic base.
She further stated that the NDIS, over the past six years, the Summit has facilitated and evolved interactions between diaspora investors, potential business partners, sponsors, and government officials.
The NiDCOM boss assured that the 7th edition will be exceptional, featuring insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and actionable strategies to harness the potential of the Nigerian Diaspora.
She called on all to register and follow up for further details at ndisng.com, nidcom.gov.ng
Abike-Dabiri disclosed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of Nigeria will a goodwill message while Alhaji Aliko Dangote and Mr Niyi Olajide will be Special Guest of Honours at the upcoming programme.
The NiDCOM Boss highlighted many success stories of start-up companies over the years that have churned out investment of more than N500 million for the country.
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