Dabiri-Erewa Applauds Group For Empowering Nigerians In Diaspora

Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman, Nigerians in the Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has commended Avenue Impact, a UK- based consultancy firm, for transforming and empowering Nigerians in the Diaspora to enhance their skills and transition into Project professionals not only in the UK but also in the USA, Canada, Europe, and other parts of the world.

Speaking at a networking session with a group of Nigerian professionals in the UK, Dabiri-Erewa also commended them for their support to Nigerians at home to enhance their project management skills and for training and mentoring over 10,000 members of the global Diaspora community.

Dabiri-Erewa in a statement issued by NIDCOM Spokesman, Abdur-Rahman Balogun further noted the commitment of their various mentees who have themselves turned to mentors and uplifting younger ones.

At the event, which was also attended by the Mayor of Southwark, Mayor Micheal Situ, a number of those who had been trained by Avenue Impact, testified to the tremendous impact the skills acquired had transformed their lives and enhanced their job acquisition and performance.

The NIDCOM boss encouraged them to key into the Commission’s programmes such as National Diaspora Day on July 25, Nigerians Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS), Badagry Door of Return, Nigeria Diaspora Housing Scheme amongst others.

The Managing director, Mr Funsho Akinwunmi said the event seeks to unite Nigerian Project and IT Professionals, foster networking and discussions on leveraging skills to add value to UK and Nigeria and support the current government’s initiatives.

Earlier, Mr Tunji Ajidahun, Programme Director (Avenue Impact Limited) welcomed all and stressed the commitment of the firm to continue to train Nigerians in the diaspora on skills needed for better placements wherever they find themselves.

Pastor Smart Kemiki – Managing Director of Dominion4Eever Management Limited gave a talk on how to invest wisely in the UK while Dr. Babatunde Adeyemo – CEO of Pelican Valley Estate spoke on investing in Real Estate in Nigeria.

The event was rounded up with a thrilling performance by Music mogulPaul Play Dairo.