NiDCOM Treats Over 1000 Petitions  From Nigerians In Diaspora In 5 Years 

From Emmanuel Iyoho
ABUJA
Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has said it has so far treated over 1000 petitions from Nigerians in the Diaspora in the last five years of its existence.
Chairman/CEO, NIDCOM (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, disclosed this recently as the Commission marked five years of its establishment in 2019 by former President Muhammadu Buhari.
  Dabiri-Erewa said, “The commission has treated over 1000 petitions from Nigerians in the Diaspora in the last five years ranging from emergencies, strandedness, Consular,  trafficking and deportation issues as well as increase in Diaspora investments”.
On the Commission’s performance and significant contributions  towards Nigeria’s development in the last half decade, Dabiri-Erewa expressed gratitude for the progress made since the NiDCOM’s inception in May, 2019.
She lauded the NiDCOM team, past and present, for their unwavering commitment and sacrifices.
The NiDCOM boss acknowledged the challenges faced but expressed hope for the future, envisioning a brighter path for the Commission and its staff.
She also disclosed that the anniversary celebration doubled to successfully celebrate the year, which was gradually ending.
In his remark, Secretary to the Commission, Dr. Sule Yakubu Bassi, acknowledged the  staff’s pivotal role in fostering Diaspora engagement, attracting investment, protecting Nigerians abroad, and promoting Nigeria’s positive image for the Commission.
He noted the hurdles NiDCOM experienced but expressed confidence in the Commission’s ability to deliver effective services.
Former staff member, Habibat Pat-Eluameh, a lawyer, shared her pride in witnessing NiDCOM’s growth and showed optimism for a dedicated Commission building.
  Head of administration, Mrs. Halima Ajagbe, praised Dabiri-Erewa’s leadership and reaffirmed the staff’s commitment to work hand in hand with top management to find more ways of value addition.
  The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards and prizes to deserving staff, recognising their outstanding contributions to the Commission’s success story.