Hon Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, has said the Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit is a consistent key platform for the Nigerian Diaspora to play a pivotal role in the country’s economic growth and development.
Dabiri-Erewa stated this during a news briefing ahead of the opening of the 7th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit, NDIS 2024, in Abuja.
She 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, 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, has facilitated and evolved interactions of diaspora investors, potential business partners, sponsors, and government officials.
Dabiri-Erewa vowed 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.
She equally informed newsmen that President Bola Tinubu will deliver a goodwill message, while Alhaji Aliko Dangote and Niyi Olajide will be Special Guests of Honour.
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The NiDCOM Boss highlighted many success stories of start-up companies over the years that have churned out investments of more than N500 million for the country.
Dabiri-Erewa immensely recognised the President, Nigerian National Assembly, particularly the Chairmen and members of the Senate and House Committees on Diaspora, Directorate of Technical Cooperation in Africa, Nigeria Investment Promotion Council, NEPC, public and private entities, sponsors and the Media for their unwavering support through the years in having a successful NDIS.
Dr. Badewa Adejugbe-Williams, the Coordinator of the NDSI, who joined virtually, stated that the summit has overtime proven its potential and significance in garnering resources that drive economic growth in Nigeria.
Adejugbe-Williams reiterated that the summit is not just a forum, but a catalyst to unite all Nigerians in improving the country’s economic status, adding: “We are all part of the solution.”
She appreciated Dabiri-Erewa for her push in changing Nigeria’s narrative for the better, both at home and in the Diaspora.
Also, Kachi Okezie, Team member of the NDSI, who spoke of the legibility criteria, stated that prospective pitchers are interviewed, profiled and then tutored on how to present during pitching sessions, pro bono.
The Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit is an annual project of NiDCOM and NDSI.
This summit will focus on key sectors that are pivotal to driving investment and fostering growth in Nigeria, including Finance, ICT, Fintech, Creative Industries, Sports and Entertainment, Agribusiness, Healthcare, Education, Real Estate and Infrastructure, as well as Manufacturing and Mining.
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