Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has called on Muslim diaspora communities worldwide to strengthen unity, cooperation and coordinated action to address shared challenges and contribute to development.
Dabiri-Erewa made the call while representing Nigeria at the First Muslim Diaspora Forum in Ankara, Türkiye, where representatives from more than 47 countries gathered under the theme, “From Roots to Routes.”
Speaking on “Unity in the Diaspora: Current Needs, Common Solutions,” she said diaspora engagement should go beyond remittances to include knowledge and skills transfer, investment, innovation, humanitarian support, cultural exchange and stronger links with countries of origin.
She also identified public communication, humanitarian initiatives and joint action against discrimination and hate speech as areas requiring greater collaboration, while highlighting NiDCOM’s efforts to support Nigerians abroad and counter misinformation.
Dabiri-Erewa further stressed that migration should not sever the connection between Nigerians abroad and their homeland, urging countries and diaspora communities to build stronger partnerships that harness skills, investment, culture and international influence for national development.
Daily Times
