- Abike Dabiri Erewa Hails Houston’s Declaration of Ijaw Day
- …July 5 declared as ‘Ijaw Day’
- Dabiri-Erewa emphasized that this recognition presents a valuable opportunity
The Chairman and CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri Erewa, has praised the official recognition of July 5 as “Ijaw Day” by the City of Houston, Texas, calling it a proud and historic occasion for the Ijaw people, Bayelsa State, and Nigeria as a whole.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the NiDCOM boss noted that the declaration reflects the growing influence of Nigerian diaspora communities and the increasing global recognition of Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage and contributions.
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Dabiri Erewa described the honor as a major achievement that supports NiDCOM’s mission to strengthen connections between Nigerians at home and abroad while celebrating and preserving cultural identity.
“The recognition of 5 July as Ijaw Day in Houston, Texas, is both a celebration and a call to deepen diaspora engagement and collaboration,” she said.
The NiDCOM Chairperson emphasized that this recognition presents a valuable opportunity to strengthen partnerships with state governments, particularly Bayelsa State, and to promote initiatives that harness the influence of the diaspora for national development.
Abike Dabiri Erewa also congratulated the Ijaw community and its leadership in Houston for their commitment and advocacy, which played a key role in securing the recognition.
NiDCOM reiterated its commitment to supporting such achievements and advancing platforms that elevate the visibility and contributions of Nigerian communities across the globe.
