NIDO Africa Chair Urges Unity, Warns Against Divisive Politics Osakwe revealed that more than 1,500 Nigerians have been rescued in Ghana and other African countries He underscored Dr Dabiri Erewa’s humanitarian work, pointing out that her dedication goes beyond political and regional divides The Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO) Africa has made a strong appeal … Read more
The Chairman of the Nigeria in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa has called on Nigerians both at home and abroad to join forces in building a nation that offers comfort and prosperity for all. Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking on the importance of fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose, Dabiri-Erewa emphasized … Read more
The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, (NIDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has called for unity among Africans. She also urged Nigerians in the Diaspora with dual citizenship to keep a foot at home and wave the green-white-green flag as a badge of honour. Dabiri-Erewa made this plea while welcoming Miss Universe Nigeria, … Read more
President Tinubu, citing UN data, stated Nigeria is among the top 10 countries with the most traveled citizen. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has stated that Nigeria is ranked among the top 10 countries globally for the most traveled citizens, according to United Nations data. He acknowledged the complexity and scale of migration … Read more
The Federal Government plans to repatriate 250 more Nigerians from the UAE, following the recent return of 190 citizens, bringing the total repatriations to 542 since October 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has announced plans to repatriate an additional 250 Nigerians from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) soon. This follows the … Read more
Nigerian Immigration Service to start home delivery of passports in Lagos, Port Harcourt, Kano, and Abuja from June 2024. Delays were due to a lack of data centres, according to Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. Home delivery for Nigerians abroad will begin in the US and UK, with initial testing to ensure effectiveness. EKO HOT … Read more
NIMC and IDEMIA renew collaboration to enhance biometric system as National Identification Numbers surpass 104 million. Upgraded system aims to handle 1 million identity verification searches per day, accommodating Nigeria’s entire population. Collaboration aligns with UN goals, ensuring secure identity access for all Nigerians and residents. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Identity Management Commission … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Florin Talapan, ambassador of Romania to Nigeria, says his country will increase scholarships for prospective Nigerian students. Talapan spoke on Friday when he presented his letter of credence to President Bola Tinubu at the State House, Abuja. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints Akintunde Sawyer To Lead Students Loan Management Jigawa … Read more
By Abraham Ariyo, M.D. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, made history on Saturday, February 24, 2024. He was the first ever occupant of the position of Minister in the Federal Ministry of Health in Nigeria to hold an open dialogue with all Nigerian healthcare professionals in the Diaspora. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development is gearing up to support Diaspora initiatives in the housing sector with the imminent launch of the Diaspora Mortgage Housing Scheme scheduled for February 2024 in the UK, Canada, and the USA. This initiative aims to forge partnerships between the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) says over 2000 participants have registered to take part in the sixth Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS). The summit is geared towards driving diaspora direct investments to Nigeria. Addressing a news conference in Abuja on Friday ahead of the three-day summit … Read more
Mr Kunle Masha turned 70 today, May 14, 2023. Mr Masha, a former Vice President of Eko Club International, reached the admirable milestone after a lifetime filled with immeasurable service to humanity. EDITOR’S PICKS Senate Presidency Battle: Is APC About To Relive Another Saraki-esque Drama? Razor on Fuel Subsidy? A Dilemma for Tinubu’s Administration FG’s … Read more
In November 2018, President Buhari appointed Dabiri-Erewa as the Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM. However, the Senate delayed the confirmation of her appointment until May 2019. The president is asking the upper legislative chamber to consider her reappointment four years later. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has reappointed Abike Dabiri-Erewa for a second term … Read more
Nigerians in the Diaspora are bracing up for a political rally in support of the All Progressive Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in a convergence that is poised to be the grandest of its kind beyond the shore of Nigeria, given the level of preparation by the organizers. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Adeleke … Read more
Lagos State has fixed a date to launch its diaspora health plan. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) is set to launch a new product into the international market, tagged: “The Ilera Eko Diaspora Health Plan.” EDITOR’S PICKS Energy Plan: Buhari Seeks US Financial, Technical Assistance At US-Africa Summit … Read more
Ekiti diaspora has signed an MOA with Vietnamese partners for a cattle ranch in the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that a group of Ekiti indigenes in the Diaspora under a CAC-registered EkitiKete Livestock Development Company Limited, a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) that was formed to drive the cattle ranch initiative, recently signed a Memorandum … Read more
The extensive Indian diaspora will help the South Asian country reach a special milestone this year. Eko Hot Blog reports that Asia’s third-largest economy is on track to receive more than $100 billion in yearly remittances in 2022, according to a World Bank report published Wednesday. It said this will be the first time a … Read more
The NiDCOM chair has hailed Nigerians on their victory in the US midterms. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has applauded the eight Nigerians who won major seats in the just concluded midterm elections in the United States. EDITOR’S PICKS US Midterms: Warnock And Walker … Read more
Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, has told a former Minister of Education, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili, that she will not apologise for calling a tweep “Ode,” which means fool. Eko Hot Blog reports that Dabiri-Erewa, and a Twitter user engaged in a war of words between Monday and … Read more
The All Progressives Congress, APC, Lagos State based in United Kingdom, UK, has expressed resolve to ensure the victory of the party’s presidential flag-bearer, Bola Tinubu and Vice- Presidential candidate, Kashim Shettima as well as Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s re-election in the 2023 general elections. Eko Hot Blog reports that the diaspora group, led by its … Read more