President Bola Tinubu congratulates renowned broadcaster and Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, on her 62nd birthday, commends her dedication to building a better Nigeria through her various public roles.
The President reflects on Mrs. Dabiri-Erewa’s distinguished career in public service, which first brought her to national prominence during her days as a broadcaster with the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA).
She made a mark as an authority on human-interest stories, skillfully anchoring the weekly NTA Newsline program with flair, empathy, insight, and credibility.
President Tinubu notes that millions of Nigerians who watched her in this role came to regard her as a household name.
Her contributions to the nation, particularly in her efforts to bridge the gap between Nigeria and its diaspora, have extended far beyond the newsroom, bringing pride and appreciation to the country.
The President commends Dabiri-Erewa for her exemplary service in various capacities, including as a Member of the House of Representatives, Chairman of the House Committee on Diaspora Affairs, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Foreign Affairs and Diaspora, and as the pioneer Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM.
He lauds her tireless efforts to ensure that the rights of Nigerian migrants are respected, as well as her work in fostering investment and business opportunities between Nigeria and its diaspora.
The President affirms that the former parliamentarian has proven to be a role model for women in politics. Her relentless dedication, optimism, courage, and commitment to excellence continue to inspire many Nigerian women to pursue leadership roles in the political arena.
President Tinubu prays that Almighty Allah grants her many more years of good health and service to the nation.
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