How Nigerians abroad could drive sports development – Dabiri-Erewa

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa has highlighted importance of knowledge-sharing, expertise, skills, and investment from Nigerians abroad in driving sports development in the country.

Dabiri-Erewa disclosed this in Lagos while welcoming Super Bowl champion Morotoluwa Ojomo to a warm reception by the Commission officials at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos State.
She said that Nigeria’s sports sector will experience significant growth if diaspora potential is fully harnessed.

The Nigerian-born American footballer, Ojomo returned to his home country following his remarkable achievement as a member of the victorious Philadelphia team in the Super Bowl.
He is a proud native of Lagos, he moved to the United States in 2009 and carved a niche for himself in American football, excelling at Texas in college before advancing to the professional league.

His homecoming was led by his father, Pastor Ololade Ojomo, accompanied by a dedicated team of supporters.
NiDCOM celebrated Olojom’s outstanding feat, reinforcing the Commission’s commitment to recognizing and engaging Nigerians in the diaspora who continue to bring pride to the nation.

Ojomo’s success is a reward to the resilience, hard work, and excellence that define Nigerians Globally.

According to the Commission’s statement reiterated its dedication to fostering stronger ties between Nigeria and its diaspora, ensuring that their contributions to national development are recognised.