Politics
THE British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, has reemphasized the important role of the Nigerian Diaspora in the United
Kingdom and pledged more collaboration with the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission.
He further stressed the need for enhanced trade and investment between both countries.
Speaking during a courtesy call to Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO,
Nigerians in Diaspora Commission and some management staff in the office in Abuja, the High Commissioner stated further that the UK-Africa Summit scheduled to hold in May in the City of London, is a strategic opportunity to galvanize trade and investments for both countries and the African continent at large.
He commended Nidcom for initiating programmes such as the Diaspora investment summit and several others.
In her speech, Dabiri-Erewa welcomed the collaboration with the High Commission and reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to continue to enhance engagement with the Diaspora.
She also underscored the imperatives of cultural exchanges, advocating the revival of the Cultural Road Show initially slated for 2020, but deferred due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Outlining the Commission’s activities and programmes, Dabiri-Erewa seized the opportunity to emphasize the importance of creating comprehensive sensitization and awareness for Nigerians planning to migrate to the UK.
“We can’t stop migration, but as a government, we will create an enabling environment; Nigeria and the UK Government should have an MOU, particularly on migration of health workers,“ she stated.
She expressed optimism ahead of the UK- Africa Investment Summit in London and the role of Nigerians in the UK would play in bolstering partnerships between the UK, Nigeria, and the African continent.
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-January 11, 2023 @ 10:08 GMT|
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