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The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has urged Nigerians living abroad to carry out proper checks on mortgage institutions and property developers before committing funds to real estate investments in Nigeria. The advisory was given during the second day of the Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS), which focused on building confidence in investment opportunities available to Nigerians abroad. Themed “Bridging the Trust Gap: Connecting Diaspora Capital with Credi

Nigerian-born legal professional Shirley Emehelu has been appointed lieutenant governor of New Jersey by Governor Mikie Sherrill, making history as the state prepares to have women occupying both its highest executive positions for the first time. Emehelu, who will also serve as secretary of state, officially assumed the new responsibilities on Monday following a selection process that involved consultations and background checks. Her appointment was announced by the Office o

Nigeria has intensified calls for investment from its citizens living abroad, with the Federal Government identifying transparency, investor protection and credible investment opportunities as essential to attracting diaspora capital into the economy. The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said Nigerians abroad possess financial resources, professional expertise and international business networks that co

Abia State is set to host the 2026 African Diaspora Conference and Expo (AFRICANDO) as part of efforts to attract foreign investment, strengthen international trade and create economic opportunities for local businesses. The three-day event will take place from November 17 to 19 in Umuahia, bringing together business leaders, investors, policymakers, educators and trade experts from Africa and the United States. Speaking in Abuja on behalf of Governor Alex Otti, the state's C

A 19-year-old Nigerian-born man, Fawaz Oyedeji, has been sentenced to four years in prison in the United Kingdom for attempting to rob a car owner at gunpoint during a supposed vehicle purchase. Oyedeji was sentenced on Thursday, November 5, at the Inner London Crown Court after being found guilty of attempted robbery and possessing an imitation firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence. The incident occurred on March 18, 2025, when Oyedeji arranged to inspect a Por

Several Nigerian-born politicians have emerged victorious in the November 3, 2026, United States midterm elections, strengthening the growing presence of Nigerians in American politics. Among the winners are Will Jawando, Junior Ezeonu, Oye Owolewa, Carol Kazeem and Gabe Okoye, who secured victories across different political positions in Maryland, Texas, Washington, DC, Pennsylvania and Georgia. In Maryland, Will Jawando won the Montgomery County executive election, defeatin

Nigerian-born international law expert Professor Dapo Akande has secured a seat on the International Court of Justice (ICJ), following his election in a United Nations voting process on Tuesday. Akande's appointment marks a significant milestone in his legal career and restores the United Kingdom's representation on the world's highest court after nearly 10 years without a British judge. British Prime Minister Andy Burnham congratulated the newly elected judge, praising his p

Nigerian professionals abroad are taking on influential leadership positions across global health, corporate strategy and higher education, highlighting the diaspora's growing presence in international decision-making. Five Nigerians have secured notable appointments in 2026, with three taking leadership roles in health-related organisations, one joining the executive leadership of McDonald's and another becoming dean of a Canadian law school. Global Health Leadership Prof. I

The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has called for stronger collaboration among the government, private sector and Nigerians abroad to unlock the country's economic potential. Dabiri-Erewa made the call on Wednesday in Abuja during the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Chapel Press Week lecture. Represented by NiDCOM's Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocol, Abdul-Rahman Balogun, she ident