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Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has applauded the Ontario Nigerian community leaders, for setting up the Nigerian Immigration Welcome Centre, which is set to be launched soon.
A statement by Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Head, Media and Public Relations and Protocols Unit, NiDCOM quoted the NiDCOM Boss as saying that the initiative is first of its kind, adding that, the Nigerian Immigration Welcome Centre is aimed at helping new and old Nigerian migrants to settle adequately in Canada.
She commended them for this initiative ,aimed at providing support for fellow Nigerians in Canada. who need assistance
Dabiri-Erewa called on other Nigerian communities globally to emulate this support structure set up by community leaders in Ontario
The NiDCOM Boss reminded Nigerian diaspora groups that the Commission will readily cooperate with organisations prioritising the welfare of Nigerians abroad.
Mr. Uche Okugo, President Network of Nigerians in Canada (NNC), remarked that the initiative will provide tailored services for prospective and current Nigerian immigrants in Canada, to enable them adjust to their new environment quickly and contribute meaningfully to society.
The Centre will offer a wide range of services including career mentoring, settlement support, job placement, language coaching, empowerment programmes, and food bank assistance.
The maiden Nigerian Immigration Welcome Centre is set to open on April 12, 2025.
