Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has praised Nigerian community leaders in Ontario for establishing the Nigerian Immigration Welcome Centre, set to be inaugurated soon.
As the first of its kind, the centre aims to assist both new and existing Nigerian migrants in settling effectively in Canada. Dabiri-Erewa lauded the initiative for its commitment to supporting Nigerians abroad and encouraged other Nigerian communities worldwide to adopt similar structures.
She reiterated NiDCOM’s willingness to collaborate with organizations that prioritize the well-being of Nigerians overseas.
Mr. Uche Okugo, President of the Network of Nigerians in Canada (NNC), emphasized that the centre will provide specialized services to help Nigerian immigrants integrate smoothly into their new environment and contribute meaningfully to society.
The facility will offer various support services, including career mentorship, settlement assistance, job placement, language training, empowerment programs, and food bank services.
The Nigerian Immigration Welcome Centre is scheduled to officially open on April 12, 2025.
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