By Fortune Abang
Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NiDO)-Worldwide has pledged to partner Nigerian security agencies in bolstering the Federal Government’s efforts towards protecting the lives and property of compatriots.
The organisation’s leaders disclosed this during its maiden virtual global diaspora meeting to commemorate the 2026 Nigerian Armed Forces Celebration Day.
The Day, which is celebrated on January 15, annually, aims at fostering unity among Nigerians, also serves to honour, reflect and demonstrate solidarity with both living and fallen Nigerian soldiers.
Chairman of NiDO-Worldwide, Mr Chibuzo Ubochi, expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police (I-G) of Nigeria, Olukayode Egbetokun, for honouring the invitation to the event.
The I-G was represented by CSP. Haruna Abdullahi, Police Public Relations Officer, Kano State Police Command.
Ubochi said: “It is never too late to stand shoulder to shoulder with our brothers and sisters at home to honour, celebrate and remember the men and women who defend our nation.
“This year, we in the diaspora decided to honour, celebrate and remember men and women that defend our nation: Today, we say thank you to them.
“Today, I say thank you, because our safety, our dignity, our national pride, you secure it for us. Although we reside in the Diaspora, we still feel the impact of the Nigerian Armed Forces.”
Egbetokun commended NiDO-Worldwide’s leadership for the show of for love for Nigeria, and its concern for the safety and security of Nigerians.
According to him, such is a demonstration of recognition of the sacrifice by Nigerian soldiers and veterans who have fought under various climatic challenges, psychological, social, and physical conditions to protect the Nigerian state.
“Today, IGP joined other security heads to celebrate our fallen heroes, and the Nigerian Police Force will continue to work closely with the military, and other security agencies to ensure safety and security of Nigerians.
“You are remembered as Nigerians in Diaspora wherever you are. We will not fail you. You are our eyes outside. You are the representatives of Nigeria everywhere you go and we always listen to you.
“We always appreciate all you have been doing, in order to see that Nigeria continues to prosper and that development continues to get to Nigeria, and to ensure security and safety,” Egbetokun said.
The event, jointly moderated by Mrs. Vire Komolafe, Chairman, Organising Committee of NiDO-Worldwide and Dr. Abimbola Oluwasona, Coordinating-Secretary of NiDO-Europe, featured a minute of silence in honour of fallen heroes.
The highpoint of the event was an overview of Diaspora contributions to nation building by Mr. Obed Monago, Chairman Emeritus of NiDO-Americas, and Diaspora reflection by Dr Victor Ubani, Chairman NiDO-Americas.
Others are Diaspora reflection from Asia by Prof. Franca Akinola, Coordinator NiDO-Asia, visit by NiDO-Worldwide delegates to 1st ECWA Church and Yah Satar Mosque, both in Osogbo, Osun.
There was also a donation made by NiDO-Worldwide to the Nigerian Armed Forces’ widows in Lagos, among others. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Mark Longyen
