The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has described the induction of the Lord Mayor of Leeds, Abigail Marshall Katung, into the Maryam Babangida Nigerian Women’s Hall of Fame as a historic and proud moment for the Nigerian diaspora community
In a statement signed by Gabriel Odu of NiDCOM’s Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, Dabiri-Erewa praised the milestone, calling it a reaffirmation of NiDCOM’s belief in the power and global influence of Nigerians living abroad.
“Abigail Marshall Katung embodies the excellence, resilience, and leadership that we celebrate at NiDCOM,” she said. “Her achievement as the first African-born Lord Mayor of Leeds is truly inspiring and deserving of this national recognition.”
The NiDCOM boss noted that the induction not only honours Katung’s personal success but also highlights the strength and contributions of Nigerian women in the diaspora who are making significant global impacts while maintaining strong ties to their roots.
She reiterated NiDCOM’s commitment to recognising Nigerians across the world who excel in their fields and remain dedicated to the growth and development of Nigeria.
“This honour is a reminder that home never forgets,” she added. “We hope it inspires more Nigerians in the diaspora to stay connected, return, and invest in building the Nigeria we all envision.”
In her response, Abigail Marshall Katung expressed heartfelt gratitude for the recognition, describing it as “a deeply humbling honour that connects me back to my roots in the most meaningful way.”
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