Vice President Kashim Shettima has reassured Nigerians living abroad of active involvement in the policies and programmes of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, stressing that the country is on the right path toward global recognition.
Shettima gave the assurance while meeting with Nigerians in the United States on the sidelines of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
He commended the resilience of Nigerians overseas, describing them as vital contributors to the country’s transformation efforts.
“Each one of you has value addition capabilities in your own way, and your experience is not something you can buy in the market. You have earned it. Continue to believe in Nigeria. Nigeria is on the right track. In the fullness of time, we will occupy our rightful place in the commity of nations,” he said in a statement issued by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha.
Highlighting reforms under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the Vice President said Nigeria’s economic progress and development indicators reflected sound policies.
“Our foreign reserve is crossing the $40 billion mark, the subnationals are raking in trillions of naira, and we are seeing unprecedented infrastructural investment across the entire country. We’re investing in the Nigerian youth and students as is the case with NELFUND,” Shettima noted.
The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, also praised the administration’s achievements, pointing to improvements in passport processing, the successful implementation of the non-resident Bank Verification Number (BVN), and expanded investment opportunities.
She added that Nigeria’s economic transformation has made it a more attractive environment for diaspora investment.
Nigerians at the meeting expressed readiness to channel investments into mining, health, artificial intelligence, fintech, creative industries, and agriculture.
What you should know
Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Nigerians in diaspora to believe in the country’s progress under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
He highlighted reforms boosting foreign reserves, infrastructure, and youth empowerment, while NiDCOM reported easier access to passports, BVN, and investment opportunities. Nigerians abroad pledged to invest in key sectors, aligning with the administration’s growth vision.
