Nigeria diaspora news
Here are some recent news stories and updates about the Nigerian diaspora:
Business and Economy
- Nigerian diaspora remittances hit $22 billion in 2020 (Pulse Nigeria) - The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that remittances from the Nigerian diaspora reached $22 billion in 2020, a significant increase from the previous year.
- Nigerian entrepreneurs in the diaspora launch new business ventures (This Day Live) - A group of Nigerian entrepreneurs in the diaspora have launched new business ventures in Nigeria, including a logistics company and a food processing plant.
- Diaspora Nigerians invest in Nigeria's agriculture sector (Vanguard News) - A group of diaspora Nigerians have invested in Nigeria's agriculture sector, with plans to establish a large-scale farm in the country.
Politics and Governance
- Nigerian diaspora groups demand better representation in government (Premium Times) - A group of Nigerian diaspora organizations have demanded better representation in the Nigerian government, citing the need for more diaspora voices in decision-making processes.
- Diaspora Nigerians urge government to address insecurity (The Nation) - A group of diaspora Nigerians have urged the Nigerian government to address the growing insecurity in the country, including kidnappings and banditry.
- Nigerian diaspora groups support Buhari's re-election bid (Leadership Newspaper) - A group of Nigerian diaspora organizations have thrown their support behind President Muhammadu Buhari's re-election bid, citing his achievements in office.
Culture and Entertainment
- Nigerian diaspora artists showcase talents at international festival (The Guardian) - A group of Nigerian diaspora artists have showcased their talents at an international festival in the United States, featuring music, dance, and visual arts.
- Diaspora Nigerians celebrate cultural heritage (Vanguard News) - A group of diaspora Nigerians have celebrated their cultural heritage with a series of events, including traditional music and dance performances.
- Nigerian diaspora writers publish new books (Pulse Nigeria) - A group of Nigerian diaspora writers have published new books, including novels, poetry collections, and memoirs.
Education and Health
- Nigerian diaspora organizations launch scholarship program (This Day Live) - A group of Nigerian diaspora organizations have launched a scholarship program to support Nigerian students pursuing higher education abroad.
- Diaspora Nigerians donate medical equipment to Nigerian hospitals (The Nation) - A group of diaspora Nigerians have donated medical equipment to Nigerian hospitals, including a hospital in Lagos.
- Nigerian diaspora health professionals offer free medical services (Premium Times) - A group of Nigerian diaspora health professionals have offered free medical services to underserved communities in Nigeria.
These are just a few examples of the many news stories and updates about the Nigerian diaspora. The Nigerian diaspora is a vibrant and diverse community that is making significant contributions to Nigeria and the world at large.