AfricaFora is proud to present the NIPR Diaspora Dialogue, part of its Integration Summit 2022.
The 2019 report of the African Polling Institute, on Nigeria’s Social Cohesion highlights amongst other findings, that Nigeria is not a socially cohesive country, and more needs to be done by the government to promote oneness, trust, equity, inclusion, and hope for the future. The NIPR’s Diaspora Dialogue will bring together reputable Nigerian and diasporans to discuss citizen’s derived solutions and actions to re-energize our nationhood.
Programme and speakers
Opening Session 14.00 – 15.00 CEST
Opening remarks – Joe Itah, Diaspora Relations Committee Chairman, NIPR
Introducing the NIPR Integration Summit – Dr. Ike Neliaku, National Planning Committee Chairman
Remarks by Mallam Mukhtar Sirajo, President & Chairman of the NIPR Council
Achieving Greatness with Diasporans – Special Guest, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, NIDCOM Chairman
Session 2: The complexity of Nigerian identity 15.00 – 16.00 CEST
Addressing the pains and challenges of a Nigerian citizen in diaspora – Frisky Larr and Alh. Misbah Akanni
Recognising the positive role and importance of multiculturalism in Nigeria – Jonah Obinna Enefe
Session 3: The road to economic recovery 16.00 – 17.00 CEST
Are we ready for diaspora voting in Nigeria’s elections? Prospects & challenges – Emmanuel Igah and Dede Kay
Enhancing global relevance and competitiveness of Nigeria through the Diaspora: framework, strategies, actions – Hon. Collins Nweke and Mentoring Commandant Alistair Soyode
The role and contribution of WTO to Nigeria’s Integration, Peace and Security – H.E Amb (Dr) Adamu Abdulhamid
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