Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State invited members of the Historic African Diaspora tracing their roots to Nigeria to regard Lagos as their home. He made this statement while receiving a 14-member African Ancestry delegation in Lagos.
The governor emphasized the group’s importance in fostering a deeper understanding of shared heritage.
Sanwo-Olu expressed appreciation for Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), who led the delegation on a courtesy visit. He commended her significant contributions to Diaspora engagement.
He also lauded Dr. Gina Paige, the leader of the African Ancestry Delegation, for her groundbreaking efforts in reconnecting people of African descent to their roots through DNA testing.
“I must say here that our rich and diverse history is crucial to our identity as Nigerians and Africans,” the governor stated. He also shared his vision for Lagos as a hub for cultural exchange and a beacon for the African Diaspora.
Earlier, Dabiri-Erewa welcomed the delegates and congratulated the governor on his achievements in making Lagos an attractive destination for all, highlighting the success of “Detty December.”
In another development, the governor pledged his administration’s continued support to stakeholders in the education sector at both the federal and state levels to ensure efficient service delivery. This commitment was reiterated during a courtesy visit by the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, and his delegation at the Lagos House, Alausa.
Sanwo-Olu praised JAMB’s leadership for its excellence and credibility, assuring them of a conducive environment for their operations. Prof. Oloyede, in turn, commended the governor’s achievements and requested land for constructing massive CBT centers in Lagos to accommodate more candidates during JAMB examinations, similar to initiatives in Rivers, Imo, Nasarawa, Kaduna, and Kano States.
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