Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has congratulated the Ijaw community over the official recognition of July 5 as “Ijaw Day” by the City of Houston, Texas, USA.

Naijaonpoint reports that Dabiri-Erewa, in a statement through the NiDCOM Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, described the development as a proud and historic moment for the Ijaw people, Bayelsa State, and Nigeria at large.

Dabiri-Erewa stated that the recognition is a significant milestone that aligns with NiDCOM’s mission and strengthens ties between Nigerians at home and abroad while promoting the preservation of cultural identity.

According to her, the declaration highlights the growing influence of Nigerian Diaspora communities and the increasing global recognition of Nigeria’s cultural heritage and contributions.

She said the recognition of July 5 as Ijaw Day in Houston is both a celebration and a call to deepen diaspora engagement and collaboration, stressing that it is an opportunity to foster stronger partnerships with state governments, particularly Bayelsa State, and to encourage initiatives that leverage Diaspora influence for national development.

While reaffirming the commission’s commitment to supporting such milestones and facilitating platforms that enhance the visibility and impact of Nigerian communities abroad, Dabiri-Erewa lauded the leadership in Houston, whose dedication and advocacy led to significant recognition.