Deputy Minister of Immigration and Multiculturalism for the Government of Alberta in Canada, Akolisa Ufodike, has identified the term 'japa' as part of Nigeria's national lexicon, capturing the dreams and aspirations of many Nigerians seeking opportunities abroad.
Deputy Minister of Immigration and Multiculturalism for the Government of Alberta in Canada , Akolisa Ufodike, has identified the term "japa" as part of Nigeria's national lexicon, capturing the dreams and aspirations of many Nigerians seeking opportunities abroad.
Acknowledging the enduring, positive impact of the Nigerian community’s efforts to promote and support cross-cultural sharing in Canada, Ufodike stressed the need for both countries to build bridges between nations and create lasting impacts that resonate for generations to come.He urged the federal government to leverage the skills and experiences of Nigerians in the diaspora to contribute to international development.
“I see this day-to-day, even as I live and work on the other side of the globe. Alberta is home to thousands of Canadians of Nigerian descent, who are vital contributors to the province of Alberta. As a proud Nigerian-Canadian, I appreciate the positive example that our community sets.” “In recognition of this, the Government of Alberta has declared the month of October as Nigerian Heritage Month in perpetuity.”
“According to the World Bank statistics recently, Nigerians in the Diaspora have remitted over 99 billion US dollars into the system in the last five years. This is huge and highly commendable. Terrorists suspected to be members of Boko Haram on Sunday invaded Jakana Police station in Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State. According to a source, two persons, a policeman and his girlfriend were killed by the terrorists. The source also stated that the terrorists set ablaze two patrol vehicles belonging to the police and…
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