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The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, jas been honoured at the 2025 Heroine Impact Prestigious Merit Awards (HIPMA), under the "Hall of Fame of the Year" category.
Dabiri-Erewa was recognised for her immense contributions towards the growth and development of Nigeria and beyond, especially in advocating the rights and welfare of Nigerians in the diaspora.
Receiving the award on her behalf, Miss Deborah Anaelechi of the Media, Public Relations and Protocol Unit of NiDCOM, expressed gratitude to the organisers for the recognition.
A statement on Sunday said that Princess Edna Azura, the National Council of Women Societies (NCWS) Leader and Chairperson of the occasion stated that this timely gathering is needed to amplify women's impact in all strata of the society, as well as inspire future generations on empowering, protecting and promoting the women folk.
MC Danstar Whyte, the organiser of the event said the event was to recognise and celebrate women making a difference in their respective fields, while encouraging younger women to strive for excellence and impact society positively.
The 2025 HIPMA Awards was organised by Whyte Family Entertainment, which appreciates outstanding women who have made significant impacts in their respective fields.
Other awardees include: Hajiya Fatima Umar Bago, First Lady of Niger State; Dr. Mujidat Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, Iyaloja-General of Nigeria; Mrs. Angela Ajala, Educationist and Founder, Ladela Schools, and Mrs Tosin Dokpesi, CEO, TAD Foundation, among others.