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The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has congratulated Nigerian-born engineer, Oluwami Dosunmu-Ogunbi, on becoming the first Black woman to earn a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Robotics from the University of Michigan.
Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NiDCOM, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in a statement by the Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, on Monday, described the achievement as a remarkable milestone, praising Dosunmu-Ogunbi for her brilliance, resilience and commitment to excellence.
According to Dabiri-Erewa, the feat is another demonstration of the outstanding contributions Nigerians in the diaspora continue to make across diverse sectors globally.
She said the historic accomplishment reinforces the Commission's conviction that Nigerians, wherever they reside, consistently distinguish themselves through innovation, hard work and academic excellence while serving as worthy ambassadors of the country.
The NiDCOM boss added that earning the highest academic qualification in the highly specialised field of robotics is not only a personal achievement but also a source of inspiration for young Nigerians, especially girls and women aspiring to build careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
She reaffirmed the Commission's commitment to recognising and celebrating exceptional Nigerians in the diaspora whose accomplishments continue to enhance the nation's global image, while encouraging greater diaspora participation in national development.
NiDCOM also urged young Nigerians to emulate Dosunmu-Ogunbi's dedication by embracing education, innovation and determination as pathways to achieving their goals.