FG Unveils Diaspora City Project to Foster Connections with Nigerians Abroad

In a bid to reconnect with Nigerians abroad to their roots, the Federal Government has announced plans to develop a Diaspora City, a thriving tourism hub that will enable members of the diaspora to invest, reconnect, and put down roots.

The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Mrs Hannatu Musawa, announced this during the unveiling of the Motherland 2025 initiative in Abuja on Monday.

According to Musawa, the Diaspora City is part of the long-term components of the Motherland 2025 project, which aims to reaffirm Nigeria’s position as the epicenter of global Black and African culture, commerce, and community.

“Our vision extends beyond attracting global visitors; it is about ensuring that the creative and tourism sectors serve as critical tools to improve the lives of the Nigerian people,” she said.

“This year, we open our doors to the global diaspora, inviting them to immerse themselves in our rich traditions, explore investment opportunities, and witness the remarkable transformation unfolding across our nation.”

The Motherland 2025 initiative is more than just a festival; it’s a transformative movement that unlocks investment opportunities, fosters cultural pride, and reconnects Nigerians in the diaspora with their roots.

The initiative includes the Motherland Festival, which showcases Nigeria’s vibrancy, creativity, and economic potential through state pavilions, exhibitions, and cultural showcases.

The development of the Diaspora City is a collaborative effort between the Federal Government, the Federal Housing Authority (FHA), the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

The city is expected to be situated in Maitama 2, with over 675 hectares of land in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

Sen. Gbenga Ashafa, the Managing Director of FHA, said the Diaspora Mega City Housing Project will create about 3 million jobs for Nigerians.

The project is designed to provide a platform for Nigerians in the diaspora to invest in their homeland, with opportunities for housing, business, and cultural exchange.