DABIRI-EREWA HOSTS NIGERIAN FEMALE BIKER, UK-BASED BOXER, SEEKS COLLABORATIVE SUPPORT

Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has extolled the doggedness and resilience of Ms. Chinyenwa Judith Amadi, a Nigerian female biker who successfully completed a historic ride from Lagos to France and back to Nigeria to raise funds and awareness for cancer patients who cannot afford chemotherapy.

She also commended Mr. Odera Okwvosa, a fitness entrepreneur and professional sportsman, for his patriotism and mentorship of young Nigerians.

Dabiri-Erewa, who received both Amadi and Okwvosa, said she is proud of them for promoting the ideals and positive image of Nigeria through their respective callings.

She reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to supporting Nigerians in the diaspora who contribute positively to national development and enhance the country’s global image. She assured them of the Commission’s willingness to partner with them in their professional endeavors.

Amadi, who rode her power bike to the NiDCOM Lagos office, began her journey on October 8, 2025, aiming to raise ₦100 million to support cancer patients across Nigeria. Despite sustaining a finger injury in an accident in Burkina Faso, which required stitches, she remained resolute and successfully completed the journey.

Amadi described the trip as both physically and emotionally demanding, citing discrimination against Nigerians at West African borders, poor road conditions, extreme cold, and long-distance fatigue as major challenges. She, however, noted that her motivation stemmed from her passion to help cancer patients and challenge societal expectations, especially for women from conservative backgrounds.

“I come from a place where women are not expected to do much, so I decided to ride for a cause and to change that narrative,” she said.

Originally from Owerri, Imo State, Amadi is also a yoga and fitness instructor. She encouraged young people with big dreams to take bold steps, advising them not to procrastinate but to start and allow the rest to fall into place.

In the same vein, the NiDCOM Chairman also hosted Mr. Odera Okwvosa, a Nigerian professional boxer based in the United Kingdom, alongside his brother, Mr. Henry Okwvosa. The Chairman praised Odera for consistently projecting a positive image of Nigeria on social media and through his public engagements abroad.

Okwvosa, who recently visited Nigeria during the “Detty December” festivities, said the country’s rich culture and the warmth of its people are major reasons he continues to return home.

“What keeps bringing me back is the culture and the love I receive whenever I’m home,” he said, adding that he plans to participate more actively in future diaspora programmes organised by NiDCOM.

Okwvosa is a fitness entrepreneur, media influencer, author, and professional sportsman who has won multiple heavyweight titles, including the British University Championship, two London titles, the East Midlands title, and the UK National title.