NiDCOM Hails First Nigerian Female Neurosurgeon on US Medical Director Appointment

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has congratulated Nigeria’s first indigenous female neurosurgeon, Dr. Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu-Ibrahim, on her appointment as the Medical Director of a children’s hospital in the United States.

The commission described the achievement as another demonstration of the outstanding contributions of Nigerians living and working abroad.

In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by NiDCOM’s Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, praised Dr. Aliu-Ibrahim for reaching another significant milestone in her medical career.

Dabiri-Erewa said the appointment serves as an inspiration to young Nigerians, particularly girls who aspire to build careers in medicine and other professional fields.

According to her, Dr. Aliu-Ibrahim’s success proves that excellence knows no boundaries of gender, race or religion.

She noted that the accomplished neurosurgeon has become a symbol of hope and determination for countless young women across Nigeria and beyond.

The NiDCOM boss also stressed that Muslim women continue to demonstrate that faith and professional excellence can coexist, describing Dr. Aliu-Ibrahim’s accomplishment as evidence that commitment, knowledge and hard work remain the foundations of success.

She encouraged young Nigerians, especially women, to remain focused on their goals, develop their talents and pursue excellence regardless of challenges they may encounter.

While celebrating the appointment, Dabiri-Erewa expressed concern over the continued migration of highly skilled Nigerian healthcare professionals to other countries in search of better opportunities.

She, however, acknowledged that the Federal Government has introduced measures aimed at improving the welfare, remuneration and working conditions of medical personnel in order to strengthen the country’s healthcare system.

According to her, creating a more supportive environment for healthcare workers will help reduce the rate of brain drain while encouraging experienced professionals to contribute to the development of Nigeria’s medical sector.

Dabiri-Erewa reaffirmed NiDCOM’s commitment to recognising and celebrating Nigerians in the diaspora whose achievements continue to project the country’s image positively on the global stage.

She added that the commission would continue to encourage greater collaboration between successful Nigerians abroad and institutions at home to support national development across critical sectors, including healthcare, education and innovation.