The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Stella Okuzu on her recent appointment as the Interim Director of the Royal African Society (RAS), United Kingdom.
In a statement issued by Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Head of Media, Public Relations, and Protocols at NiDCOM, Dabiri-Erewa praised the appointment as both timely and well-deserved. She commended Okuzu’s extensive track record in banking, finance, consultancy, and education — a career spanning more than 20 years.
Ms. Okuzu currently serves as the Founder and CEO of EDD Finance & Consulting Limited. Her career includes senior leadership roles such as Head of Personal and Business Banking at FCMB (UK) Ltd, Non-Executive Director at FastCredit Limited, and Lecturer in Global Strategy and Sustainability at BPP University, London.
According to Dabiri-Erewa, the appointment highlights Okuzu’s dedication to advancing African enterprise, financial inclusion, and fostering cross-border partnerships.
“Stella Okuzu’s appointment is yet another shining example of the global excellence being demonstrated by Nigerians in the diaspora,” Dabiri-Erewa said. “Her achievements continue to bring pride to the nation.”
NiDCOM reiterated its support for Nigerians abroad, encouraging them to continue breaking boundaries, excelling in their professions, and upholding the nation’s image internationally.
