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Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), has congratulated the feat recorded by Oye Owolewa who emerged first Nigerian-US Congressman following his record victory in the US  elections 2020.

The Director-General, NIDCOM, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in a letter of congratulations, stated that she was pleased with the wonderful feat of Owolewa, describing it as well deserved.

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She acknowledged the sterling qualities of Owolewa as a role model to the youths and a good ambassador of Nigeria which endeared him to the grassroot leading to his historical election into the US Congress.

Dabiri-Erewa advised Owolewa to diligently carry out his duties as a new congressman in such a way as to positively impact on the community who entrusted him with their votes.

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Despite the campaign being toilsome, Owolewa pulled through and won.

“This goes to show that with dedication, hardwork, resilience and prayer one can achieve just about anything”, Dabiri-Erewa said.

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