Abike Dabiri-Erewa to be honored at NIBAD 2026 in Baltimore

Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman and CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), is scheduled to be honored at the 6th annual Nigerian Independence Ball, Awards, and Dinner (NIBAD).

The event is set to take place on October 18, 2026, in Baltimore, Maryland, at the Gabriel Community Centre. Organized by Naija Times USA and the Raindrop Group, the ceremony aims to celebrate Nigeria’s 66th Independence anniversary and recognize the contributions of Nigerians globally in sectors such as healthcare, business, and education.

Activities surrounding the event included an Independence carnival in Maryland and a stage play titled ‘Your Excellency Sir!’ directed by Olaniyi Thompson Tabi. The grand finale will feature an awards ceremony to spotlight leadership and innovation among the diaspora community.