Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman of The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has lauded Odidika for her act.

In a statement by the commission’s Head of Media, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Dabiri-Erewa extolled the virtue demonstrated by the Nigerian, saying that she had made the country proud.

She said it was gratifying to note that the uncommon act of honesty of Odidika had earned her Integrity Award from the Sheriff of Richland County.


It is indeed a well-deserved award and a great opportunity to celebrate you.

“This is another victory for Nigeria, as another proud Nigerian is portraying what Nigeria is about and that is honesty.

“Thank you for being a good ambassador of your country Nigeria.

“You have portrayed Nigerians in the diaspora as unique, honest, and trustworthy immigrants.

“No legacy is as rich as honesty. It remains the best policy. We must continue to exhibit such behaviour wherever we find ourselves.

“We must continue to be good ambassadors of our country,” she added.

Odidika was given an award of honesty by the Sheriff and offer of a job on Sept. 2, 2020.