NIDOE_NL BOT paid Courtesy visit to the Nigerian Embassy in the Hague - Netherlands - They were warmly received by the Ambassador - Her Excellency Dr. Mrs Eniola Ajayi

About Us

Connecting Nigeria's Global Community to Drive National Progress

The Nigerians in Diaspora Organization (NIDO) is an official initiative of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, established under the administration of Chief Olusegun Obasanjo. Born out of a powerful vision — that Nigerians living abroad carry with them an immense wealth of knowledge, skills, and expertise that can be channeled toward the transformation of their homeland — NIDO was created to turn that vision into reality.

Our Origin

The Nigerians in Diaspora Organization (NIDO) is an official initiative of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, established under the administration of Chief Olusegun Obasanjo. Born out of a powerful vision — that Nigerians living abroad carry with them an immense wealth of knowledge, skills, and expertise that can be channeled toward the transformation of their homeland — NIDO was created to turn that vision into reality.

What We Do

NIDO serves as a vital bridge between Nigerians in the diaspora and the Federal Government of Nigeria. We facilitate meaningful engagement across critical sectors, including:

🏥 Healthcare — Supporting medical outreach, health policy advisory, and capacity building
🎓 Education — Promoting knowledge transfer, scholarships, and academic partnerships
💻 Technology & Innovation — Driving digital transformation and tech investment in Nigeria
🌾 Agriculture — Encouraging diaspora investment in Nigeria's agricultural sector
🏗️ Infrastructure & Investment — Connecting diaspora capital to development projects across Nigeria
🤝 Cultural Diplomacy — Strengthening Nigeria's global image and fostering national pride abroad.

Our Core Values

Our Reach

The Nigerians in Diaspora Organization (NIDO) is an official initiative of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, established under the administration of Chief Olusegun Obasanjo. Born out of a powerful vision — that Nigerians living abroad carry with them an immense wealth of knowledge, skills, and expertise that can be channeled toward the transformation of their homeland — NIDO was created to turn that vision into reality.

Why NIDOE-NL Matters

In 2001, the Nigerian Government, through its Embassies and High Commissions around the world, took a bold step to mobilize the Nigerian diaspora. Recognizing that millions of Nigerians abroad were excelling in fields ranging from medicine and engineering to finance, technology, and academia, the government set out to create a structured, independent platform through which these professionals could actively contribute to Nigeria's socio-economic growth.

The result was NIDO — a non-partisan, non-governmental organization built on the belief that national development is a shared responsibility, regardless of where a Nigerian calls home.

Our Mission & Vision in The Netherlands

‍ Building a Professional Network We connect Nigerian professionals living and working in the Netherlands, creating pathways for collaboration, mentorship, and meaningful contribution to Nigeria's development. Our members bring expertise from every sector, and together, their impact reaches far beyond borders.

A Living Directory of Talent We maintain a growing database of Nigerian professionals in the Netherlands — capturing their backgrounds, skills, and experience

A Home Away From Home We create a warm and vibrant space for Nigerian professionals and their Dutch and international colleagues to connect socially and celebrate the rich culture, heritage, and spirit that make Nigeria truly unique.

Meet Our Partners

From “Brain Drain” to “Brain Gain” to “Brain Circulation”

An initiative brought to you by IOM Netherlands Connecting Diaspora for Development (CD4D) project. CD4D aims to connect diaspora experts, according to their skills and knowledge, from Iraq, Nigeria and Somalia with host institutions in the respective countries. The institutions involved create assignments based on demand in line with development goals.