DABIRI-EREWA CONGRATULATES MADU, THE FIRST NIGERIAN BLACK CANADIAN MINISTER

Oru Leonard

Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has congratulated Mr Kaycee Madu, a Nigerian based in Canada, on his appointment as the
first black Minister of Justice and Solicitor General for the government of Alberta.

In a congratulatory message, Dabiri-Erewa expressed delight that Madu had proved his mettle which earned him the exalted position.

“We are so happy for Mr Madu on his well deserved appointment. This
confirms our saying that our Diasporas are our greatest asset making us proud globally”

She advised Madu to continue to give his best in the administration of justice, urging others to emulate such an excellent behaviour.

The NiDCOM boss said the appointment of Madu as Minister of Justice was a reward of consistent hard work, dedication and determination to succeed in his chosen career irrespective of the fact that he was in the foreign land.

She prayed for his success in the new global assignment and canvassed for support and cooperation from all stakeholders to make him successful in his assignment.

In this role, Minister Madu, as Minister of Justice will also be the
Provincial Secretary and Keeper of the Great Seal of the Province of
Alberta.

In 2019, Madu made history by becoming the first African-born
provincial Minister in Canadian history.

In 2020, he makes history again as the first Black Justice Minister and
Solicitor General in Canada.

” We are proud of Madu and wish him success in his new role”, Dabiri
added.