The Nigerian American Public Affairs Committee USA (NAPAC-USA) has acknowledged its commitment to championing policies and engaging in politics to inform, educate, and empower the African Diaspora community.
President, Nelson Aluya, said its mission centres on moving the agenda exploring, expanding and harnessing the Nigerian-American community’s excellence.
He spoke at the Annual General Meeting (AGM), where he highlighted its historical background and the impactful outcomes it seeks to achieve.
NAPAC was formed 12 years ago in California, emerged from the collective vision of brilliant Nigerians. Over the years, NAPAC-USA has inspired, empowered, and supported Nigerian-Americans and friends of the Nigerian American community with the capacity and trust to lead and run for political offices in the United State at the local council, Mayoral, State and National levels.
NAPAC-USA’s efforts has bear fruit, with members of the Nigerian-American community winning their elections in positions in council memberships, state representative level including Georgia State Representative, Segun Adeyina, Pennsylvania state Rep. Carol Kazeem and the first Nigerian American in U.S. Congress with Dr. Oye Owolewa. The annual AGM provides a platform to celebrate these achievements, conduct workshops, and strategize for the future,” he said.
Aluya stressed the importance of preparation for change, stressing that those who understand and utilise the tool on how best to navigate change are poised for success.
“The AGM reflects NAPAC’s dedication to continuous growth, adaptability, and collective impact, positioning itself as a vital force in the Nigerian-American and broader African communities within the United States. The AGM is aimed to empower, inform and educate members, aligning NAPAC -USA with the evolving US and global landscape.”
