NIDCOM Celebrates Ombudsman For Exceptional Academic Achievement In Portugal
Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has congratulated Dr. Barr. Anselm C. Ombudsman, a distinguished Nigerian academic and Senior Research Fellow at the European Institute of Policy Research and Human Rights, for his remarkable attainment of a First Class Distinction (Summa Cum Laude) in his PhD in Law from the prestigious University of Lisbon, Portugal.
Dabiri-Erewa in a congratulatory message described Dr. Ombudsman for bringing prestige and honour to Nigeria through his dedication to scholarship and global best practices in legal research.
“NiDCOM is immensely proud of Dr. Ombudsman’s extraordinary achievement. His success reinforces the fact that Nigerians continue to excel on the global stage, upholding our nation’s reputation for brilliance, resilience, and intellectual distinction,” Dabiri-Erewa stated.
Dr. Ombudsman recently completed a rigorous PhD defence before a panel of eminent professors drawn from Portugal, Europe, and the United States.
Following an intensive two-hour examination, the panel formally confirmed his outstanding performance. Subsequently, the University of Lisbon announced that a total of 13 professors unanimously awarded him the highest academic honour, Summa Cum Laude, making him one of only two individuals to achieve this distinction in the University’s history.
She further noted that accomplishments of this nature reflect the exceptional capabilities of Nigerians in the Diaspora and serve as a source of inspiration for students, researchers, and professionals across the country.
NiDCOM reaffirms its commitment to celebrating, supporting, and engaging Nigerians who continue to make significant contributions to national development and international excellence.