September 24, (THEWILL) – The Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation Americas (NIDO) has announced plans to hold the Nigerian Day commemoration in Sacramento, Northern California, United States.
A statement issued on Monday by the Managing Director of CEKO Ventures & Associates LLC, Gift Ibezim-Eze, revealed that the landmark cultural event will come up on May 3, 2025.
According to her, the event aims to promote Nigeria’s rich culture, unity, and heritage in the United States.
“The Nigerian Day Commemoration will offer attendees an immersive experience of Nigeria’s vibrant culture through traditional music, dance, art, and cuisine showcasing the diverse and colourful essence of Nigerian life.
“The event will attract a broad audience, including Nigerians, Americans, and people from various backgrounds, fostering meaningful cultural exchange and understanding,” she said.
Ibezim-Eze emphasised the importance of sponsorship for the event, saying. “We are calling for financial sponsorship to ensure the success of this significant event.
“Sponsorship contributions will help cover event expenses and ensure that we create a high-quality experience for everyone involved. Importantly, proceeds from this event will go towards establishing a fully equipped Old People’s Home in Nigeria, with a special focus on providing mental health services for the elderly.
“Sponsorship Categories: Basic Sponsorship: $300 – $1,000, Standard Sponsorship: $1,000 – $3,000, Classic Sponsorship: $3,000 – $5,000, Premium Sponsorship: $5,000 – $10,000, Gold Premium Sponsorship: $10,000 – $15,000 and Platinum Sponsorship: $15,000 and above.
“Sponsorship options in Naira are also available for convenience. The sponsorship will directly support logistics, which includes venue rental, artist fees and travel expenses, marketing and promotional activities and cultural exhibits and interactive experiences.”
The statement, however, outlined the gain of sponsorship to individual or corporate bodies, which includes brand visibility through event promotions and marketing materials, on-site branding and advertising opportunities, access to a diverse and engaged audience for networking and business development as well as public recognition during the event and across our social media platforms.
“In addition to proceeds from the event being channelled to establishing a fully equipped Old People’s Home, all sponsors and donors will be honoured on a Wall of Fame within this gated community, symbolising the lasting impact of your contribution.
“This event is not only a celebration of Nigeria’s vibrant culture but also a meaningful opportunity to give back to those in need. We believe that our sponsors will greatly benefit from the exposure and networking opportunities while playing a vital role in improving lives in Nigeria.
“We are confident that your organisation shares our values of cultural diversity and community service. Together, we can create a remarkable event and a lasting legacy,” she added.
NIDO is dedicated to uniting Nigerians abroad, promoting Nigerian culture, and fostering cross-cultural understanding across the globe. Through events like Nigerian Day, the organisation aims to build bridges and strengthen connections between Nigeria and the international community.
Janefrances Ebere Chibuzor is a Tourism Writer at THEWILL
