Diaspora Excellence! FG Commends Nigerians Who Conquered UK Politics

The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Adekunle Osibogun, Princess Opeyemi Bright, Jason Utitofon Jackson, and Sunny Lambe on their recent electoral victories in the United Kingdom.

Dabiri-Erewa hailed their achievements as groundbreaking milestones, highlighting their commitment, perseverance, and relentless pursuit of excellence.

She particularly celebrated Councillor Bright and Councillor Jackson for setting records as the youngest Mayor and the first Black Mayor, respectively. She also commended Councillor Lambe on his emergence as Mayor and praised Osibogun for his successful re-election.

In a statement issued Monday by NiDCOM spokesperson Gabriel Odu, the Chairperson lauded their outstanding efforts and encouraged them to continue exhibiting resilience as they serve in their respective roles.

She prayed for divine guidance, strength, and protection in their new positions and urged them to remain steadfast in delivering impactful service.

Osibogun was re-elected as Councillor to both the Buckinghamshire Council and Buckingham Town Council, while Bright made history as the youngest Mayor of the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham. Jackson was elected as the first Black Mayor of Islington, and Lambe, a long-serving public servant, now serves as the Mayor of Southwark.