NiDCOM Boss Hails Election Of Four Nigerians In UK

Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has congratulated four UK-based politicians of Nigerian descent on their recent electoral victories.

The newly elected Nigeria-British politicians are Dr. Adekunle Osibogun, Princess Opeyemi Bright, Cllr. Jason Utitofon Jackson, and Cllr. Sunny Lambe.

In a statement issued by Gabriel Odu of the Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, Dabiri-Erewa praised Cllrs. Bright and Jackson for making history, with Bright becoming the youngest Mayor of the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, and Jackson emerging as the first Black Mayor of Islington.

She also congratulated Cllr. Sunny Lambe on his elevation from Councillor to Mayor of Southwark, and commended Dr. Osibogun on his re-election to both the Buckinghamshire Council and Buckingham Town Council.

Describing their achievements as record-breaking milestones, Dabiri-Erewa highlighted their dedication, resilience, and pursuit of excellence.

She urged them to remain steadfast in their duties and prayed for divine guidance and strength as they serve in their new roles.