President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his congratulations to British-Nigerians Opeyemi Bright and Jason Jackson on their historic election and inauguration as mayors in two London boroughs.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by Presidential Spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, the President praised the duo for upholding the legacy of excellence associated with Nigerians in the diaspora. He commended their demonstration of values such as honesty, integrity, hard work, and commitment to public service.
Bright was recently sworn in as the Civic Mayor of Barking and Dagenham, becoming the youngest person to hold the office in the borough’s history at just 29. She previously served as the borough’s youngest Labour councillor at the age of 22 in 2018, dedicating seven years to community service.
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Similarly, Jason Jackson has become the first Nigerian-born Mayor of Islington since the borough’s establishment in 1900. Elected as a councillor in 2022, Jackson quickly rose to prominence, becoming Chair of Islington’s Homes and Communities Committee in 2023.
President Tinubu lauded their achievements as a source of inspiration for young people both in Nigeria and abroad. He urged the new mayors to continue giving their best as leaders of their respective boroughs.
“On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, I extend heartfelt congratulations to Mayors Opeyemi Bright and Jason Jackson. I urge you to continue giving your best in your new roles as the first citizens of Barking and Dagenham and Islington. I have every confidence in your abilities and look forward to the positive impact you will make in your respective boroughs,” Tinubu said.
