Tinubu congratulates Opeyemi Bright, Jason Jackson on election as London Mayors

President Bola Tinubu has felicitated two British Nigerians, Opeyemi Bright and Jason Jackson, on their election and inauguration as mayors in London, the United Kingdom.

Tinubu, in a statement issued by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, commended Bright and Jackson for sustaining the legacy of good works by Nigerians in the diaspora and consistently promoting the values of honesty, integrity, hard work, and commitment to the well-being of others.

Their stories, the president said, will inspire countless young people – both at home and in the diaspora – to pursue excellence and serve their communities with distinction.

Tinubu stated: “On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, I extend heartfelt congratulations to Mayors Opeyemi Bright and Jason Jackson.

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“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.”

Bright was sworn in as the Civic Mayor of Barking and Dagenham, making history as the borough’s youngest-ever mayor at just 29, following seven years of outstanding service to her community.

Jackson has also become the first Nigerian-born Mayor of Islington since the borough’s establishment in 1900, following a rapid rise through local government as a councillor and committee chair.

The Star