29-Year-Old Nigerian Becomes Youngest Mayor in the UK

• 29-Year-Old Nigerian Becomes Youngest Mayor in the UK.

• She was first elected as a councillor at 22.

• Her win highlights Nigerian diaspora’s growing global influence.

Princess Opeyemi Bright has been sworn in as the youngest mayor in the United Kingdom. The 29-year-old now serves as the First Citizen of the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, following her official inauguration on Friday, May 16, 2025.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bright, who was born in the UK to Nigerian parents, became a councillor at the age of 22. She has spent the last seven years working on youth empowerment, social inclusion, and economic growth within her borough. Her election as mayor is seen as a significant achievement for Nigerians in the diaspora and for young people in leadership positions.

During her inauguration, she expressed gratitude and pledged to serve her borough while representing her Nigerian heritage with pride. She said her new role was a reflection of God’s grace and hoped it would encourage more young people to get involved in public service.

Princess Bright is the daughter of Dr. Councillor Afolasade Bright, who served as the Civic Mayor of Hackney between 2006 and 2007, and Pastor Gbolahan Bright MBE, a senior minister with the Redeemed Christian Church of God.

Her election adds to the growing number of Nigerians taking on leadership roles internationally. Others include Kemi Badenoch, UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade; Chi Onwurah, Labour MP in the UK; Uzoma Asagwara, a Canadian Minister; and Esther Agbaje, a US Representative from Minnesota.

Nigerian Becomes Youngest Mayor in the UK

Bright’s election is expected to further encourage youth and women participation in politics. It also highlights the contributions of Nigerians in global governance and the importance of diaspora engagement in national development.

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