The recent UK general election has brought significant changes to the political landscape, notably with the election of eight British-Nigerian politicians to the House of Commons. This election has set a record for the most diverse parliament in the country’s history.
Among the elected British-Nigerians are six returning members of parliament:
- Kemi Badenoch (Conservative, North West Essex)
- Helen Grant (Conservative, Maidstone)
- Florence Dauta Eshalomi (Labour)
- Kate Osamor (Labour, Edmonton and Winchmore Hill)
- Chi Onwurah (Labour, Newcastle upon Tyne Central)
- Taiwo Owatemi (Labour, Coventry North West)
Additionally, two new entrants have made their way to Westminster:
- Bayo Alaba (Labour, Southend East and Rochford)
- Josh Babarinde (Liberal Democrats, Eastbourne)
The Labour Party, led by Sir Keir Starmer, has achieved a significant victory, ending the Conservative Party’s 14-year rule and making Starmer the new Prime Minister. The election results have led to the resignation of former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak as the leader of the Conservative Party, initiating a leadership contest within the Tories.
President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has congratulated Sir Keir Starmer on his party’s victory, praising his leadership qualities and expressing a desire to strengthen the relationship between Nigeria and the UK. This historic election marks a notable moment for diversity and representation in the UK parliament.
