THE Federal Government of Nigeria has congratulated the seven Nigerians recently elected into the United Kingdom Parliament.
Permanent Secretary (Political Affairs), Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Ambassador Olukunle Akindele Bamgbose, conveyed this in a congratulatory letter to the Nigerian Parliamentarians in the UK.
A statement by the Assistant Director, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr Mohammed Nakorji, on Tuseday said their victory was a tribute to their selfless service to their community and indeed humanity.
The Parliamentarians elected are: Kate Osamor, Chinyelu Onwurah, Chuka Umunna, Fiona Onasanya, Bim Afolami, Helen Grant and Olukemi Olufunto Badenoch.
Ambassador Bamgbose said: “like most Nigerians, I have followed your career keenly, and I am confident that in you, your community has made an excellent choice considering your track record.
“Your election is heartwarming and will definitely be a source of inspiration to all Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora, particularly, women.”
He added that the Government of President Muhammadu Buhari and indeed, Nigerians, were proud of their achievements.
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