A United Kingdom-based Nigerian Princess, Mrs. Uruemu Omeru-Adejinmi, has made history, with her election as the new Cathaoirleach of Longford Municipal District in Ireland.
The new Cathaoirleach of Longford is the daughter of Ovie of Agbon Kingdom in Delta State, His Royal Majesty, Mike Omeru, Ogurime-Rime Ukori 1.
The Agbon Princess, who is married to a Yoruba man, Mr Adejinmi was until her new position, a Fianna Fáil (councillor).
According to Iris Examiner, Adejinmi would now function as Leas Cathaoirleach (Mayor), a feat that has never been achieved by any black woman in the country.
Elated by her election, Omeru-Adejinmi who dedicated her victory to migrants and all women, said she was “deeply honoured” to take over the position.
According to her, “This is a historic day for Longford and I am delighted to share this moment with my family and friends.
“I look forward to working with my Council colleagues, Council executives and all stakeholders to continue the growth and development of our municipal area and county.”
Omeru-Adejinmi, who migrated to Longford from Nigeria in 2003, joined Fianna Fáil in 2016, and became a local councilor in 2020, previously served as an executive officer at the Department of Health and has a Masters of Business Administration from Athlone Institute of Technology.