The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has congratulated Nigerian-born nurse and social media influencer Bemi Orojuogun, popularly known as “London Bus Aunty,” after a London bus stop was named in her honour.

NiDCOM Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, described the recognition as a major achievement and a source of pride for Nigeria and Nigerians living abroad.

In a statement issued on Friday by the Commission’s Head of Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Dabiri-Erewa said Orojuogun’s experience demonstrated how passion, authenticity and pride in one’s heritage could leave a lasting mark beyond Nigeria.

Orojuogun became widely known through social media videos featuring London’s iconic red buses. Her distinctive content, which blends her personality with her fascination with the city’s transport network, has attracted a significant following and millions of views.

Dabiri-Erewa praised the Nigerian-born nurse for using her digital platform to entertain audiences while promoting a positive image of Nigerians in the United Kingdom.

She also commended Transport for London (TfL) for acknowledging Orojuogun’s contribution and celebrating her long-standing relationship with the city’s transport community.

According to the NiDCOM chairman, the recognition highlights the contributions Nigerians continue to make across different professions and communities around the world.

Dabiri-Erewa urged Orojuogun to see the honour as encouragement to continue using her influence positively, noting that the accomplishments of Nigerians in the diaspora remained a source of pride for the country.

Orojuogun revealed the recognition on Wednesday through an Instagram video, where she expressed surprise and gratitude over the decision to name a bus stop after her.

“Bus Aunty have her own bus stop. My goodness, I’m very lucky,” she said while thanking TfL and its workers for their efforts in keeping London’s transport system running.

She also recognised the contribution of TfL employees working behind the scenes and praised them for their service to London residents.

In response to her social media post, TfL described the recognition as “an honour.”

Orojuogun has lived in the United Kingdom for more than 30 years. She rose to social media prominence through videos of herself posing alongside London buses, content that has brought her widespread attention across various platforms.

Source:leadership.ng