Ndukwe Onuoha, a Nigerian advertising executive and spoken word poet, has been appointed as the new Cabinet Member for Streetpride, Public Safety & Leisure in Derby City Council.
This appointment follows his election as first African councillor for Mackworth & New Zealand Ward in Derby City, United Kingdom (UK), under Labour Party last year.
In a statement posted on his social media, he said: “I’m thrilled to have been appointed as the Cabinet member for Streetpride, Public Safety & Leisure in Derby City Council. I can’t wait to get stuck in and deliver Labour Party’s manifesto for Derby.”
Onuoha extended his gratitude to residents of Mackworth and New Zealand Ward for electing him as a councillor, and to Council Leader, Cllr Peatfield, for her trust in his capabilities.
His journey to becoming a councillor began when he moved to UK in 2021. He settled in Derby and quickly became actively involved in the community, joining Labour Party and campaigning in local and national elections.
In 2022, Onuoha decided to run for councillor in Mackworth and New Zealand Ward, successfully securing the Labour Party’s ticket. He campaigned on a platform of promoting diversity, economic growth, supporting local businesses, and improving public services.
His leadership experience and commitment to community service made him a popular candidate, and he won the election by unseating an incumbent and gaining an additional seat for the Labour Party in Derby City Council.Committed to serving all residents of Derby, Onuoha emphasized his dedication to making the city a place everyone can be proud of. “My job is to serve the residents of the City, no matter who they voted for, to deliver a Derby we can all be proud of.
“In the coming days, Onuoha noted he plans to engage with fellow councillors to understand the priorities for their respective wards. This approach reiterates his belief in placing the city’s interests above politics.”City before politics,” Onuoha stated.Onuoha’s election as a councillor is a significant achievement, not just for him but for the Nigerian and African community in the UK.
