At least 30 individuals of British-Nigerian descent are set to appear on the ballot in the upcoming United Kingdom elections scheduled for Thursday, July 4.
According to an analysis by UK election data provider Democracy Club, 20 British-Nigerians are representing major political parties such as Labour, Conservatives, Liberal Democrats, and Reform UK. The remaining candidates are affiliated with smaller parties or running independently.
The forthcoming Parliament is poised to be one of the most diverse in British history, reflecting a surge in candidacy among ethnic minorities, including those of Nigerian heritage, across both mainstream and fringe political groups.
To qualify as a candidate in a UK Parliamentary General Election, individuals must be at least 18 years old, citizens of a Commonwealth country, and possess either indefinite leave to remain in the UK or do not require leave to enter or remain.
Among these candidates, some are seeking reelection while others are making their electoral debut, aiming to secure support from their respective constituencies.
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