NiDCOM Hails London Bus Aunty As UK Names Bus Stop In Her Honour

By Boluwatife Kehinde-Idowu

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

The development was announced by NiDCOM in a post on its official X account on Friday, where the commission congratulated Orojuogun on the recognition and described it as a remarkable achievement for a Nigerian in the diaspora.

Orojuogun has gained popularity for her social media content centred on London’s iconic red buses, with her videos documenting her experiences and interactions with the city’s transport system attracting a growing following online.

The recognition by Transport for London (TfL) comes after Orojuogun became widely known for her passion for London buses and her efforts to showcase the city’s transport culture through her online platforms.

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NiDCOM Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, praised Orojuogun for positively representing Nigeria in the United Kingdom and celebrating aspects of her life and work in the diaspora.

Dabiri-Erewa described the recognition as a source of pride for Nigeria and Nigerians abroad, noting that Orojuogun’s story reflects the impact Nigerians continue to make in their host communities.

The commission also commended her for using her platform to connect with audiences while projecting a positive image of Nigerians in the United Kingdom.

Orojuogun’s popularity has largely been driven by her videos featuring London’s buses, turning an everyday part of the city’s public transport system into engaging social media content.

The recognition has also drawn attention to the growing influence of Nigerian-born creators in the diaspora, particularly those using social media to build communities and share their experiences with audiences around the world.

The development highlights how Nigerians living abroad continue to contribute to their host communities through their professional, creative and social activities.

For Orojuogun, the honour represents a significant milestone in her journey from creating videos about London’s buses to receiving recognition connected to the transport system she has consistently celebrated through her content.