A fascinating new book, “The Number One Mission,” is taking readers on a journey to uncover the hidden stories behind the Nigerian High Commission in London, the United Kingdom.
The book, written by Yemi Edun of Daniel Ford, dives deep into the Commission’s history, the people, and the relationships that have shaped it over many years.
Since the early 2000s, Daniel Ford has been involved in property deals worth over £650 million. This includes selling some remarkable properties, like the home where Mozart composed his first symphony, the famous Lipton tea estate, and the house owned by Sir Robert Walpole, Britain’s first Prime Minister.
Yemi Edun’s close friendship with Ambassador Sarafa Tunji Ishola and his expertise in property played a big role in bringing the Commission’s stories to light.
Wole Olanipekun SAN, a respected Legal Practitioner, praised Edun’s work, saying, “Yemi Edun captures the history of the Nigeria Mission from a particularly refreshing and alluring perspective.”
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Ambassador Modupe Irele also liked Edun’s book, mentioning, “The colourful descriptions of the internal processes and incidents offer a tense balance between the frustrations people have experienced and the explanations that somewhat mollify them.”
“The Number One Mission” gives readers a deep insight into diplomacy, what Nigerians in London hope for, and the strong ties that bind them to their homeland. While No 9 Northumberland Avenue, where the Nigerian High Commission is located, is known as a familiar place for Nigerians in the UK, Edun’s book shows it has a bigger role than just offering consular services.
“The Number One Mission” is an eye-opening read for anyone curious about diplomacy, culture, and identity. It provides a fresh look at the Nigerian High Commission in London and how it connects Nigerians in the UK with their home country, according to a press statement from Yemi Edun.
