The First Moslem Lord Major

The first muslim Lord Major in Leicester, England has been sworn. The ceremony held on Thursday (5/17) at The Town Hall.

In an inauguration , Abdul Osman was officially becomes a Lord Major in Leicester. He was sworn in front of the members of  Leicester City Council. Previously, Abdul Osman was joining the council since 1966, and he takes over from Robb Wann.

“It's an important year, with the Diamond Jubilee and the Olympics, so it's a privilege for me to hold office with everything that's going on.” Abdul Osman said.

"I want to focus on visiting the communities and raising the profile of the office of Lord Mayor,” he added.

Osman was born in Kenya then arrived in the UK in 1971 .

He declared that he will keep the promises properly. Aside from to developing the city, he will make a good connection with the citizens.

 Abdul Osman is the first Muslim who hold the authority of Lord Major in Leicester.

He also said, "I'm proud to be the first Muslim councilor to hold the position – we've had Christian, Hindu, Sikh and now I'm able to bring the Islamic faith to the office which is a great honor."




Ghinanda Dhiva

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