The RIBA celebrated the inauguration of its new president, Muyiwa Oki, with an event at Portland Place last night. Guests included former RIBA presidents and a diverse group of figures from across architectural practice, education, and the wider built environment sector.

Oki, who took office on 1 September, told BD: “I’m feeling proud and honoured. Looking around at the diversity here this evening, I feel this is just the beginning. I’m also a little daunted by the history, but ready to get on with the job.”

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