Folajimi-Olubumni Adewole was 20 when he died trying to rescue a woman from the River Thames.
By Charlotte SimpsonA man who died trying to rescue a woman from the River Thames was described as "the best of all of us" as a plaque was unveiled in memory of him.A plaque honouring him has been unveiled in Cathedral Square by London Bridge, where he jumped in.
His brother Bolaji told BBC Newsbeat he hoped the recognition would "inspire other people to be a hero".Jimi, from South London, was on his way home from work when he went into the water with another would-be rescuer, Joaquim Garcia.His body was recovered about six hours later near London Bridge.His mum Olasunkanmi, who regularly visits the spot, said she was "so happy" to see the tribute.
Jimi's best friend Bernard Kosia was with him on the night. He didn't follow him into the water because he can't swim."Being able to see the plaque, and being able to share this moment today with everyone, means everything to me. "Standing here today knowing that this is for him, and that he can live on even when I'm dead, I'm at peace," he said, adding: "He made me into a better man. I want to say thank you, Jimi."Mayor of London Sadiq Khan, who also attended, said Jimi "was the best of all of us".Follow Newsbeat on
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