The Federal government under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has slammed British Conservative Party politician, Kemi Badenoch, over her recent remarks about Nigeria.
The government described her recent comments about Nigeria as offensive and uninformed and suggested that the UK send her back home for proper education.
Badenoch, who is of Nigerian descent and currently serves as the UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade, has developed a trait of giving negative remarks about Nigeria during interviews or while addressing groups of people.
She said in a recent interview that she left Nigeria because the country was governed by terrible people adding that Britain must not be allowed to descend into similar governance standards.
Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy and Strategy, Daniel Bwala accused Badenoch of deliberately attacking her country of origin to appease Britain’s far-right political base and advance her political ambitions.
He said “She needs proper education. She should be sent back to Nigeria to understand that every country has its challenges. You don’t gain relevance by running down your roots.”
He compared her to former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, who never attacked his ancestry to promote his political career.
The Presidency also dismissed concerns that Badenoch’s constant negative remarks could affect foreign investment in Nigeria as she holds no executive authority over such matters and that investors are capable of making informed decisions for themselves.
Kemi Badenoch’s remarks have have continued to generate mixed reactions both in the UK and Nigeria with many critics accusing her of attacking Nigeria to gain political advantage while some support her position.
