Nigeria: I grew up in a poor country, and I watch my wealthy family becoming poor – Kemi Badenoch

According to Sahara reporters, Kemi Badenoch, leader of the UK Conservative Party, delivered a sharp critique of Nigeria’s leadership in her first speech of the year on Thursday....CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE➤

She warned that Britain must not follow the path of what she described as “poor” governance, which she argued has led to the destruction of lives in her home country.

Badenoch, who has been vocal on issues of governance, emphasized the importance of “real conservatism” and the need for a brighter future for the younger generation in Britain. Her speech centered around creating a “better, richer, and safer” environment for future generations.

Badenoch’s comments were framed within the context of growing dissatisfaction with what she perceives as the consequences of Nigeria’s prolonged mismanagement and corruption. Having grown up in Nigeria, she expressed concerns about the lasting impact of such governance on her home country. She noted that her own family, once wealthy, experienced a decline in fortune due to the country’s leadership challenges. This personal experience, she said, shaped her views on governance and her commitment to a more stable future for younger generations.

The Conservative Party leader’s remarks were delivered amidst ongoing discussions about leadership and corruption in Nigeria. She has been an outspoken critic of the Nigerian police, calling them “armed robbers” in the past, due to what she described as their intimidating behavior toward citizens. This new round of criticism against Nigerian leadership has only intensified the scrutiny around her statements.

In response to Badenoch’s latest remarks, Nigerian officials, including Vice President Kashim Shettima, expressed strong disapproval. Shettima, in a public statement, urged Badenoch to reconsider her position, suggesting that she change her name if she no longer wished to be associated with Nigeria. He took issue with her comments about the country’s leadership and suggested that her criticisms were unfounded and unfair.

Despite the backlash, Badenoch’s position on Nigeria’s governance remains unchanged. She has continued to speak out against what she sees as the systemic failures in her home country, highlighting the negative impact on citizens’ lives. Her comments, while divisive, have also drawn attention to the challenges faced by nations grappling with mismanagement and corruption.

She said: “I grew up in a poor country, and I watch my wealthy family becoming poor. ...CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE➤