
Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the UK Conservative Party, has once again voiced strong criticism of Nigeria’s leadership, cautioning that Britain must avoid replicating the “poor” governance that she claims has negatively impacted lives in her home country.
During her first major speech of the year on Thursday, Badenoch advocated for “real conservatism,” emphasizing the need for policies that would ensure a “better, richer, and safer” future for Britain’s younger generation. Her remarks highlighted her frustration with the prolonged issues of mismanagement and corruption that she associates with Nigeria’s government.
Badenoch, renowned for her candid remarks, had previously accused the Nigerian police of acting like “armed robbers,” alleging that they use intimidation against citizens. Her latest comments, however, have sparked significant backlash from Nigerian officials. Vice President Kashim Shettima, in a sharp response, suggested that Badenoch should change her name if she no longer wants to be linked to what he called “the greatest black nation on earth.”
Explaining her stance, Badenoch shared personal experiences of growing up in Nigeria, describing it as a country where her once-prosperous family faced financial ruin due to inflation. “Why this matters so much to me is because I know what it is like to have something and lose it. I don’t want Britain to lose what it has,” she remarked.
Badenoch also recounted her move to the UK at the age of 16, accompanied by her father’s last £100 and a hope for a better future. She expressed her determination to prevent Britain from experiencing the hardships that she believes stem from poor governance in Nigeria.
“When I came to the UK at 16, I had my father’s last £100 and the hope for a better future. I’ve experienced the consequences of a government that destroys lives, and I never, ever want that to happen here,” she said passionately.
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