Femi Fani-Kayode, the former Nigerian Minister of Aviation, has strongly criticized Kemi Badenoch, leader of the United Kingdom’s Conservative Party, over her recent comments about Nigeria. Badenoch had shared her personal experience of growing up in Nigeria, calling it a place filled with fear, insecurity, and corruption. These remarks led to a public clash with Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima.

He said: “No you are not & neither do we need or want you to. You are however doing PR for the House Ni*gers Association & the racist, fascist scum that constitutes the far right wing of your adopted country. Do us a favour by shutting your foul mouth, dropping ‘Kemi’ as your name & changing it to ‘Aunty Jemimah’ instead.”

During a recent event in Abuja, Shettima responded to Badenoch’s comments, accusing her of belittling Nigeria. He suggested that if Badenoch was not proud of her country of origin, she should consider removing the name “Kemi” from hers.

Badenoch, however, stood by her statement, insisting that she was not trying to act as a public relations spokesperson for Nigeria. In her response, she reiterated that her personal experience shaped her views, and she would not back down.

Fani-Kayode weighed in on the dispute, expressing his belief that Nigeria did not need Badenoch’s approval or commentary. He criticized her remarks, showing strong disapproval for her comments about the country.

This exchange highlights ongoing tensions between some Nigerian officials and public figures abroad, especially over the portrayal of Nigeria in international discourse.