UK Politics: Fani-Kayode Allegedly Criticizes Kemi Badenoch, Saying She'll Be Discarded Like Trash After her Usefulness
In a recent public dispute, Femi Fani-Kayode, a former Nigerian Aviation Minister, and Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the United Kingdom's Conservative Party, have found themselves at odds over issues of national identity and citizenship. Fani-Kayode has strongly criticized Badenoch, a senior British politician of Nigerian descent, accusing her of dismissing Nigerian identity in favour of British nationalism.
The conflict began when Badenoch described Britain as her home, a statement which Fani-Kayode interpreted as a rejection or denigration of Nigerian identity. This has sparked a debate between them about what defines citizenship and national belonging. Badenoch emphasizes loyalty to the UK as her country, while Fani-Kayode contests that stance, viewing it as a betrayal or lack of genuine connection to Nigeria.
Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), also joined the conversation, criticizing Badenoch for her claim that Nigerian law does not allow her to confer citizenship on her children because she is a woman. Dabiri-Erewa stated that this claim was misleading and entirely untrue, pointing out that Section 25(1)(c) of Nigeria's 1999 Constitution states that a person born outside Nigeria is a citizen by birth if either parent is a Nigerian.
Fani-Kayode's criticism of Badenoch has been severe, with him comparing her to used toilet paper in his response. Badenoch has not directly addressed Fani-Kayode's criticisms in the public domain, but critical responses and analyses of her political positions have appeared in related commentary.
The ongoing dispute between Fani-Kayode and Badenoch touches on broader themes of citizenship, allegiance, and diasporic identity, with each figure representing contrasting views: Badenoch foregrounds integration and loyalty to the UK, while Fani-Kayode emphasizes ethnic and national roots in Nigeria.
References:
- BBC News
- The Guardian
- Punch Nigeria
- Daily Trust
- Vanguard
Dabiri-Erewa appeared on Hard Copy, a Channels Television programme on Friday, to discuss the issue further. The dispute between Fani-Kayode and Badenoch continues to generate discussions about the meaning of national loyalty and the complexities of diasporic identity.
- Tinubu, the former Nigerian Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, has been vocal about his disagreements with Kemi Badenoch, a British Conservative Party leader of Nigerian descent, over national identity and citizenship issues.
- The general news outlets, such as BBC News, The Guardian, Punch Nigeria, Daily Trust, and Vanguard, have covered the ongoing dispute between Fani-Kayode and Badenoch, delving into themes of citizenship, allegiance, and diasporic identity.
- The Presidency of Nigeria and policy-and-legislation regarding migration and war-and-conflicts may be influenced by this debate, given the contrasting views held by Fani-Kayode and Badenoch on national loyalty and diasporic identity.
- Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), has weighed in on the dispute, with her comments highlighting the misconceptions about Nigerian citizenship law.
