Born in the UK but nurtured primarily in Nigeria, the leader of the Conservative Party has frequently talked about growing up in a corrupt nation filled with fear and insecurity.
Kashim Shettima, the vice president of Nigeria, said on Monday that Badenoch might “remove the Kemi from her name” if she didn’t feel proud of her “nation of origin.”
Badenoch’s spokesperson responded that Shettima “stands by what she says” and “is not the PR for Nigeria” when asked about her remarks.
What does Kemi Badenoch, the new Tory leader, stand for?
Following the historic Tory leadership victory, Badenoch promises change.
Kemi Badenoch feels the Conservatives made a mistake with immigration.
“She is the leader of the opposition and she is very proud of her leadership of the opposition in this country,” he said.
