A prominent Yoruba diaspora organization, Yoruba One Voice (YOV), has criticized the Nigerian government's reaction to Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the British Conservative Party, after she expressed skepticism about Nigeria's functionality. YOV argues that the government should focus on addressing Nigeria's internal issues rather than attacking Badenoch, whose views reflect the disillusionment felt by many Nigerians abroad.
A prominent Yoruba diaspora organization, Yoruba One Voice (YOV), has urged the Nigerian Federal Government to focus on addressing pressing national issues rather than targeting Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the British Conservative Party. The group, in a statement signed by its General Secretary, Prince Adedokun Ademiluyi, expressed disappointment over the backlash Badenoch has faced following her comments about Nigeria.
Badenoch recently made headlines after stating her lack of belief in Nigeria as a functioning entity. According to YOV, her remarks reflected the frustrations of many Nigerians abroad who continue to grapple with the realities of corruption, insecurity, and economic instability in their home country. 'Kemi Badenoch is entitled to her opinion and belief. Her statement was made in good faith and represented the views of countless Nigerians in the diaspora who feel disillusioned about the state of the nation. Instead of attacking her, the Federal Government should address the underlying issues that have tarnished Nigeria’s global image,’ Ademiluyi said. Ademiluyi emphasized that Badenoch’s achievements as a Yoruba woman in the UK should be celebrated, not criticized. He pointed out that many Nigerians abroad share similar sentiments but lack the platform to voice their concerns publicly. 'The growing insecurity, injustice, and corruption in Nigeria make it difficult for many Nigerians in the diaspora to proudly identify with the country. Kemi Badenoch’s words should serve as a wake-up call for the government to take meaningful action to restore faith in the nation,’ he stated. Ademiluyi referenced the increasing trend of Nigerians renouncing their citizenship for foreign passports, popularly known as the 'Japa syndrome.' He lamented the mass exodus of skilled professionals, including over 100,000 doctors and nurses, and Nigeria’s strained diplomatic relations with countries like the United Arab Emirates and South Africa
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