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Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by johannu(m): 8:34pm On Dec 13, 2024
I can understand why those stealing Nigeria blind are lambasting the lady. But I feel pity for many of you whose future has been stolen by the thieving elite criticizing someone who is angry at your pitiable situation.
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by Mnana: 8:34pm On Dec 13, 2024
We all know that the northern don't associates their self,they kill their self in the name terrorism boko Haram kill their brothers and you want others to associates their self with you never .
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by Orch1981: 8:42pm On Dec 13, 2024
Tranquill:
Oga go take your mkpurumiri now I no get your time.
Them don tell you the truth now
Mpurunmiri na him be your conclusion?
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by cricifixo: 8:43pm On Dec 13, 2024
She no want una, na by force?
CyrusVI:
A lady that thinks demarketing her country is a big flex would prolly be inhumane in most of her actions and comments

She;s a Divisionist
You shouldnt expect much from her

My worry tho, is why we keep giving her this free publicity in our media space...She's British for godsake
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by lionphil(m): 8:43pm On Dec 13, 2024
Tranquill:
I have deliberately restrained myself from commenting on this lady’s unguarded statements but at this point I am beginning to wonder if she is in alignment or seeking for validation from ipob because she sounds really stupid and un British.

I will be very surprised if the conservatives don’t throw her out of office before any major or general election.

These silly talks will not make her the prime minister of Great Britain.
See this Godforsaken boko haram apologist. If you've refused to tell yourself the truth don't expect sane and decent individuals to tow the same line.

We need more people like her to call a spade a spade and not a spoon. We all know your parents who are non~entities brought up a fo.ol who can't speak truth to power.

Just shut it you slave... Let others be liberated since you have no future. Idiat
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by ThothHermes: 8:44pm On Dec 13, 2024
God1000:
I have nothing in common with the people from the north of the country, the Boko Haram where Islamism is,” she added.

This is very disrespectful, some things are better left unsaid


This will be used against her someday, I think she's fooling herself by saying she's more of a Yoruba than being a Nigerian, she will forever be seen as a UK citizen of Nigerian descent
Used against her how?
How is she fooling herself? You think a foolish person can become Tory leader?
Nigeria is not a country civilized people want to be associated with. Deal with it.
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by Omalicious1: 8:45pm On Dec 13, 2024
God1000:
I Have Nothing In Common With 'Boko Haram' Northern Nigeria – UK Party Leader, Kemi Badenoch Replies Vice-President [i]



https://saharareporters.com/2024/12/13/i-have-nothing-common-boko-haram-northern-nigeria-uk-party-leader-kemi-badenoch-replies?
Nigerians shouldn't join issues with this lady. She would definitely take us to the cleaners
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by ThothHermes: 8:45pm On Dec 13, 2024
CyrusVI:
A lady that thinks demarketing her country is a big flex would prolly be inhumane in most of her actions and comments

She;s a Divisionist
You shouldnt expect much from her

My worry tho, is why we keep giving her this free publicity in our media space...She's British for godsake
She is British ode. What is marketable about Nigeria especially with people like you in it?
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by Jids(m): 8:49pm On Dec 13, 2024
Nigerians are often not sincere with themselves. While they complain about their leaders and government, they are quick to attack anyone who echoes these sentiments to the outside world.

Davido faced heavy backlash online for speaking the truth.

Dele Farotimi was viciously criticized for calling out the corrupt system.

Kemi was labeled with names for her comments, which even prompted a response from a seemingly idle Vice President. She was born in Britain, she lived with her Nigerian parents, she's British not Nigerian.

What exactly did any of these three say about the country, its system, or its leaders that was untrue?
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by Agugbadin: 8:52pm On Dec 13, 2024
God1000:
I have nothing in common with the people from the north of the country, the Boko Haram where Islamism is,” she added.

This is very disrespectful, some things are better left unsaid


This will be used against her someday, I think she's fooling herself by saying she's more of a Yoruba than being a Nigerian, she will forever be seen as a UK citizen of Nigerian descent
But she is right and on point.
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by APOPTOSIS: 9:02pm On Dec 13, 2024
Edygrin:
Disrespectful as how?
Isn't that the truth?

You think she'll come back to contest election so that you'll vote an illiterate Muslim over her?

Is Northern Nigeria not the head quarters of Boko Haram and other Islamic terrorist?

Or is the truth too painful to hear?
Don't mind those infernos.
Always using elections and political appointments as barging chips.
Now they have seen a completely different Nigerian. Next is to tag her or her mom IPOB
The subhumans we have across Nigeria are just enormous hence the reason for the overwhelming colossal disasters.
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by seunayantokun(m): 9:03pm On Dec 13, 2024
What has Kemi said that's not correct? She just wouldn't live a life of deceit. In Nigeria, you kill and destroy for ethno-religious purposes and play up a good image so as to be a useful idiot. Sound good or say good , the consequences of your cause and course live with you.
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by SIRTee15: 9:08pm On Dec 13, 2024
Kemi needs a good PR. All these shalaye isn't necessary.
Focus on your job as conservative opposition leader and ignore distraction.
Emotional intelligence is a rare talents not common among politicians nowadays.
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by Orch1981: 9:09pm On Dec 13, 2024
Tflex01:
Your illustration is spot on.

Northerners don't like Kemi because she's anti-Islam. Igbos don't like Kemi, for obvious reasons, the name.. She can't afford not to have the support of her own people.
Why you Yorubas are so tribalistic
You just conclude Hausa hate her
Igbos hate her Omo I never see tribe like this Yoruba people I swear
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by Danadda06: 9:24pm On Dec 13, 2024
In 2010 while running for the UK Parliament and needed the support of Nigerians in the UK, Kemi was more proud to be a Nigerian than Yoruba. In 2024 that she is an established politician and now a UK party leader, Kemi is now more proud to be a Yoruba than a Nigerian.

Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by Dwightventures(m): 9:25pm On Dec 13, 2024
Someone needs to tell this nation of barbarians and their barbarian Vice President that the greatness of a society or nation is not measured by how well they're doing competing with mice and cockroaches to reproduce their failed lives with more failed lives.

I hate this country with every fibre of my being -- and it's not the flora and fauna that did anything wrong to me.

Useless people!
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by mozona(m): 9:25pm On Dec 13, 2024
is Yoruba not Nigeria... this one na damage control.
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by Calitoscassius(m): 9:29pm On Dec 13, 2024
Lordbinsmar:
Which yeye evidence.

Mumu man. Kemi is 100 percent correct. A sensible Yoruba man will identify first as a Yoruba, second based on his Sub-Yoruba ethnicity and last as a Nigerian.

To be in the same country as terrorist islamist is a bondage to the Yoruba race.
You need to stop what ever you are smoking , it has ruined your brain. cheesy because for some crazy reason you didn' t realise that i am saying the same thing you are saying. I agree with your sentiments on terrorist Naizooria.


Please, what does Mumu man mean? I couldn't find the meaning in English dictionary. Ciao!
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by adicius: 9:31pm On Dec 13, 2024
She said this long long time ago. Why didn't the reporters say something about it then. Why now when she became the conservative leader. Look she doesn't care about Nigeria, big deal, she has better and bigger fish to fry. She is not a corruptible politician like most of the Nigerian ones. Stop fishing out statements she made years ago, bringing the up now that she is in the main spotlight. Leave her alone, she won't be doing Nigeria any favours, I guarantee you that.




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Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by mmsen: 9:34pm On Dec 13, 2024
Tranquill:
I have deliberately restrained myself from commenting on this lady’s unguarded statements but at this point I am beginning to wonder if she is in alignment or seeking for validation from ipob because she sounds really stupid and un British.

I will be very surprised if the conservatives don’t throw her out of office before any major or general election.

These silly talks will not make her the prime minister of Great Britain.
What makes her sound un-British? There are many stupid people in that country, she would only be one of millions.
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by mmsen: 9:37pm On Dec 13, 2024
ThothHermes:
Used against her how?
How is she fooling herself? You think a foolish person can become Tory leader?
Nigeria is not a country civilized people want to be associated with. Deal with it.
They lost an election.

They have had a series of bad/failed leaders. It is very possible to be a foolish person and the head of a political party.

Donald Trump has just been elected the president of the USA. In years past George W. Bush held the same position. Neither is an intelligent man.
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by hedonido: 9:41pm On Dec 13, 2024
Tranquill:
I have deliberately restrained myself from commenting on this lady’s unguarded statements but at this point I am beginning to wonder if she is in alignment or seeking for validation from ipob because she sounds really stupid and un British.

I will be very surprised if the conservatives don’t throw her out of office before any major or general election.

These silly talks will not make her the prime minister of Great Britain.
You have to somehow bring in "IPOB" into your stupid comment because of the disgusting madness that runs in your family.
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by ike007(m): 9:43pm On Dec 13, 2024
Tranquill:
I have deliberately restrained myself from commenting on this lady’s unguarded statements but at this point I am beginning to wonder if she is in alignment or seeking for validation from IPOB because she sounds really stupid and un British.

I will be very surprised if the conservatives don’t throw her out of office before any major or general election.

These silly talks will not make her the prime minister of Great Britain.
How how how how ooh how IPOB take enter this matter now..how please tell me how..tell me oooooooohuh??
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by chatinent: 9:44pm On Dec 13, 2024
yinkeys:
Are you saying she’s not diplomatically savvy with words ?
You can say it that way too.
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by Babalola0920: 9:48pm On Dec 13, 2024
God1000:
I have nothing in common with the people from the north of the country, the Boko Haram where Islamism is,” she added.

This is very disrespectful remarks, some things are better left unsaid


This will be used against her someday, I think she's fooling herself by saying she's more of a Yoruba than being a Nigerian, she will forever be seen as a UK citizen of Nigerian descent
But you already said it and I hope the response would get your hurts much..
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by kolawo(m): 9:49pm On Dec 13, 2024
She's brutally honest. I like this aunty!
Very soon our Nation will be totally healed, and the dark alliance will be helpless.
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by Tranquill: 9:58pm On Dec 13, 2024
hedonido:
You have to somehow bring in "IPOB" into your stupid comment because of the disgusting madness that runs in your family.
ike007:
How how how how ooh how IPOB take enter this matter now..how please tell me how..tell me oooooooohuh??
She sounds very foolish and that is the trademark of ipob and its adherents both active and passive ces’t comprend?
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by ThothHermes: 10:01pm On Dec 13, 2024
mmsen:
They lost an election.

They have had a series of bad/failed leaders. It is very possible to be a foolish person and the head of a political party.
Lol
How do you define foolish? Policies you don't agree with?

Donald Trump has just been elected the president of the USA. In years past George W. Bush held the same position. Neither is an intelligent man.
Donald Trump is not intelligent? Are you clowning or something?
Donald Trump, one of the most accomplished individuals on the planet is not intelligent?Successful in business, successful politically, has overcome storms that would have destroyed any other political career. Two-time Time Person of the year. Has achieved what is the greatest comeback in US political history.
I really want to know who is intelligent in your eyes. Maybe aliens.

Wisdom is justified by her children -- Matthew 11:19
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by Umuinyioku: 10:09pm On Dec 13, 2024
Tranquill:
I have deliberately restrained myself from commenting on this lady’s unguarded statements but at this point I am beginning to wonder if she is in alignment or seeking for validation from ipob because she sounds really stupid and un British.

I will be very surprised if the conservatives don’t throw her out of office before any major or general election.

These silly talks will not make her the prime minister of Great Britain.
She will. Prime Minister of Great Britain in future.

Mark my words!
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by Umuinyioku: 10:15pm On Dec 13, 2024
OMBIIGA:
She is just being plain!! Let your yes be yes and no be no . No political correctness.
At these point, we need to look at our self in the mirror and change our ways.
Exactly.
That's it. Let's look at the mirror and correct those things that demarket us.
A lot of things going wrong and the world are taking notice.
Re: Kemi Badenoch: I Identify More As A Yoruba Than A Nigerian by Konquest: 10:16pm On Dec 13, 2024
God1000:
I Have Nothing In Common With 'Boko Haram' Northern Nigeria – UK Party Leader, Kemi Badenoch Replies Vice-President [i]

Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the United Kingdom's Conservative Party, has stated that she identifies more with her Yoruba heritage than with Nigeria as a whole.

In an interview with The Spectator, Badenoch expressed that she feels little connection to northern Nigeria, which she described as a "haven for Islamism and Boko Haram."

“I find it interesting that everybody defines me as being Nigerian. I identify less with the country than with the specific ethnicity (Yoruba),” she remarked.

“I have nothing in common with the people from the north of the country, the Boko Haram where Islamism is,” she added.



Her comments have drawn significant backlash from many Nigerians, including high-profile figures.

Among her critics is Nigeria’s vice-president, Kashim Shettima, who recently told Badenoch she could change her name if she wished to disassociate from Nigeria, calling it the “greatest black nation on earth.”

Despite the criticism, Badenoch has doubled down on her stance, asserting that her true identity lies in her Yoruba roots.

She added, "Somebody once told me when I was very young that my surname was a name for people who were warriors. They protected the crown, and that’s what I see myself as doing.”

She further emphasised, “I am here to protect and I will die protecting this country because I know what’s out there.”


Meanwhile, Saharareporters earlier reported that Vice President, Kashim Shettima, accused Kemi of disparaging her country of origin, Nigeria.

He had made the statement on Monday during the 10th Annual Migration Dialogue at the State House in Abuja.

Shettima said, “Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the British Labour or Conservative Party. We are proud of her in spite of her efforts at denigrating her nation of origin.”

He further added, “She is entitled to her own opinions; she has even every right to remove the Kemi from her name but that does not underscore the fact that the greatest black nation on earth is the nation called Nigeria.”

The Vice President highlighted Nigeria’s significance on the world stage, stating, “One out of every three, four black men is a Nigerian and by 2050, Nigeria will surpass the United States, and will be the third most populous nation on earth.”


https://saharareporters.com/2024/12/13/i-have-nothing-common-boko-haram-northern-nigeria-uk-party-leader-kemi-badenoch-replies?
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