The Nigerian Presidency has strongly criticized recent remarks made by UK Business and Trade Secretary, Kemi Badenoch, regarding Nigeria. In a statement, a presidential spokesperson labeled Badenoch’s comments as a “cock and bull story” and outright lies, accusing her of misrepresenting facts about the country.
While the specifics of Badenoch’s claims were not detailed in the Presidency’s response, her comments reportedly touched on Nigeria’s economic policies and governance. The Presidency condemned the remarks as baseless and aimed at tarnishing the country’s image.
This development comes as Nigeria continues to navigate challenges in fostering international partnerships and addressing domestic economic concerns. The Presidency has reiterated its commitment to addressing misinformation and defending the nation’s reputation on the global stage.
Observers see this exchange as part of broader tensions in diplomatic relations between Nigeria and the UK, especially regarding trade and economic matters.
