BADENOCH DISTANCES HERSELF FROM NIGERIAN IDENTITY
BADENOCH DISTANCES HERSELF FROM NIGERIAN IDENTITY
Kemi Badenoch, a prominent UK cabinet minister and senior Conservative Party member, has stated that she no longer identifies as Nigerian and has not held a Nigerian passport for over two decades.
Born in the UK to Nigerian parents, Badenoch spent part of her childhood in Nigeria before returning to Britain at 16. Her comments come amid discussions about identity and heritage in politics. While some Nigerians have previously claimed her as one of their own, Badenoch’s remarks clarify her personal stance on nationality.
As a key figure in UK politics, her perspective adds to broader conversations about dual heritage, citizenship, and belonging in an increasingly globalized world.