Jail Her in Africa – Seun Kuti Slams Kemi Badenoch for Insulting Ancestors

Afrobeat musician and activist Seun Kuti has called on African leaders to ban British Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch from entering the continent.

He went further, advocating that Badenoch be jailed should she set foot in Africa, accusing her of disrespecting African people and their ancestors with her remarks about colonialism.

Kuti’s comments come in the wake of Badenoch’s controversial statements, which have drawn widespread criticism. Badenoch reportedly emphasized her personal connection to her Yoruba heritage over a broader Nigerian identity, distancing herself from northern Nigeria and its association with groups like Boko Haram.

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She stated: “I find it interesting that everybody defines me as being Nigerian. I identify less with the country than with the specific ethnicity (Yoruba). I have nothing in common with the people from the north of the country, the Boko Haram where Islamism is.”

She also reflected on her role in British politics, saying, “My surname was a name for warriors who protected the crown, and that’s what I see myself as doing. I am here to protect and will die protecting this country because I know what’s out there.”

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Reacting strongly, Seun Kuti criticized Badenoch’s comments as deeply offensive, particularly her suggestion that Africans should compensate Europeans for colonialism. He stated:

“She’s praising colonial atrocities and demanding that we pay for the oppression, exploitation, and murder of millions of our ancestors. Someone like her should be banned from entering Africa entirely. If she does, she should face jail for her views.”

The exchange has sparked a heated debate, with Vice President Kashim Shettima also cautioning Badenoch against making remarks that denigrate Nigeria. Badenoch, however, maintained that she is not obligated to serve as an image ambassador for the country.

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