Timi Frank, a former deputy national publicity secretary for the All Progressives Congress (APC), has denounced President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s trip to the UK.
In a statement released on Thursday, he claimed that the President’s travel is callous and insulting given the recent horrific attacks in Maiduguri, Borno State.
His remarks were made on Wednesday at the Quadrangle of Windsor Castle in Windsor, where President Tinubu and First Lady Remi Tinubu were hosted by King Charles III and other UK royals.
Frank responded by accusing the UK government of being “complicit” in Nigeria’s problems and claiming that the visit’s timing—just 24 hours after the alleged killings—showed a lack of compassion for the country’s bereaved citizens.
“I’m curious as to how President Tinubu managed to fly within 24 hours following fatalities.
“He and his entourage of ministers and senior security officials decided to go on a state visit, celebrating and drinking champagne, while Nigerians are dying, at a time when the entire world is expressing concern over the tragedy in Nigeria,” Frank stated.
He said that the trip had brought “huge disgrace and embarrassment” for the nation, pointing out that while government leaders were participating in ceremonial festivities overseas, locals were still grieving the victims of violence.
He claims that the President’s actions “clearly show he does not value Nigerians, particularly those in the North.”
This behavior demonstrates his lack of concern and goes beyond mere insensitivity. Frank said, “He has essentially left the people to their fate.
The UK is celebrating Nigeria’s collapse rather than its advancement.
Nigerians have nothing to gain from this visit. Frank said, “It is about elevating and legitimizing a leader whose record is highly questioned.
