Mahdi Shehu has criticised a remark by Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, in which she stated that the country is gaining global recognition despite its security and economic challenges.
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Reacting via his verified X account on Tuesday, Mahdi Shehu dismissed the claim as misleading, arguing that Nigeria is not earning global respect but is instead being perceived negatively on the international stage.
“It is a lie. Maybe Remi is mistaken Nigeria for Niger Republic.”
Mahdi Shehu said Nigeria is currently being seen and treated as a laughing stock.
He pointed to what he described as visible signs of national failure.
According to him, the country is facing decay, hunger, starvation, extremely high unemployment and visible symptoms of revolt.”
He also criticised the First Lady personally, urging her to reassess her position.
“Pastor Remi should go back to the drawing table and get more educated on the dangers facing Nigeria under her globetrotting husband,” he said.
The First Lady had reportedly made the remarks on global recognition during an appearance on Fox News while on a visit to the United States, following an acknowledgment by U.S. President, Donald Trump at the 74th U.S. National Prayer Breakfast in Washington.
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