Timi Frank Slams Tinubu's UK Visit as Insensitive

Timi Frank, a political activist and former deputy national public secretary of the Progressive Congress, condemned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's visit to the UK as "insensitive" and "embarrassing," especially following deadly attacks in Maiduguri that resulted in 23 deaths and over 100 injuries. Frank's statement highlighted that the visit occurred just 24 hours after the attacks, showing a lack of empathy towards the Nigerian people.

He accused the UK government of complicity in Nigeria's challenges, criticizing their issuance of hundreds of visas for the delegation while Nigerian citizens mourned. Frank expressed disappointment that King Charles III did not raise concerns about Nigeria's security situation during his visit, contrasting it with former U.S.

President Donald Trump's approach to similar issues. He warned that the visit could be seen as endorsing the failures of Tinubu's administration and urged Nigerians to remain vigilant ahead of the 2027 general elections, emphasizing the need for credible electoral processes.