Nigerian Leaders Must Respect Themselves First – Ndume
Lawmaker representing Borno South senatorial district,
Senator Ali Ndume has weighed in on the recent denial of a Canadian visa to Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, General Christopher Musa.
Ndume believes that Nigerian leaders need to earn respect from the international community by respecting themselves first.
Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Ndume said, “You brought about the CDS drama and how the NSA reacted or overreacted. In the first place, There’s no doubt that that is a kind of disrespect to Nigeria, but you have to respect yourself first.”
Ndume’s comments come after General Musa was denied a visa to attend an event in Canada honoring fallen heroes. The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, had reacted strongly to the denial, saying Canada “can go to hell”.
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However, Ndume took a more measured approach, suggesting that Nigerian leaders should focus on earning respect rather than demanding it.
“They should have written to them, inviting them.
“If they don’t get the visa, they don’t go,” he said.
Ndume also emphasized the importance of Nigerian leaders prioritizing their own country.
“I don’t go anywhere. And I’m a Senator.
“Nigeria is my country,” he said.
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