A former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has cautioned former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, over comments he made about the Yoruba people.
In an interview earlier this week, Babachir claimed that Yorubas could not be trusted, alleging that if you attend a meeting where 99% of participants are from the tribe, they would likely conclude the discussion in their language.
He further stated: “The problem with the Yoruba is that when you support them and they win, they behave as if they have subdued you. They will not acknowledge your support.”
Responding in a post on X on Wednesday, Fani-Kayode warned: “I advise you to be very careful with your words and your characterisation of an entire race, my dear brother Babachir Lawal.”
“You know I have a soft spot for you, but attacking the Yoruba race does not strengthen your case. It diminishes you, weakens your argument, and destroys your credibility.”
Fani-Kayode also reminded Babachir that President Bola Tinubu nominated him for the SGF position in the late Muhammadu Buhari’s government.