Columnist Owei Lakemfa has issued a sharp critique of Jimoh Ibrahim, describing the businessman’s recent actions as “absurd theatrics” that could potentially jeopardise Nigeria’s interests.
In his latest commentary, Lakemfa argued that Ibrahim’s approach to international affairs demonstrates a fundamental lack of understanding regarding diplomatic protocols and the role of global institutions. The columnist warned that Ibrahim’s conduct poses a risk to the nation’s standing in the international arena.
The critique, which appeared in a piece published by Premium Times, suggests that Ibrahim’s lack of professional diplomatic training makes him “a disaster waiting to happen.”
Concerns over diplomatic competence
Lakemfa’s assessment follows a previous observation made in July, where he argued that Ibrahim’s grasp of international relations was flawed. According to the columnist, Ibrahim has previously mischaracterised the manner in which the United Nations intervenes in the internal affairs of sovereign nations.
The commentator specifically advised Ibrahim to study the UN Charter, including its primary resolutions and established practices, to prevent the spread of misinformation. Lakemfa’s concern centres on the potential fallout when individuals without a technical understanding of international law attempt to influence matters of global diplomacy.
The tension between the public pronouncements of private individuals and official state diplomacy is a recurring point of discussion in Nigerian political circles. When prominent figures make claims regarding international bodies like the UN without technical grounding, it can lead to diplomatic friction or the misrepresentation of the Nigerian government’s official positions.
While Jimoh Ibrahim remains a well-known figure in the Nigerian business and political landscape, Lakemfa maintains that his recent actions are disconnected from the realities of global statecraft. The columnist’s remarks point to a broader debate regarding the responsibility of public figures when discussing sensitive foreign policy issues.
Jimoh Ibrahim has not yet released an official statement addressing Lakemfa’s claims regarding his knowledge of the UN Charter or his diplomatic competence.
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