Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s recent visit to Nigeria, seemingly done to promote the Invictus Games, has caused quite a stir within the Royal Family. It has sparked anger from King Charles and Prince William, who see the trip as an unofficial Royal tour. Royal expert Tom Quinn reveals that this move has left Charles angrier than ever, with William determined to prevent such incidents in the future. The Nigerians treated Meghan and Harry as if it were an official visit, with receptions, school visits, and more, leading to concerns within the Royal Family that the couple is defying their position as non-working royals.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s unofficial tour of Nigeria has added fuel to the fire, further upsetting the senior royals. The Royal author suggests that Meghan and Harry’s actions indicate a disregard for their status as non-working royals. William and Charles are trying to figure out how to handle this situation, as the couple’s behavior seems to imply that they will do as they please, regardless of the Royal Family’s wishes. The unofficial Nigerian tour gave off the impression that Meghan and Harry were still fully committed working royals, even though they had stepped down from their roles in 2020. This move has intensified the tension between the Sussexes and the rest of the Royal Family.
Reflecting on Meghan and Harry’s visit to Nigeria, Mr. Quinn notes that the manner in which the tour was conducted has only served to aggravate the apprehensions of the senior royals. Every aspect of the trip mirrored an official Royal visit, from speeches to charity events, suggesting that the couple is not ready to let go of their royal status. The senior royals view this as a challenge to their authority, with Meghan and Harry seemingly declaring their intent to operate as working royals on their own terms. The Nigeria trip has highlighted the divide between the Sussexes and the Royal Family, raising questions about control and protocol.
The Nigerian tour has been labeled as a ‘mini royal tour’ due to its semblance to an official visit, further fueling tensions between Meghan and Harry and the Royal Family. The couple’s actions have been interpreted as a deliberate attempt to defy the transition to non-working royals, causing distress among the senior royals. The incident highlights a deepening rift within the Royal Family, with Charles and William struggling to manage the situation. Meghan and Harry’s behavior seems to suggest a rejection of the limitations placed on their roles, as they continue to act in a manner consistent with their time as full-time working royals. The unofficial Nigerian tour serves as a manifestation of a broader conflict within the Royal Family.
