Meghan's 'Cake Dress' and Prince Harry stir criticism campaign during Nigeria visit

Published May 11th, 2024 - 04:48 GMT
 Harry and Meghan Markle
Britain's Prince Harry (L), Duke of Sussex, and Britain's Meghan (R), Duchess of Sussex, meet with children during their visit at the Lightway Academy in Abuja on May 10, 2024 as they visit Nigeria as part of celebrations of Invictus Games anniversary. (Photo by Kola SULAIMON / AFP)

ALBAWABA - Fan engagement with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex in Abuja, Nigeria, was enthusiastic. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle met fans, took selfies, and visited schools to promote the Invictus Games in Africa.

Nigeria's military welcomed Prince Harry, who founded the Invictus Games in 2014, to meet with Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa. Invictus Games in Germany had a great influence on Nigerian soldiers, the General said.

Meghan and Prince Harry visited a Nigerian school, where campaigners labeled her dress "cake-like". Social media activists slammed her outfit as unsuitable for a British duchess. Others spoke about their marital life, describing it as miserable and highlighting their lack of harmony.

A recent edition of Newsweek's The Royal Report podcast examined Prince Harry and King Charles III's rocky relationship and a critical occasion that aggravated tensions.

In the podcast, Prince Harry and King Charles III argued over Meghan Markle after Queen Elizabeth II died. Sources said Harry's tantrum over his father's purported rejection of Meghan Markle may have exacerbated royal family relations.

Prince Harry's 2023 biography, which recalls a phone call with his father, showed his fury and protection of Meghan Markle in the face of contempt. In the biography, Charles reportedly resisted having Meghan join them at Balmoral, forcing Harry to fiercely defend his wife.

The podcast noticed Harry's fierce temper but also the memoir's lack of Charles' viewpoint and the King's silence on Harry's charges. The program showed how Queen Elizabeth II's death complicated emotions and royal family administration.

Newsweek's leading royal reporter said that sadness may affect family communication and decision-making. Prince Harry's relationship with King Charles III and the monarchy's future are still uncertain after his recent visit to the UK failed to reconcile them.

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