A YouGov poll has revealed that a majority of Conservative voters are uncertain about Kemi Badenoch?s suitability as prime minister, casting doubt on her leadership prospects as she approaches 100 days as party leader.

According to the survey, while 48 percent of 2024 Conservative voters view Badenoch as a potential prime minister, only 26 percent believe she would perform well in the role. Among the general electorate, just 14 percent think she has what it takes to lead the country.

Badenoch, known for her tough stance on immigration, faces scepticism from opposition voters.

The poll found that 39 percent of respondents from Labour, Liberal Democrat, and Reform UK supporters view her as untrustworthy while only 19 percent consider her trustworthy.

Additionally, 39 percent described her as unlikeable, compared to 24 percent who view her favourably.

Despite these mixed perceptions, she retains some support among Conservative voters.

The poll indicated that 56 percent of the party?s base approve of her leadership, while 17 percent rate her performance negatively.

The survey results come amid growing challenges for the Conservative Party, with another poll placing it third behind Labour and Reform UK in voter preference.

Born in the UK to Nigerian parents, Badenoch has championed stricter immigration measures, recently proposing that immigrants must reside in the UK for at least 15 years before becoming eligible for a British passport.

?Britain is our home, it?s not a hotel,? Badenoch asserted. ?It?s time to tell the truth on immigration and propose real plans. I want to reduce immigration and make living here actually mean something. I?m announcing that the Conservative Party is going to do things differently,? she stated. (The Nation)

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