Eva Omaghomi Leaves Buckingham Palace Amidst Royal Racial Tensions

Eva Omaghomi, King Charles's most senior black aide, resigned from her position as director of community engagement at Buckingham Palace as of last month. Appointed in July 2021 during a period of heightened racial tensions within the Royal Family, she had worked in the Royal Household for 13 years. Her role focused on improving relations with minority groups in the UK and beyond. Omaghomi’s departure comes after significant discussions surrounding race within the monarchy, spurred by claims made during the 2021 interview of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with Oprah Winfrey. The interview raised questions about racism and unconscious bias within the Royal Family, prompting the Palace to adopt a new diversity strategy aimed at increasing ethnic minority representation among staff. Despite her resignation, Omaghomi is expected to continue advising the King on community engagement matters. Palace insiders have expressed sadness over her decision to leave, highlighting her valued contribution to the Royal Family over the years. Following her resignation, the Palace remains committed to its inclusion strategy, aiming to have 14 percent of its staff from ethnic minority backgrounds by 2025. The broader implications of these developments underscore ongoing efforts to address historical issues of race within the monarchy.