In a post on X, Sani challenged older Nigerians who criticise younger office holders on social media to channel their energy into practical political engagement. He also referenced recent surveys indicating that Nigerian youths are more active on social media than in mainstream politics, describing the trend as unhelpful for democratic development. Sani encouraged young Nigerians not to be discouraged by perceptions that politics is only for the wealthy, stressing that many of those currently in power did not have easy beginnings. “You need to hear the story of most of those you see in power today; it wasn’t an easy ride from the beginning,” Sani said. Several groups have also called on political parties to lower barriers to entry for young aspirants, including high nomination fees, which critics say discourage grassroots participation.

Source: The Guardian January 10, 2026 14:15 UTC