- He stressed that determination, consistency and grassroots connection remain more important than money in the long run
- According to him, political change requires presence, sacrifice and participation beyond digital activism
- Sani argued that genuine political influence cannot be achieved through comment sections and hashtags alone
Former Kaduna Central lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has challenged Nigerians in their middle age bracket to stop watching politics from the sidelines and begin taking direct responsibility for leadership at all levels.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the outspoken activist made the call in a post shared on X on Saturday, urging citizens in their 30s, 40s and 50s to move away from endless online arguments and step into party politics, especially as younger Nigerians increasingly occupy elective offices.
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Sani argued that genuine political influence cannot be achieved through comment sections and hashtags alone, insisting that those dissatisfied with governance must be willing to register with political parties, build structures, and present themselves for elections.
He dismissed claims that Nigerian youths are more active on social media than in politics, describing such narratives as misleading and counterproductive to real civic engagement.
According to him, political change requires presence, sacrifice and participation beyond digital activism.
Encouraging potential aspirants, Sani advised Nigerians not to be intimidated by financial constraints, noting that many current leaders also started their political journeys without wealth.
He stressed that determination, consistency and grassroots connection remain more important than money in the long run.
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