If you had asked me years ago what I thought about politics, I probably would have shrugged, laughed, and changed the topic to food, fashion, or the latest Nollywood gist. Politics felt distant, like something that lived on TV screens, in newspapers, or in the mouths of loud uncles during Christmas rice and chicken.
But life has a way of maturing you, sometimes gently, sometimes with a small koboko.
Over time, my political views have shifted from casual curiosity to intentional awareness. I used to think politics was simply about elections and winning. Now, I see clearly that politics is about everyday life: the fuel price, the hospital you rush to, the school your children attend, the security of your street, even the price of tomatoes in the market. Politics is not far away — it is in your kitchen.
Growing up, I believed leaders were automatically interested in the welfare of their people. With age, experience, and observation — especially of Nigerian politics — I realized that many times, governments can be painfully inconsiderate of their citizens. Roads are bad, light is blinking like a disco, hospitals lack basic supplies, salaries are delayed like a slow network…and yet citizens are expected to “adjust and endure.” The resilience of Nigerians is powerful, but no citizen should have to suffer endlessly because of poor governance.
This reality changed how I think.
I moved from:
- blind hope ➝ to informed awareness
- complaining ➝ to asking questions
- silence ➝ to using my voice, even if softly
I now believe that being politically aware doesn’t mean you must join a party, argue online every day, or fight in beer parlors. It means paying attention, voting when you can, holding leaders accountable, and teaching the next generation that citizenship also comes with voice and responsibility.
My political views today are rooted in compassion. I believe leadership should prioritize people — real people — not power, not ego, not pockets. I dream of a Nigeria where the government is intentional, empathetic, and truly servant-focused. We are not asking for luxury; just dignity, fairness, and a system that works.
So yes — my political views have changed.
I am still hopeful. Not blindly. Not naively. But intentionally — hoping that one day, governance will genuinely reflect care for citizens and that our country will live up to its enormous potential.
Until then, I stay aware, I stay prayerful, and I keep my voter’s card like gold.
Peace!
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