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January 31, 2025 10:22 amAs Nigeria approaches the 2027 general election, the reality of our democracy once again reveals its deep flaws.
The ruling class has benefited from this ignorance for years, and they have no incentive to change it. Instead of engaging voters on issues, they continue to run personality-driven campaigns, offering handouts, making vague promises, and exploiting the desperation of the masses.In a truly informed democracy, debates would be policy-driven, and leaders would be elected based on their competence, not their charisma or tribal identity. But here in Nigeria, the reverse is the case.
It is a dangerous game. Nations that prioritize regional interests over national unity often end up divided, unstable, and unable to progress. Nigeria has spent decades on this path, and if we do not change course, we will continue to elect leaders who serve only their ethnic base rather than the entire country.
• End the politics of regional entitlement: Leadership must be about competence and capacity, not tribal loyalty.
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