Sowore criticizes Nigerian youths following the election of 44-year-old Faye as Senegal’s president, stating that they aspire mainly to be Personal Assistants (PAs) to politicians.
During his appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Tuesday, Omoyele Sowore, the African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate for the 2023 Nigerian election, delved into the subject of Nigerian youth involvement in politics.
Sowore drew attention to a concerning trend where many young Nigerians appear more interested in securing positions as Personal Assistants to political figures such as the President and governors, rather than actively engaging in political processes and pursuing leadership roles themselves.
This commentary from Sowore came in the context of the recent inauguration of 44-year-old Bassirou Diomaye Faye as the President of Senegal, highlighting the contrast in political ambitions and aspirations between Nigerian youth and their counterparts in other African countries. The discussion initiated by Sowore underscores the need for greater youth empowerment, political education, and encouragement of active participation in shaping the future of Nigerian politics.
