[OPINION BY IBRAHEEM ABDULLATEEF] 2023: Memo to APC, PDP on youth inclusion | TheCable
On the eventful Boxing Day 2021, the Nigerian media was awash with my statement of appeal to the two biggest political parties in Nigeria, All Progressives Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party on the review of nomination form fees for office seekers under 35 years old in the 2023 elections, to deepen inclusion, and strengthen national democracy. 43 days later, none of these parties have made any official statement on the matter. We must sustain the tempo until the cause is achieved.
In a similar vein, the gubernatorial expression of interest and nomination form of the ruling APC attracted N2.5 million and N20 million respectively. As it stands today, the exorbitant fees for nomination forms are mitigating against the legitimate ambition of over 65% of credible, capable young Nigerians to run for elective offices. It also encourages corruption and godfatherism, fuels the orgy for violent, do-or-die electoral practices in the country, while deepening the gap between the rich and have-nots in our society. No party must retain those crazy fees for the 2023 elections.
It obviously no longer sells stories about the non-participation of young people in politics. What is new is the understanding that there has been no space for them in the leadership. From communication to organising, and even campaigns, they have always been involved at different levels. With a lack of deliberate intra-party youths-friendly policies, Nigerian political parties are meant to attract seasonal voters, not future leaders.
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