Mr Macaroni Reveals Why He Is Reluctant To Join Nigerian Politics

Nigerian skit maker and social commentator Mr Macaroni has explained why he remains reluctant to venture into politics, saying the country’s political environment can negatively affect the reputations and legacies of individuals who were once highly respected.

According to Bush Radio Academy, the entertainer made the remarks in a viral video while discussing the challenges faced by people who publicly speak up about issues affecting Nigerians and the reactions their advocacy can attract.

Mr Macaroni observed that individuals who speak on behalf of citizens can sometimes become targets of criticism from the same people they seek to represent. He noted that public advocacy can result in a situation where those raising concerns about national issues are portrayed as troublesome.

“I’m so happy about how things have been and you keep talking and it seems like you’re the troublesome person. The same Nigerians that you speak for turn against you,” he said.

The comedian said his observations of the country’s political environment have made him cautious about pursuing a political career, expressing concern that politics could undermine the reputation of individuals who enter the field.

“I look at Nigeria and I don’t think I want to get into the political space because it seems like the political space in Nigeria corrupts the very best of us,” Mr Macaroni said.

He further pointed to people he once admired and respected who later ventured into politics, saying he believes some of them damaged the legacies they had built before entering public office.

“Men that you have looked up to and you have respected, they got into politics and ruined their legacy. I look at the political space in Nigeria and I’m not thrilled,” he added.

Mr Macaroni also criticised what he described as the tendency of Nigerians to quickly move on from issues affecting them, despite initially expressing strong concerns.

Using fuel prices as an example, he noted that Nigerians may collectively complain about the difficulties caused by rising costs but often shift their attention after a few days.

“Even we, the people, the average Nigerian moves on. Okay, look at fuel price now, the wahala wey everybody dey shout. Everybody will just talk, one, two days, next thing, e don go, we don move on,” he said.

The social commentator also challenged the popular notion that Nigerians’ ability to endure difficult circumstances is something to celebrate.

He argued that being able to survive under challenging conditions should not necessarily be regarded as an achievement to boast about, stressing that citizens should instead be concerned about improving the conditions that create such hardships.

“Nigerians take pride in telling you, ah, if you can survive in Nigeria, you can survive anywhere. It’s not something to brag about,” Mr Macaroni said.