Nigerian comedian and social commentator, Mr Macaroni, has explained why he is not interested in going into politics.
He said the country’s political space can corrupt even people who were once highly respected.
Mr Macaroni made the comment in a viral video while speaking about the challenges of speaking up for Nigerians and the backlash that often comes with it.
He said people who advocate for citizens can end up being criticised by the same people they are trying to represent.
“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 watching the Nigerian political space has made him reluctant to pursue a political career.
“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,” he said.
Mr Macaroni also recalled how some people he once respected entered politics and, according to him, damaged the legacies they had built.
“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 said.
He further criticised Nigerians for quickly moving on from economic problems after initially expressing outrage, citing the reaction to fuel prices.
“Even we, the people, the average Nigerian, move 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.
Mr Macaroni also questioned why Nigerians celebrate their ability to endure difficult conditions.
“Nigerians take pride in telling you, ah, if you can survive in Nigeria, you can survive anywhere. It’s not something to brag about,” he said.