Undergraduate Perception of Political Participation in Nigeria

Michael I. Ogu and Peace E. Inyang

Studies in Social Sciences and Humanities, 2015, vol. 3, issue 4, 168-178

Abstract: This study was aimed at investigating the perception of undergraduates on political participation in Nigeria. The study found out that undergraduates participate in politics and are aware of the various means of participating in politics, as well as believe that the participation of undergraduates in politics has an impact in national development. The study also found out that undergraduates believe they are left out of political office positions, and only used as an instrument for electoral violence by the political elites. It was further discovered that unemployment and inadequate political education, among other factors, limits the undergraduate participation in politics. The study recommends that undergraduates be engaged in all aspect of politics. A reorientation programme is setup for youths, where awareness is created for them to participate in politics.

Date: 2015
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