Shehu Sani, a former senator and social commentator, has sparked internet debate once again with his most recent political analogy, which likens the main political parties in Nigeria to football clubs that are ill-equipped to adapt to modern times.
Many Nigerians are talking about a post Sani made on his official X account (previously Twitter) in which he used football analogies to convey a vivid image of the country’s political landscape.
He wrote, “The ruling party changed its coach and team manager; ADC brought back David Beckham from retirement to lead the team, while star players are leaving the PDP facing relegation, and LP’s captain is on loan.”
There has been a lot of talk of major party leadership changes, internal strife, and defections in Nigeria in the run-up to the 2019 general election, and Sani’s article adds fuel to the fire.
According to his remarks, the current administration is making a last-ditch effort to reinvigorate its strategy by replacing important members, while the ADC is staging a spectacular return by, in a playful reference, “bringing back David Beckham”—that is, bringing back former political personalities.
He also attacked the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), claiming that the party’s “star players” are fleeing due to its inability to maintain relevance. At the same time, his criticism of the Labour Party (LP) suggests that its leadership is depleted or momentarily absent.
Many Nigerians online believe that sports analogies may sometimes best portray the drama of Nigerian politics, and many have lauded Shehu Sani for his funny and thought-provoking take on the present political situation. Sani has become one of the most referenced political figures in the country online because to his series of clever social media commentary, in which he mixes humour with subtle criticism. His most recent tweet is no exception.
