Nigerian skit maker and social commentator Mr Macaroni has explained why he is reluctant to pursue a political career, saying he has watched respected Nigerians enter politics and later damage the reputations they built over the years.
The entertainer made the comments in a viral video while discussing the challenges of speaking out about issues affecting Nigerians and the reactions that often follow such advocacy.
Mr Macaroni said people who publicly speak on behalf of citizens can sometimes become targets of criticism, including from 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 his observations of the country’s political environment have made him question whether he would want to become directly involved in politics.
“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.”
According to the skit maker, some people he once admired entered politics and subsequently damaged the legacies they had established before going into 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.”
Mr Macaroni also criticised what he described as the short-lived nature of public outrage over economic and social problems.
He pointed to the rising cost of petrol as an example, saying Nigerians can collectively complain about an issue for a few days before attention shifts elsewhere.
“Even we, the people, the average Nigerian moves on. Okay, look at fuel price now, de wahala wey everybody dey shout. Everybody will just talk, one, two days, next thing, e don go, we don move on.”
The social commentator further challenged the popular narrative that Nigerians should take pride in their ability to endure difficult living 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.”
Mr Macaroni has remained outspoken on social and political issues affecting Nigerians, although his latest comments suggest that he is not currently considering a move from activism and public commentary into elective politics.
“‘if you can survive in Nigeria, you can survive anywhere’ is not something to brag about.” — Mr. Macaroni pic.twitter.com/ePyWJjrqEi
— YabaLeftOnline (@yabaleftonline) September 16, 2026
His remarks have since generated discussion online, particularly around the pressures faced by public figures who become involved in Nigerian politics and the responsibility of citizens to sustain attention on issues affecting their lives.
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