David Hundeyin announces his exit from Nigerian politics, citing a lack of support and a toxic environment created by malicious rumors. Despite years of effort to elevate political consciousness, he feels his impact was minimal. Hundeyin plans to focus on Pan-African commentary, leaving the Nigerian political space behind.
David Hundeyin, the outspoken Nigerian journalist and political commentator, has announced his departure from Nigerian politics, citing widespread disillusionment and a lack of support from his followers. In a lengthy post on social media, Hundeyin expressed frustration over the public’s focus on personal attacks, instead of engaging with his work on the country's political landscape. He criticized the spread of malicious rumors about his personal life, stating that this toxic environment had overshadowed his mission to uplift the consciousness of Nigerians. Hundeyin argued that despite years of effort and sacrifices, his impact on the public's political awareness had been minimal, leading him to conclude that he had "failed."
He also revealed that he had been under pressure from the Nigerian authorities, mentioning the ongoing efforts by Nuhu Ribadu’s office to pressure other countries to detain him, a move he links to the current administration’s agenda. Hundeyin acknowledged that he had overestimated both himself and the Nigerian people, deciding to step back from Nigerian politics and focus on Pan-African commentary instead. While he expressed disappointment, he emphasized that he would no longer engage with Nigerian politics and would shift his attention to broader African issues.
Hundeyin’s decision to quit politics has sparked mixed reactions online, with some criticizing his self-centered approach, while others sympathized with his disillusionment and resignation.
