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How To Join Politics by mathinips(m): 6:38pm On May 19, 2018
HOW TO JOIN POLITICS

Having convinced you that you can actually be actively involved in politics without contesting elections, let's consider the steps you need to take to get started.

1. Identify your Ward:
The ward is the smallest unit of Government in Politics. The Political Head of a Ward is called Councilor. Every politician must compulsorily be a card-carrying member of a political party at the ward level. This however is with the exception of those who choose to contest election as or support independent candidates. Your ward is not necessarily your home town but the locality where you will most conveniently carry out your political activities. It is also advisable that you also register with INEC as a voter in this ward.

2. Make the Choice of Political Party:
Consider the available political parties in your area and make a choice. I advise you study the manifesto and constitution of the party you want to join and agree that you align with her. Unfortunately, in Nigeria's nascent democracy, ideology is not well defined in the existing political parties, therefore, they almost share basic ideologies.

3. Get involved in Ward activities:
The least you can do as a politician is to attend your ward meetings. Get deeply involved at this stage. Contribute at meetings and assist once in a while in footing party bills either in kind or cash. This not easy and takes time and plenty of efforts. Once in a while, sponsor refreshments at meetings or volunteer to transport some members to meetings or other activities.

4. Identify like-minded believers in the party to relate with:
This is very important as decision are taken in politics based on majority of opinions. It is important that you align with your own class of people to ensure that decisions taken are not to the disadvantage of your interest.

5. Relate Well With The leaders:
That you want to make changes in the politics of your environment does not mean castigating existing leaders. Celebrate them for the good they have done and be silent on their evils, at least for a start. Success in politics is about who you know and not necessarily what you know.

6. Volunteer to be part of Campaigns/Party Activities:
Every political campaign and political activity needs hard workers. If you want to get an idea of how politics really work, walk into any campaign office of a candidate and offer to help out. You'll likely be asked to do what appears to be menial work at first, things like helping to register new voters or making phone calls and/or test messages on behalf of a candidate. But if you do the job well, you'll be given more responsibilities and more visible roles in the campaign.

7. Pay attention to Political Information: Unfortunately many are political illiterates. Before you get into politics, you ought to know what you're talking about and be able to hold an intelligent and thoughtful conversations about the issues. Local politicians and indeed the community respect you when you have better information at hand. That alone makes you a point of reference in your locality. Therefore, read your local newspaper(s), statewide newspapers and national newspapers. Be alive on the social media for information.

8. Get involved in your Community:
Attend Landlords/Residents meetings. Network with and be in good terms with local groups e.g The Vigilante, etc. Build coalitions dedicated to changing and improving your town such as the CDA or Tribal Unions. PTA meetings and Cooperative Societies are equally good places to be for upcoming politicians.

9. Build character and good name:
A good name is better than silver and gold. As corrupt as our society is, a good name still speaks volume. Strive to build for yourself and generations after you a good name. In whatever capacity you are entrusted with responsibility, make a good opportunity to leave a lasting impression in the hearts of the people.

10. If you must contest, start small:
There is no spirituality in insisting that certain offices are too small for you. Start from the grassroots and gradually work your way to the top. "All politics is local."

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Re: How To Join Politics by flowbjones(m): 8:15pm On May 19, 2018
At last, FTC since joining nairaland. Am so happy and i dedicate this to all those active monikers in here.

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Re: How To Join Politics by NwaAmaikpe: 8:15pm On May 19, 2018
shocked


I don't see the word 'godfather' or occult anywhere on your writeup.

OP, do you realize Nigeria is the context of this guide?
Please be more realistic.
This to me isn't practical.

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Re: How To Join Politics by CastedAyo: 8:15pm On May 19, 2018
All I want is, to be a SENATOR


I'm more Concerned about how Buhari joined politics

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Re: How To Join Politics by itiswellandwell: 8:15pm On May 19, 2018
Hmmmmm. Nice points though but i disagree, this isn't applicable to Nigeria. Just know one Oga at the top and you are on top of your political career.




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Re: How To Join Politics by NothingDoMe: 8:15pm On May 19, 2018

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Re: How To Join Politics by Appdriod: 8:16pm On May 19, 2018
If you have a very good transmission, sorry I mean connection, just like in Osibanjo's case or you are wealthy enough, just like in the rumoured Otedola's case ... You are a politician.
No need for Ward and Political activities, you will simply be a campaigner.

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Re: How To Join Politics by Philinho(m): 8:16pm On May 19, 2018
Don't tell me this when Buhari has no certificate ......

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Re: How To Join Politics by Omojudy: 8:16pm On May 19, 2018
I wan join APC. Who knows where there ward office dey for agege. Abi no be there you go apply to carry card?

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Re: How To Join Politics by Ekiseme(m): 8:19pm On May 19, 2018
As a member of the comment readers association of Nairaland (CRAN), I'm only here to read comments, please keep it short and simple, except for the savages,


We do appreciate your typing efforts, also please watch your spellings.







Thank you.

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Re: How To Join Politics by lastmaster(m): 8:19pm On May 19, 2018
what about spirituality and blood. it's not in your write up
Re: How To Join Politics by mathinips(m): 8:19pm On May 19, 2018
CastedAyo:
All I want is, to be a SENATOR


I'm more Concerned about how Buhari joined politics

Be fast about it.

Follow these steps and come out a Senator come 2019.

It never too late or so early

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Re: How To Join Politics by Maket: 8:19pm On May 19, 2018
You have open your school, before I register, I will give you my conditions.
1= First teach me kung-fu
2= Teach me how to be diabolical
3= teach me how to be heartless and greedy

I never one day dream of been a party member, let them make their decision and I will make mine with my PVC. One thing I pray for, is impartial INEC.

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Re: How To Join Politics by Mariojames95(m): 8:19pm On May 19, 2018
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Re: How To Join Politics by Nobody: 8:20pm On May 19, 2018
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Re: How To Join Politics by Ekiseme(m): 8:20pm On May 19, 2018
Maket:
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RONALDO cool

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Re: How To Join Politics by NotNairalandi(m): 8:22pm On May 19, 2018
Op is politics an association ? Why teachng us how to join shocked
Re: How To Join Politics by ednut1(m): 8:23pm On May 19, 2018
Trash. Make money, join cults, lick d current god fathers ass . ur good to go
Re: How To Join Politics by ZarahBuhari: 8:23pm On May 19, 2018
Of all the good things in life is Nigerian politics you want me to join.

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Re: How To Join Politics by peacettw: 8:24pm On May 19, 2018
Good one @op
Re: How To Join Politics by johnmba: 8:25pm On May 19, 2018
Nigeria politics is dirty. True christain cannot play clean politics.

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Re: How To Join Politics by Nobody: 8:25pm On May 19, 2018
Give up your principles

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Re: How To Join Politics by Nobody: 8:26pm On May 19, 2018
Too many grammatical errors... nice piece tho wink
Re: How To Join Politics by Oxalic(m): 8:26pm On May 19, 2018
Good info
Re: How To Join Politics by Nobody: 8:27pm On May 19, 2018
NwaAmaikpe:
shocked


I don't see the word 'godfather' or occult anywhere on your writeup.

OP, do you realize Nigeria is the context of this guide?

Also support Ipob for a bit, they will hype you especially on social media, then disowned them in order to get explosive popularity from 95% & settlement from those in government( campaign funds)

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Re: How To Join Politics by KUSHKAMP: 8:28pm On May 19, 2018
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Re: How To Join Politics by Hephzibahmusic: 8:28pm On May 19, 2018
You make me laugh
Re: How To Join Politics by Nobody: 8:29pm On May 19, 2018
grin

Re: How To Join Politics by Maket: 8:29pm On May 19, 2018
Ekiseme:
RONALDO cool
Lol
Re: How To Join Politics by Nobody: 8:29pm On May 19, 2018
cool

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