This is very common and feasible In developed countries, but it is a tall order in developing countries like naija, Cameroon, Kenya, Ghana etc.

I remember I wrote governor seyi makinde of oyo state a letter in 2020 during covid lockdown, I went to his office but I wasn't allowed to see him and his Chief of staff so I dropped a letter waiting for a reply, but it never
came.

In advanced countries, you can write a president or governor a letter and get a reply with their signature indicating they read your letter.

US president Barack Obama replied so many Americans that sent him letters during his time in office.

Here in Nigeria, you will be prevented from seeing government officials you elected, their security guards and aides are just too overzealous and rude, they won't deliver your message unless you are a glitterati.

Seun, lalasticlala, myn44 your attention is needed here

The last guy that tried to submit a letter to Hope Uzodimma in Government house;

Kriss216:
The last guy that tried to submit a letter to Hope Uzodimma in Government house;

lol, funny

Wait, 2023 is close.
Its the season when politicians will fry akara with the citizens, eat corn on the road. Don't loose that chance if u want to see govt officials

Michelle70:
Wait, 2023 is close.
Its the season when politicians will fry akara with the citizens, eat corn on the road. Don't loose that chance if u want to see govt officials

exactly, they will drop their egos this time and mingle with people just to get what they want.

Here in Akwa Ibom, it is hard to reach a commissioner except you reach agreement (sharing formula) with one or two aides.

psucc:
Here in Akwa Ibom, it is hard to reach a commissioner except you reach agreement (sharing formula) with one or two aides.

we are not practising democracy at all

Nay, even the government agencies mail address doesn't even work.

Panda7:
Nay, even the government agencies mail address doesn't even work.

nothing works in Nigeria