Adogbeji Oghenenyerhovwo Elvis

Isonah I. Teddy

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This study examines youth perception of politics and good governance in Nigeria, with specific focus on Delta State. It explores how young people understand, interpret, and engage with political processes and governance structures, as well as the implications of their perceptions for democratic consolidation and development. The Civic Voluntarism Model (CVM) was adopted for this study for better clarification of youth perception of politics in Nigeria and how this translates into good governance in Delta State. Simple percentage and chi- square tests were used while 523 sampled respondents completed a structured questionnaire that was used to collect data from respondents. The study finds that youth are major population of electorates in Delta State and majority of them feels marginalised in the state politics which have placed an indelible negative perception of politics and governance in Delta State but with the advancement of social media and enlightenment, the youths are beginning to rediscover their voice and making efforts to properly place themselves at the driver seat of politics and governance. The study recommends amongst others, the need for government to prioritise political education and civic orientation programmes targeted at young people to enhance their understanding of governance processes and their role in democratic participation.

   

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Published: 2026

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