Nigerian Politicians’ Children Study Abroad While Youths Suffer: Criticism by Primate Ademosu

In a scathing criticism, the founder of Mount Jieaworrar All Saints Church of Christ, Primate Samuel Bisi Ademosu, has taken aim at Nigerian politicians, accusing them of a selfish governance style that unfairly benefits their own children at the expense of Nigerian youths. The cleric spoke at the just-concluded 2026 Convention and 22nd Anniversary Thanksgiving Service held at the Celestial Church of Christ, CCC, Agidingbi Cathedral in Ikeja, Lagos. According to the Daily Post Nigeria, Ademosu’s remarks come as the 2027 general elections approach, with politicians and their families reportedly investing heavily in the education of their children abroad while Nigerian youths continue to struggle with access to quality education at home. The exact extent of this phenomenon is difficult to quantify, as data on the education of politicians’ children is not publicly available. However, the issue has been a subject of public debate, with many Nigerians expressing concern over the perceived disparity between the opportunities afforded to the children of the political elite and those available to the average Nigerian youth. The issue is particularly salient given the high unemployment rate among Nigerian graduates, which has been a persistent challenge for the Nigerian government. While the Daily Post Nigeria does not provide specific examples of politicians’ children studying abroad, the article notes that the practice is not uncommon among the political elite in Nigeria. Primate Ademosu’s criticism highlights the growing discontent among Nigerians with the political establishment, particularly with regards to issues of education and economic opportunity. As the 2027 elections approach, the issue of the education of politicians’ children may become a topic of discussion among voters, particularly those who are frustrated with the status quo and are seeking meaningful change.