Youth Political Participation and Student Union Election in Nigerai

ABSTRACT
The study investigated the “Youth Political Participation and Student Union Election in Nigeria: A case study of University of Benin” it ascertains if Nigeria youth are actively participating in politics or not using the student union election as the point of analysis. The Study adopted a quantitative research method with survey instruments developed to gather data analysis. Findings after the Survey revealed that Participating in politics by the youth is low and is caused by some challenges. It’s important to note that the findings supported that bad leadership and poor representation from past political leaders has led to the downward trend of participation by the youths. It was further advised that the government should stage an awareness campaign to enlighten the citizens and youth most especially on the need why they should participate in political activities and also encourage youth political advocacy group to encourage political participation amongst the youth.