“America or Africa? Shehu Sani Slams U.S. Over Student Crackdowns, Legal Violations”

By Abdullahi Inuwa

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has fired a stinging critique at the United States, questioning the moral high ground of the self-proclaimed “world’s most advanced democracy.”

Taking to his verified X (formerly Twitter) account, Sani wrote:

“When the world’s most advanced democracy is witch-hunting student protesters, persecuting its universities, disobeying court orders and deporting even legal immigrants; I don’t know whether it’s Africa copying American democracy or it’s America copying African democracy.”

Sani’s post comes amid rising global concern over the U.S. government’s handling of student-led protests, particularly on university campuses, and alleged disregard for civil liberties. His sharp comparison highlights the growing disillusionment among international observers over America’s democratic image.

The former lawmaker, known for his candor on global and domestic issues, implied that Washington’s current trajectory blurs the lines between Western democratic ideals and authoritarian tendencies often associated with parts of Africa.

His comment has since sparked debate online, with many echoing his sentiments while others defend the U.S. as still holding the gold standard in institutional checks and balances.

As the world watches America navigate this turbulent period, Shehu Sani’s question lingers: Who’s copying who in the democracy playbook?

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