Nnoli’s definition democratizes politics. It shows that we are all political actors. Every day, we struggle to shape the rules that govern our shared lives.

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The next time someone tells you they "hate politics," remind them of Nnoli’s definition. They might think they hate corruption or lies, but they cannot hate politics. As long as we live together in a society with limited resources, we will struggle over how to share our values.

By expanding the scope, Nnoli democratizes the concept of politics. He removes it from the exclusive preserve of the elite and politicians. He posits that the peasant farmer negotiating land rights and the market woman haggling for stall space are engaging in political acts, albeit on a micro-scale. This view empowers the common man to see their daily struggles as part of the broader political economy.