A governorship aspirant of the Accord Party in Taraba state, Professor Jerome Nyameh, has advised youths in the state not to depend on politics as a means of livelihood, urging them instead to focus on self development and economic empowerment.

Nyameh gave the advice on weekend in a message addressed to Taraba youths, where he stressed that politics should be seen as a platform for service and leadership rather than a career path for survival.

According to him, political positions are temporary, while skills, education and personal character remain long term assets capable of guaranteeing financial independence and societal relevance.

“Politics shouldn’t be a primary career for you or a source of livelihood,” he stated. “While politics is an important tool for service and leadership, it should never be a substitute for personal development or professional competence.”

The Accord Party aspirant emphasized that economic strength often translates into political influence, noting that self-reliant youths are less vulnerable to manipulation through political patronage and handouts.

“Economic power gives political power, not the other way around,” he said.
Nyameh encouraged young people to invest in education, vocational training, digital technology, agriculture, business and entrepreneurship, saying such ventures would enable them to contribute meaningfully to their communities.

“When you develop yourself through education, trade, digital skills, agriculture, business and entrepreneurship, you gain independence,” he noted. “You become valuable not because of who you support, but because of what you can contribute to your community.”

He further stated that youths who possess valuable skills and economic independence are more likely to make informed political choices and resist exploitation during election periods.

Observers say the remarks come at a time when unemployment and economic hardship continue to push many young people toward political dependence, especially during election seasons.

Nyameh’s comments have since sparked discussions among youths and political stakeholders on the need for empowerment, entrepreneurship and sustainable development in Taraba state.