Abuja: An economist and data analyst, Daramola Omoyele, has urged Nigerian youths to view participation in the 2027 General Election as a critical economic decision rather than a mere political exercise. Omoyele gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday in Abuja.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the United Kingdom-based analyst said electoral choices had long-term implications for national prosperity and economic development. He appealed to the younger generation to move beyond emotional politics and hold candidates accountable for their economic blueprints. Omoyele emphasized that voting should be seen as an economic and developmental decision that can shape future opportunities, standards of living, and long-term prosperity.
Omoyele advised youths to support leaders who prioritize job creation and present clear, measurable economic programmes rather than empty rhetoric. He also urged young voters to back candidates committed to skills development, enterprise growth, the digital economy, and institutional strengthening to enable businesses to thrive.
Before casting their votes, Omoyele encouraged youths to ask tough questions about candidates’ abilities to expand economic opportunities, reduce unemployment, and build a productive economy beyond campaign promises. He emphasized that these questions are crucial as the consequences of poor leadership are tangible and significant.
Omoyele linked poor leadership choices to rising youth unemployment, declining investment confidence, and long-term economic stagnation. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Omoyele was recently honored with an ‘Award of Excellence and Impact’ by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Correspondents’ Chapel, Kogi State Council.