BE SO CONSTANT AND CONSISTENT THAT PEOPLE SHOULD BE ABLE TO SET THEIR CLOCK BY YOU AND BE ABLE TO VOUCH FOR YOUR CONDUCT AND CHARACTER
He loves God and is truly a good man with a large heart who forgives too easily in my view and that is why he gets taken advantage of too. I do admire that though and commend him for it, praying I become more like him in that area. I also appreciate his support for me, encouraging me in my career, wanting more for me than I even want for myself, pushing me to be the best and get to the top and giving me the room to grow and do things some men might not allow such as being away from home for long because work demands it or even just hanging out with my friends and sisters without him complaining or fussing.
That Nigeria will deliver on its promise and potential to become not just the giant of Africa, but the giant of the world, to participate in an Olympics and visit Asia and the East for some culture and history, to go on a boat cruise with the family and another with my best friends to touch lives in tangible measurable ways and make an impact that will leave a legacy, and to write books and memoirs for posterity.
Gospel: and my favourite artistes at this time are Dunsin Oyekan, the amazing worshipper and artiste of the Code Red album, and Nathaniel Bassey-his “Alagbada ina” track is on constant replay.
Work emails. While I totally espouse work-life balance, truth is when you run a shop you never totally shut down even when you are supposedly on vacation. When I am assured there are no urgent matters or a crisis to deal with, I log on to WhatsApp and I share some motivational materials to a select group every morning for a good start to the day. down the Champs de Elysee and the Christmas village is a beautiful sight and an awesome experience. (The shopping is not bad as well). A close second will be Singapore for the architecture and sheer panorama of beauty.
I watch TV and read good books while listening to Gospel music, hanging out with my friends is always rejuvenating, and also just lounging at home with the family makes my day anytime.
“Do not be deceived, God is not mocked. Whatsoever a man soweth that shall he reap.” It’s from the Holy Bible – Galatians 6:7.
Fresh bread, preferably straight from the oven: unfortunately, I can eat this 24/7 even though I should not.
What fits you and that you are comfortable in. It must not be what is trending or the ‘seasons must have’, and it must suit your age, persona and role at any
“Yes, you can.” You are God’s masterpiece and you can do all things valiantly through Him. So you should have pushed more at that point, or just spoken up and asked, never assume and don’t make avoidable mistakes because as my elder brother Hassan will often quip, “Person wey dey ask no dey miss road.” Winston Churchill was right when he said, “Never ever give up.” I will also tell a younger me, “You can have it all, even if not all at the same time: a great career, a happy marriage and home and a balanced life, just remember to juggle the right balls and make the right choices.”
Of a life well lived and of one who fulfilled purpose, leaving behind for my loving family a legacy of good memories and a seamless inter-generational transfer of not just noble values, but also of whatever assets that I may have acquired in my lifetime.
I’d like to leave behind a memory of a happy family and a good name after I might have served humanity and my fatherland with my gifts, talents and substance, adding value in every sphere of influence and touching lives in a measurable way: coaching, mentoring, raising leaders and impacting destinies to help people become the very best they can possibly be.
Hard work and diligence pay, and professionalism at all times is key. When you give your best at all times and have the right attitude, you will get your just dues in a merit-driven environment sooner or later. Contribute your quota and keep developing yourself: as self-development must be a never-ending quest on and off the job. I will also urge them all to find their strengths and play to it, even as they work on their weaknesses or seek knowledge to close up lacunas.
The gender card is not one they should play, and because they are ladies, they should not expect to be treated differently. If you want to be respected as much as the next man, work as hard or even harder than him. Don’t use any feminine wiles, just be professional at all times, giving your best to the job and having the right attitude, because it truly determines your altitude.