POLITICS
• MRS JOE OKEI-ODUMAKIN
(Human Rights Activist in Nigeria; President of Women Arise for change Initiative, Center for Change in CDP and Democracy for Change Campaign, etc and has received Multiple Awards)
Change does not come down from Heaven; we have to be part of that change. My cause is to see a system that works. Women who have been given the opportunity to serve have delivered, apart from a few who have let us down. We need to have that passion for change, we also need to change our mindsets and have a goal. We need to be assertive, study and stand up for what is right. The youth remains he lubricant of the survival of any society. Let us believe that what we do today with determination, posterity will outlive us. Let’s believe that anything we do today will live on. The more united we are as agents of change, the greater our chances of making Nigeria flourish again.
• JOHN OYEGUN
(Former Governor of Edo State during Babangida’s transition from Military to Democratic rule between 1992 -1993, Chairman Technical Working Committee of CODER and Leader of ANPP political party)
People look at Politics as a money making venture because people do not have alternative employment, we have a comatose economy, graduates without job or people serving with no experience. Before I entered Politics, I used to work in Development where doing projects to enrich society was the emphasis, so it formed the mindset/idea I had when I decided to go into Politics. With a civil servant father, growing up I learned to have a clear idea of what should not be done because the price to pay is high. The remedy for choosing service oriented political leaders is: Nobody should be entrusted with an office if they do not have their own business, worked in a structured environment or managed something because he won’t have what it takes to govern. You don’t practice governance with the Nigerian Populace of over 100million. Youths have to be prepared by being knowledgeable, aggressive, setting goals and persevering in pursuing them. You must be in command of your field don’t let anyone shut you out or down. Choose a direction to which you want to make an impact and you’ll get there sooner than later.
• MR. IYOBOSA
(Former Reporter of the News Temple Magazine, known for investigative Journalism)
Media is one of the institutions that have a role to play in advancing the society. In 1999 Nigerian constitution, the media were mandated to hold the government accountable to the people and we have been doing that quite well. Investigative journalism has been a tool in exposing corruption. The youths are no longer leaders of tomorrow but of today. Most Nations that have made progress turn to their young because the youths have more energy; they are more daring because they don’t know the cost of failure. Jesus and Alexander the Great are a few young people who changed the world but age should not be the factor. The question is as young people do we prepare ourselves for leadership? Back in the days, University students usually stood up to government when policies and unpopular decisions are made, it showed that we were engaged in the governance of the Nation.
BUSINESS
• DR. FEB IDAHOSA (BISHOP FEB)
(Son of Archbishop Benson A. Idahosa of blessed memory; founder of thirteen companies and brands, CEO of six Nigerian Companies and board member of two American Universities)
Learn to start small. Start with what you have and what you know how to do and as you do that, your business will grow to become as big as the business you aspire it to become. Get a mentor, someone who has done what you want to do and has gone further than you. Study the person, read their stories; when you are in the presence of greatness, ask questions. Always solve problems and people will chase after you.
• AUSTINE ASIMONYE
(CEO Austin Laz and company Plc, an indigenous manufacturer & specialist in refrigeration equipment and plastic products)
It is where you are that matters, God will always locate you at your location. Don’t focus on problems, focus on your goals and let them motivate you to find solutions to the challenges on your path. Government has made funds available for the manufacturing sector. To overcome the national challenge of power supply in manufacturing, have multiple production lines functioning at the same time, that way your generator covers your cost and compensates for any loss in profit.
• GABRIEL OGBECHIE
(Founder and MD Rainoil Ltd, a leading company in Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Sector)
No one will give a ‘broke’ person money to start a business. You need to have equity before a bank will take your business proposal seriously. When starting up, create structures that your business will need when it grows. The most important thing you need to start any business is knowledge not cash; God will bring people to assist you. If you don’t know much about the business you want to venture into, set your capital aside and study the business. The best time to so business is when you are young with lots of energy and drive not when you are retired or put out of work.
CAREER
(Director of Campus Life in Benson Idahosa University, Real Estate Investor, Event Planner, Executive Member of CWFI and Faith Mediplex board, Co-founder of Big Ben children’s Hospital, Pastor, Mentor and Motivational Speaker)
Do with your life what you are passionate about. Every day you have opportunities that can make or break your future. Take decisions everyday that draws you closer to the path you were chosen for. As a woman, learn to switch ‘hats’ when actively engaging in multiple responsibilities.
• ARUOSA OSEMWEGIE
(An alumnus of Harvard Business School, Human Resource Consultant, Job Search Strategist, Life and Career Coach and Author)
Your career is your life’s expression. Your profession is a tool towards your career. What do you want to be remembered for such that when you look back, you’ll see the channel that took you there. Stop looking for jobs and try to make something out of the place you are in. Your career is different from your profession.
• ELVIS DANIELS
(Head of Youth segment for Etisalat (telecoms company), Marketing professional with over 10 years experience in fields like Relationship, Telecomms, Communications, Sponsorship, Media and Event management.)
People are different and what works for one person may not work for another. Know what you want and it’ll determine your career. If you put your mind at it, you’ll succeed. Study the field you want to excel at, become an expert in it. You have to get out there and make things work for you. If you are focused and persistent with your vision, you will get there. When you are convinced about what you want to achieve, sell it with confidence.
I hope you are inspired to excel in every aspect of your life by these words. Don't just read them, act on them.
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