How I Bought My First Car Without Money
It was in 2001. The man came into our branch with so many items for sale. What caught my attention was a set of key holders with different car crests and logos. I was attracted to the one for Honda and I recall clearly as a few people laughed when I bought the key holder. What would I do with such...
How a Danfo Ride Turned into a Nightmare at the Police Station
Photo Credit: Ayano Tosin on Unsplash. “Oga, this useless man no see ashawo again, he come dey press policewoman for breast,” was his response. Here's the story: I lived at Ikotun-Egbe then. There were about five of us staying in a friend's apartment. Squatting actually. That was 25 years...
I Believe in the Supernatural: God Sent an Angel to My Campaign Ground
I was contesting for the Students Union Presidency that year. As I went around on campus for my campaign that particular day, a lady approached me. She told me her name is Bola, and God sent her to me. She told me God said I should give her six people who would join her to pray for me each day I'm...
The Day God Used My Mess to Deliver Me
I had just finished my National Youth Service. I was desperately in need of a job. 'Allowee' had stopped. I practically had nothing. I was sending job applications everywhere. On one occasion, I went with a friend from Ibadan to drop our applications at a particular address in Agege. We saw an...
Timeless Wisdom for Daily Living: Ọ̀la Ọ̀ Yá Bọ̀rọ̀ and Six Other Lessons From My Father
I want to share a few lessons my father taught me while I was growing up. My father is a very good storyteller. He often talks in pictures. He is so very descriptive that he can talk for hours, and no one will get bored. 1. ISẸ́ KÌÍ PA NI, AYỌ̀ NÍÍ PÀ’YÀN I was in primary school many years ago...
10 Qualities Interviewers Look Out For (Part 2)
In the first part of this article, I shared five qualities many interviewers look out for when assessing candidates. Now, let’s dive deeper into five more qualities that can set you apart, along with common red flags you must avoid if you want to leave a lasting, positive impression. 6. Personal...
10 Qualities Interviewers Look Out For (Part 1)
The first thing you need to understand is that an interview is not an inquisition. It's not a death sentence. It is a necessity if you're looking for employment, changing roles or changing jobs. Here are some things to take note of if you want to stand out: 1. A great introduction If I ask you to...
The Honour Principle: A Powerful Secret Behind My Career Success
As I reminisced on my 20-year career milestone on May 30, 2020, I promised to reveal a secret I had not shared openly before then, except among a few friends. Well, maybe not really a secret but I wanted to tell my story. That story was first published on my X (formerly Twitter) feed in the first...
Live More, Worry Less: The Power of Trusting God With an Uncertain Future
It was the year 2000 and the week of our passing out from NYSC. I was filled with trepidation as the week approached. Anxiety and worry took over my entire being. I lost my sleep. My mind was troubled about what the future had in store. I had received the very last NYSC allowance. Reality was...
There Is Compensation In Every Disappointment
“And he said, If the LORD do not help thee, whence shall I help thee?....” — 2 Kings 6:27 (KJV) I was full of expectation. He had promised to help me and he gave me an appointment. I felt I had been useful to him in the past. I even slept in his palatial home at Ogudu GRA as a student. If anyone...