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My rise from grass to grace – Chris Ekeh

My rise from grass to grace – Chris Ekeh

I’m Pastor Chris Ndidi Ekeh. I hail from Ngor-Okpala, in Imo State. I was born in Lagos but grew up in Enugu. My father was a cook . He used to cook for the whitemen while we were living in Lagos. We later moved to Enugu where I had my early education. While growing up in Enugu, I joined the Scripture Union as well as the Evangelical Fellowship arm of the Anglican Communion.

“Training, discipline, ensures success”

“Training, discipline, ensures success”

Johny Esike was not born with a silver spoon, yet he made a difference in his generation, driving away poverty in his family. The early death of his father was another challenge to his education but in all, he was determined to succeed and prove that the black man is not a dummy. He became a Mechanical Engineer through self struggle. One thing unique about him is that he is very articulate and always committed whenever he wants to achieve anything. Esike has a burning passion to create jobs for the unemployed Nigerian youths.

I started working at age 15

I started working at age 15

Looking at the man he had become, not many would believe that Adebola Williams, currently surrounded with so much paparazzi, has had his own fair share of sufferings, rough times and challenges. But like gold, he refined himself into a fine gentleman filled with uncommon potentials. He is one of the founders of the Future Awards, a platform that celebrates young entrepreneurs, innovative skills and uncommon talent.

Your perception determines your success in life – Oladipo

Your perception determines your success in life – Oladipo

Siyanbola Oladipo is the Managing Director/CEO Bowill Errands Courier Limited and Gen. Secretary, Association of Nigerian Courier Operators (ANCO). In spite of the challenges of being born in a polygamous family, he has remained focused; keeping the dream of being great within him and that has manifested today.

I’ve always been an initiator of peace among actors… – Cornel Udofia

I’ve always been an initiator of peace among actors… – Cornel Udofia

It is not often you come across a publicist who has the title ‘Ambassador’ attached to his name. But then Cornel Udofia, celebrity publicist and events co-ordinator, has managed the biggest names in the industry and that hasn’t happened without having your name writen in gold as Ambassador Udofia’s name has been in several cases. In this chat with Ebirim Juliet, he talks about his life as a publicist, experiences, challenges and successes.

A man’s destination in life should be strategically chosen – Olusope

A man’s destination in life should be strategically chosen – Olusope

Olukayode Olusope isNigeria’s oremost Brands and Communications Strategist with experience spanning over 15 years in frontline Advertising Agencies in Nigeria. In this interview with Olayinka Ajayi , he speaks on how his artistic acumen spur him into brand management and how he intends to impact brand managers and unemployed graduates with the knowledge of strategic brand management which will help in re-branding Nigeria

My experience in Journalism paves way for me – Olaosebikan

My experience in Journalism paves way for me – Olaosebikan

Kehinde Olaosebikan is a renown journalist and presently the Chief Consultant of Midas Communication, a formidable reputation management firm based in the Federal Capital territory, Abuja. In this interview with Olayinka Ajayi, he shares the experience of his sojourn into journalism and politics.

I became an  apprentice at 17, says CEO Greenlife Pharmaceuticals

I became an apprentice at 17, says CEO Greenlife Pharmaceuticals

Dr Obiora Anthony Chukwuka is the Executive Chairman, Greenlife Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Born on July 18, 1963, the native of Anambra State is the last child and the only male member of a family of seven. His arrival years after hopes of having a male child in the family seemed lost, was seen as a miraculous deed within his immediate society.

Soyinka is my source of Inspiration – Okusaga

Soyinka is my source of Inspiration – Okusaga

He is a young, energetic and multi tasking MD of an enviable P.R firm that won the Sabre Awards for African consultancy firm in 2012. He is however, inspired by doing what he loves to do best which is Public Relations. In order to discover himself, he sojourned into diverse fields that ranged from banking to presentation of programmes in broadcasting and then public relations, which gave him the window of opportunity to work with the team that produced the winning campaign strategy for former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo and his running mate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar in 2002. In this interview, he speaks on how his thirst for self discovery gave his career a boost. Excerpts.

Why I dumped Fine Arts for acting, modelling  – IK Ogbonna

Why I dumped Fine Arts for acting, modelling – IK Ogbonna

He is fondly called “Tattoo boy” or Ik by his friends and fans because of the beautiful artwork which adorns his princely, well built, six-packed frame.He’s not one to be swayed by physical attributes alone because he is a model and actor, events organizer and entrepreneur with interest in several businesses.

I am a voice for the ordinary people – Amb.Gabari

I am a voice for the ordinary people – Amb.Gabari

He is a selfless, determined, young on-air personality with a difference. He is devoid of pride and superiority over the younger ones, the have-nots and he considers it a duty to assist the needy. From different roles as a radio presenter in Kano State to establishing African Focus for Youth Development (AFFYD), a non governmental […]

I learnt team-building from books – Olugbodi

I learnt team-building from books – Olugbodi

Following the decadence of the organisational structure and human development in the world, Yinka Olugbodi, a prolific Human Resource Consultant and the CEO of TeamBuilding International, in this interview, speaks on how professionalism and passion for organisational development through team building training, have seen international organisations staff travelling down to Nigeria to be trained by his organisation.

From prison, I became a human rights activist – Victor Fakunle

From prison, I became a human rights activist – Victor Fakunle

His story can be said to be one of the rare stories ever heard. He rose from the walls of prison to become the executive director of Human Right Foundation, an organization that ensures legal attention are given to inmates without violating their rights as inmates.

I did not plan to be a journalist – Jola Ogunlusi

I did not plan to be a journalist – Jola Ogunlusi

Baba Jola Ogunlusi, a veteran journalist, came into journalism by accident and bagged the best investigative reporter of his time with a gift of a brand new Olympia typewriter in 1974. Ogunlusi also rose to become the first national executive secretary of NUJ. He shares his experience in this encounter.

Why eradicating tropical diseases and making inventors in Nigeria is an urgent task

Why eradicating tropical diseases and making inventors in Nigeria is an urgent task

Dr.Alphonsus Ekwerike, Nigerian born, American Clinical Researcher and Neuro-endocrinology Professor, the creator of Invention Technology professional courses who discovered the NASA-WISE-IASC index main belt asteroids 2010 TL 78 and CFH 1472 in the US is on a mission of letting an ultimate vision of a new Nigeria come through innovations, eradication of tropical diseases and poverty.