Leading Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Slippers)
Let’s face it — leadership sounds cool until you realize it means being blamed for things you didn’t do, fixing things you didn’t break, and smiling like you slept well when you didn’t.But don't worry — leadership doesn’t have to be boring, bossy, or bald-inducing. It...
Why People Fail as Leaders
Leadership is more than holding a title—it is about influence, service, and vision. Many people fail as leaders because they focus on control instead of connection. They mistake fear for respect and authority for wisdom. A key reason for leadership failure is ego....
LEAD BY EXAMPLE
True leadership isn't in titles or loud commands — it's in consistent action. A real leader inspires not by what they say, but by what they do. Integrity, humility, and courage are contagious. Want to lead? Start by walking the talk. Others will follow. Leadership...
THE PARADOX OF POWER: EXPLORING THE TENSIONS BETWEEN AUTHORITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
In the complex web of modern governance, a fundamental paradox lies at the heart of political power: the tension between authority and accountability. On one hand, effective governance requires leaders to wield significant authority to make decisions that impact the...
Where Did My Money Go?
You wake up, check your account balance, and it’s still the same number you saw yesterday—but somehow, it feels smaller. Welcome to the modern economy: a place where your salary has wings, and prices go to the gym daily. Let’s be honest—everything is expensive now....
HOW TO BE A GREAT NIGERIAN LEADER IN 5 USELESS STEPS
So you want to be a leader in Nigeria? Fantastic. Here’s your foolproof guide: Step 1: Promise Heaven, Deliver Dust. Before elections, swear that you will turn sachet water into bottled water for free. After elections, blame the last government for the shortage of...
POLITICS AND THE PEOPLE
Politics feels like a game played by a few, with the consequences felt by everyone. Today, I watched a local debate—full of big promises, few clear answers. It made me wonder: is politics about service, or survival? Leaders talk about change, but change often comes...
SPORT IS STRESS
They say sports bring people together—but mostly, they bring us together to suffer. Let’s start with football, the national heartbreak service. Every match day, fans transform into coaches, referees, and prophets. You wear your team’s jersey, set snacks on the table,...
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO LEADERSHIP: LEARN FROM THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE RIDICULOUS
Leadership. It's a mysterious thing. One day you're leading a team to victory, and the next you're wondering how to get out of a meeting without offending anyone. But don't worry, we've got you covered. In this article, we'll explore the hilarious and sometimes...
When Bread Became a Luxury
Every morning, Jumoke opens her shop by 7 a.m., just before the sun begins to roast the tarred streets of Agege. She sells provisions—sugar, biscuits, indomie, and bread. But lately, it’s the bread that brings her the most shame. “₦1,200,” she tells a regular customer...