THE SOCIETY that would continue to develop must learn to fearlessly discard old and worn out ideas and replace this with better ones. This is an unending process. This means that ideas that would be accepted must stand the test of strict scrutiny. However, ideas that come from recognized expertsContinue Reading
“CONSISTENCY IS the hobgoblin of small minds” – Ralph Waldo Emerson IT IS proclaimed everywhere now that these are rapidly changing times. Not only is change happening, but it is also happening quite rapidly. Human knowledge is increasing at such a fast rate, that it takes commitment for anyone toContinue Reading
LET’S TALK about the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, and how it can be used to transform Nigeria. The NYSC program was created in 1973 by the government of General Yakubu Gowon as an instrument of national reconciliation and integration after the Nigerian civil war. In the NYSC scheme, allContinue Reading
LET US pause to ask a question we almost take for granted. How much do young people contribute to development? Yes, I know, it sounds almost sacrilegious to ask such a question. It is nearly like asking what we need children for. But ask we must. It is by questioningContinue Reading
Freedom is a universal longing that holds great significance for individuals around the world. The desire for freedom has been the primary motivation for revolutions and mass movements. However, the true value of freedom lies not merely in having it but in the ability to utilize it effectively. Specifically, skill
THE PAST IS an integral part of our identity as human beings. Our history and culture have shaped us into who we are today, yet, the past can become a hindrance to our progress. Societies that would transform must have a peculiar relationship with the past. They cannot keep romanticizing
THE WHOLE idea of leadership revolves around a particular type of relationship to change. While everyone experiences change, effective leaders treat change just like a force of nature. These leaders learn to appreciate change and harness it for their own purposes. They exploit it for the growth and development of
EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP is an essential element for the success and prosperity of any society. Leaders play a critical role in providing direction, inspiration, and guidance to their followers and navigating complex challenges that arise within their communities. When leaders are able to perform their roles effectively, they can bring about