THE GREAT LEADER MUST BE SPIRITUALLY FERVENT

FRIDAY LEADERSHIP NUGGETS: 

THE GREAT LEADER MUST BE SPIRITUALLY FERVENT.

Leadership is sacrifice, leadership is responsibility and a great leader needs more than the physical to excel in motivating crowd of different densities along on a path of mutual benefit. The Yorubas rightly call it "Ori tutu ati Ori gbigbe" and some people and destined for failure but must still be positively impacted by your leadership.

I get angry and sometime very irritated by leaders who want to accomplish great leadership task in human strength; I mean great public leadership is beyond mere morality and principles, you must have spiritual strength for inspirations, discernment, divine wisdom and able to wave off evils from the camp.

Great leaders spend time alone in spiritual renewal or personal retreat and they are always fervent in the spiritual; whether divine or occultic. Though many in the occultic often deny membership of such in the public but the truth is everyone knows that it takes more "ordinary eyes" to succeed in the public life, particularly in Africa. 

Many are using spiritual influences to have their ways with you; many proposals, requests and projects craving for the leader's attention, issues from aides, members, followers and the general publics; all these ones rightly consulting and praying the assistance of their God/gods to get outcomes in their favors; how dare the leader be ordinary man?

I once referred a serving Governor in Oyo state as "Cadaver" because he was under great spiritual influence by his personal aides and he neither believed nor could resist their manipulations which were detrimental to the success of his administration. Anyway, he found his foot before the end of his tenure and was spiritual fortified after much damages have been done. 

A great leader must seek to be spiritually stronger than his followers with evidence of spiritual gifts, it doesn't matter which side of the spiritual divide, whether divine or occultic; public leadership is no child's play and we must be spiritually fortified. What's at stake is beyond ordinary and to trivialise it is to do so at the detriment of our success, even of our lives. The burial rites of most public leaders in Yoruba land reveal their occultic membership, even though they often deny such in their life time. 

What is annoying in the leader's spiritual prowess is the religious flirtation and  rituals by those who can't publicly admit to that religion. Yes, it's very annoying for a Matthew to be involved in blood sacrifices, talk-less of human sacrifices. Many obnoxious activities by public leaders take place before dawn, all in the name of seeking power or protection; though they are desperate in the attempts to fill the spiritual voids that their status demanded, they often sought help from the wrong places. 

As for me, I live and move and have my being in Jesus Christ; He's my refuge, fortress and Master.

Leadership Quote: "Leadership is the ability to establish standards and manage a creative climate where people are self-motivated toward the mastery of long term constructive goals, in a participatory environment of mutual respect, compatible with personal values"

By Anonymous.

Have a great day and wonderful weekend.

FRIDAY LEADERSHIP NUGGETS: THE LEADER'S POPULARITY Vs NOTORIETY

FRIDAY LEADERSHIP NUGGETS: THE LEADER'S POPULARITY Vs NOTORIETY

You think you are popular because everyone hails you everywhere, you need to check what you are known for, the sincere opinion of the people about your personality. You might just discover you are truly well known but notorious, not popular.

The reality of this confusion done on me sometime in 1995 at University of Ilorin when a 200 level student sought my advice to contest for the students' Union Presidency, he needed my support but was wise enough to ask for my advice instead. In that brief moment, many things went through my mind about this guy's personality and I knew I must be diplomatic in my response because he had so much respect for me. I told him: I know you're motivated by the fact that you're well known on campus but I would sincerely advise that you do a personal research to know what you're known for, if you're not satisfied with what you find out, work on it and improve on your personality before the next election, since time is on your side. I explained and he nodded in understanding, I patted him on the back and we went our different ways. This guy withdrew from the race that session but I heard he became the students Union President the next session. 

Friends, the leadership lesson today is that the fact that you are well known by the people doesn't mean you are electable. We must always do self appraisal to know what opinion the generality of the people have about us. The guy in question was notorious but was wise enough to swallow the bitter pill and worked on his personality. Many politicians and public officers must do personality appraisal often and save themselves agony of public rejections when it mattered most. 

Where votes really count, where the opinions of the people really matter; leaders are under constant watch and on hot seats. That is what we are called for as public leaders but sincerity with oneself helps a lot in determining how far we can go in a sane society. It is not enough to be well known; what are you known for? Some are actually notorious but they assume wrongly that they are popular, their neighbors, extended family members and colleagues could hardly tolerate them but because they are silent about the leaders' personality, they mistaken it for popularity.

Mr Leader, press the brakes, pause a bit and find out the through opinion of the people about you. Do yourself a big favour and confirm if your are popular or notorious.

Leadership Quote:  "Men often mistaken notoriety for fame, and would rather be noticed for their vices than not be noticed at all."
Author: Harry S. Truman

Good morning, have a great day and pleasant weekend.

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WHY GENERAL BUHARI MUST SECURE PRESIDENT BUHARI

WHY GENERAL BUHARI MUST SECURE PRESIDENT BUHARI:

At the present pace Mr. President is going, it is expedient that he engages his military tactics and see himself as fighting true war; war against corruption is war against wicked people who will fight dirty to maintain their corrupt territories. Let's take heed:

1. Don't eat apple o: Mr President, remember that a former Head of State was alleged to have eaten apple before his cardiac was arrested. Watch what and where you eat.

2. Don't drink tea o: MKO Abiola was alleged to have drank tea before his cardiac was arrested and General Abdulsalam was in the "peace meeting" too. Be careful with where and how often these people meet you.

3. Don't trust these foreign allies o: there were stories of international involvements in the killing of Abacha and Abiola; you can't be too careful in being careful. What they say doesn't matter and if the war against corruption produces real results, some of these countries will hate you; you would have succeeded in putting them under serious pressures.

4. Watch the gases too: there are stories of infectious gases that can cause sudden malignous cancer and terminal diseases; remember Chief Gani Fawehinmi. Gen Idiagbon returned from Abuja to Ilorin after "peace meeting" to die within 48hours from "stooling". The rumour claimed you were in the meeting and another member of this present peace committee. Please take heed o.

5. Double check your vehicles and flights: Mr. president must ensure he's not flown by suicide pilot and the fuel must not leak in the space. Your vehicles and jets just be well policed by trusted security aides. Patrick Yakowa and Gen Aziza died of circumstantial jet crash and life goes on.

6. Stop granting audience to these elites: stop this "I will probe" slogan and strengthen the appropriate agencies, judiciary and the police to fight and prosecute those found wanting, irrespective of social status. That way, you are not the one fighting corruption but Nigeria.

7. General Buhari must do everything possible to secure Mr President because all the support we have for him is because he's alive; Nigerians only support the living and available leader, Abiola and Yar'Adua must have stories to tell.

Seriously, Nigerians must pray for Mr President's safety and Mr President must be very careful; suspicion is the survival charm of the elders.

God has blessed the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

PRACTICING DISCIPLINES TODAY THAT WILL LEAD TO SUCCESS TOMORROW By J. c Maxwell

FRIDAY LEADERSHIP NUGGETS:

Delaying the gratification and making the necessary sacrifices now to ensure the desired success is very important. These are the words of Dr. J. C. Maxwell and they enriched my soul greatly.

PRACTICING DISCIPLINES TODAY THAT WILL LEAD TO SUCCESS TOMORROW By Dr J. C Maxwell.

Everyone wants to be thin, but no one wants to diet. Everybody wants money, but not many people want to work long hours or to follow a budget. Lots of people would like a nice yard or garden, but few want to pull weeds.
The common denominator of success is discipline—forming the habit of doing things that the vast majority of people neglect to do. Individuals don’t accidentally stumble upon greatness. Even those who suddenly gain fame have usually worked hard all of their lives to become an “overnight success.” What we do on some great occasion depends on who we already are; and who we are is the result of previous years of discipline. It’s fine to praise the quality of discipline, but the real question is where practice to discipline on a daily basis. It’s especially critical for leaders to be disciplined in the following areas:
1) Thinking: Make a point to discipline yourself to think about your values and priorities every day. Values provide you with direction, guiding your decision-making. Meanwhile, priorities give you focus, directing how you spend your time. Poor thinkers are slaves to their surroundings. On the other hand, leaders make a habit of examining their world and contemplating ways to make it better. Their ideas and insights make them valuable and sought-after teammates.
2) Relationships: Make the decision to cultivate relationships and invest in them daily. You’ll enjoy life more when you share it with others, and you’ll go the farthest in life when you partner with people who genuinely care about you.
3) Talent: Daily choose to strengthen and sharpen your natural abilities, for they can open avenues to unique areas of influence. People don’t pay attention to what’s average, but they will pay both respect and rewards to individuals with exceptional skills.
4) Finances: Make sacrifices and live within your means today so that you can have financial options tomorrow. Avoid debt. While money may not make you happy, owing money is certain to make you miserable. Moreover, give generously. The purpose of wealth isn’t to spoil yourself but to serve those in need.
5) Health: Make the decision to know and follow healthy guidelines daily. Eat in moderation, and exercise regularly. Also, strike a balance between accomplishment and rest. Leaders have ambition, at times too much, and they can run themselves ragged trying to chase down career goals. As John Wanamaker said, “People who cannot find time for recreation are obligated sooner or later to find time for illness.” Be sure to handle stress effectively so that the pressures of leading don’t wear down your body. Taking proper care of yourself gives you the physical strength and mental wellbeing to tackle the demands of leadership.
Summary: If you commit to a set of daily disciplines, eventually you’ll reach a point in life at which you’re absolutely astounded by all the good you have been able to accomplish. In that moment, it will be crystal clear that you didn’t do it in a day but that you did it every day. By doing the right things daily, year after year, one day you will receive reward and recognition for them.

Have a blessed weekend.

YOUR SALVATION IS IN YOUR MOUTH.

YOUR SALVATION IS IN YOUR MOUTH:

Friends, I want to charge you this morning because God would not perform what you can't declare with your mouth.

Remember, "you are gods... and with the heart, man believes... but with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.

As the day breaks, begin to take charge and declare what you want to see today.

I agree with you that you are victorious, your victories shall be celebrated and your enemies shall be confounded in Jesus name.

— feeling inspired.

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REAL ESSENCE OF GOVERNMENT BY DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR

FRIDAY LEADERSHIP NUGGETS. 

THE REAL ESSENCE OF GOVERNMENT:

I have always believed and seen government as service to God, an attempt to join God in making life better for all and orderliness to humanity. It saddens my heart when I hear people condemn participation in politics and call it bad names; it is a fact that politics is dirty but the Truth is that it is not supposed to be so. 
Governance is noble and the fact that some bad eggs have demonstrated evil conducts in politics for centuries don't change the essence of government but only show how much we must try to get the true essence back on track.

This is what Martin Luther King Jr says about Government:

In a word, next to the Gospel or the spiritual office; no better jewel, no greater treasure, no costlier gift, no finer foundation, no more precious possession exists on earth than a government that administers and upholds Justice.... For not in vain, God called its administrators "god". He does not want this to be a lazy, useless, idle estate, in which people seek only honor, power, pleasure or mere self interest and wantoness.

....This is the reason why God wanted to have government; that life in the world might go on in an orderly manner.

.... A government is controlled either by a few or by many; and yet if God does not control it, it is not administered well either by a few or by many.

... Government is instituted, not in order to seek its own profit at the expense of the subjects and to exercise its self-will on them but in order to provide for the best interests of its subjects.

Me: Abuse doesn't change the intended purpose of something but only shows someone has ignorantly or deliberately misapplied use. We can still do it right and that start from you and I. Let's make a different in our little worlds and the desired changes will come.

Thank God it's Friday and have a pleasant weekend.