Digital Skills Community & Google Business Group (GBG) Abuja

CONNECT  .  INFORM  .  INSPIRE Discovering the Secrets of Innovation: Lessons from Flight One of my greatest sources of motivation and inspiration has been the story behind one of humanity’s most groundbreaking achievements—flight. It all started with the simple yet profound observation of a bird in motion. Daniel Bernoulli’s discovery of the principle that would eventually bear his name revolutionized our understanding of aerodynamics. He noticed that the unique shape of a bird’s wings generated a force known as "airfoil," creating the lift that makes flight possible. Think about this: many people lost their lives in the quest to achieve what we now take for granted every time we step onto an airplane. Yet, from their sacrifices came progress. When I’m on a flight, especially during takeoff, I don’t pray out of fear. Instead, I marvel at the generation of lift, the way the plane rises steadily to reach cruising altitude. It’s a moment of awe, a testament to the geni...

CONNECT  .  INFORM  .  INSPIRE When Opposition Is a Sign of Greatness In the pursuit of excellence, there’s a hidden truth that few talk about but many experience: greatness does not walk alone. The journey to significance, strength, and prominence is often met with resistance, criticism, and even hostility. But what if these challenges weren’t roadblocks, but instead signposts of your impact? “If no one sees you as an enemy, it means you’re not important enough. If no one sees you as a threat, it means you’re not strong enough. If no one talks behind your back, it means you’re not outstanding enough. If people are taking advantage of you, it means you have value. If someone tries to slander you, it means you’re very prominent.” These words remind us that the pushback we face often has less to do with us and more to do with the discomfort our success, ideas, or presence stirs in others. It’s not a call to seek enemies or provoke confrontation. Instead, it’s a reassur...

I watched Peter Obi's press conference on the state of the nation, and I found his remarks not only insightful but also necessary during this critical period of our democracy. It is disheartening that these thoughtful and constructive criticisms have been met with threats against him and his family. This is unacceptable in any society that claims to value freedom of expression. As a prominent opposition leader and a prospective president of Nigeria, Peter Obi occupies a unique position to spark meaningful conversations. Criticism from someone of his caliber is not a threat to governance; it is a wake-up call—a challenge to do better. If the government disagrees with his ideas, they have the option to address or disregard them. However, threats and suppression of opposing voices are undemocratic and dangerous. They harm the very foundations of our fragile democracy. As someone deeply optimistic and solution-oriented, I can’t help but see the challenges we face as opportunities for m...

Turning Stigmatization Into Strength: Nigeria’s Path to Economic Transformation Through the Digital Background Verification Service (DBVS) Leveraging Nigeria’s Unique Challenges to Build Global Trust and Economic Resilience The Challenge of Stigmatization For decades, Nigerians, both at home and abroad, have faced the weight of global stigmatization, a burden disproportionately borne by innocent, hardworking individuals. The actions of a small, unrepresentative minority have cast a long shadow, fostering widespread distrust in Nigerians across borders. This has resulted in damaging stereotypes perpetuated through media narratives, high-profile fraud cases, and systemic prejudice. Fraud allegations, corruption scandals, and increasing visa rejections have created a seemingly insurmountable barrier for millions of Nigerians striving to make a difference on the global stage. These stereotypes not only misrepresent the nation’s identity but also ignore the contributions of Nigerians who ha...