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 You definitely do need friends, acquaintances, associates and mentors. You do need good quality of these relationships in your life for wholesomeness in many ways.  We are social beings. Regardless of your temperamental profile, you need a cycle of quality people for wholesomeness. Cut the crap of being an introvert or lone wolf. Most times, people come up with excuses as this when they cannot or don't measure up in what it requires to build relationships. Stop consoling yourself by saying you don't have friends. It is not a badge of honor, wisdom or piety. You need a wholesome cycle of relationships to serve as companion of learning, guidance, encouragement, merrymaking, support, rebuke, correction, collaboration.  Money won't buy you good friends or quality relationships but money can buy you company of people. The most accomplished people in life have a good spectrum of quality relationships.

Thus set forth, half chemistry and half teaching work, the problem attracted me. I was reconsidering it that afternoon (it was a Thursday afternoon) as one of the noisy, sooty Sienna buses of Akure lugged me to Jos en-route Abuja. Now it happened that the evening of the same day destiny reserved for me a different and unique gift: the encounter with a woman, young and made of flesh and blood, warm against my side through our overcoats, gay in the misty cold of Rayfield-Jos, patient, wise and sure we were walking down streets still bordered with ruins from the religious crisis of 2012. In a few hours, I felt reborn and replete with new powers, washed clean and cured of tiredness borne from the 12-hours journey, finally ready to enter life with joy and vigor; equally cured was suddenly the world around me, and exorcised the name and face of the woman who had gone down into lower depths to make Jos city a "home away from home" for me. My very writing became a different adventure

It is not a cliché that health is wealth. And for public professionals, this stands all the more true. However, one part of health that isn't often paid attention to is brain health. This is why yesterday, the Class of Pacesetters (COP) were trained on Nourishing the Brain by Mrs Toyin Ndiomu. The training brought eye-opening perspectives to what it takes to nurture the brain in good health. Associates were able to understand better the factors that accelerate and decelerate brain health and how to navigate these for a good, long and healthy life. Leaders must realize the importance of genetics, good diet, good sleep, psychology, hormones, environment, social groups and more on optimizing the quality of their lives. The Class was agog with questions and opinions that showed this was a topic that was much needed for the young leaders.  Were you in class yesterday? What was your major takeaway? #ljlacademy #leadershipskills

May 23rd, the Class of Pacesetters, Associates of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy, continued their introduction into the Public Service system, which they began learning last week. The sessions were facilitated by Mr Femi Solaja and Mr Abidogun who trained the Associates on Appointments in the Public Service and Lagos State Creation and Establishments, respectively. Recall that last week, the PSSDC began facilitating these sessions on Public Service Rules and the Lagos State Administrative Structure. The Associates had the opportunity to widen their horizon as regards the different types of appointments and recruitment processes in the public service. The astute facilitator emphasized the importance of merit-based appointments, where talented and dedicated individuals are chosen based on their skills and abilities. They were also introduced to other types of appointments, such as temporary appointments, probationary appointments, and more, all which provide opportunities for indi

March 29, 2023.  There is a constant need for those who want to lead to commit to personal development. On the 29th of March, the LJLA Class of Pacesetters were trained on Personal Development by Mr Sesan Awonoiki, a Sales and Personal Development Expert who has over thirty years of experience and is the founder of the Sesan Awonoiki Sales Academy.  Fellows were taught in a highly engaging environment and subjects covered intelligences, fixed and growth mindsets, transferable skills, SMART goals and more. The training was also replete with relatable and much relevant examples from both the facilitator and the Executive Secretary of the LJLA, Ms. Folasade Coker. As they kickstart their journey into public service leadership, fellows will no doubt find this learning experience useful in creating a structure that keeps them on a continuous level of personal development and growth. #ljlacademy #leadership

May 24, 2023.  The Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy Associates had the privilege of learning from the Retired Permanent Secretary Mr Abiodun Bamgboye, who shared valuable insights on the Lagos State Public Service Rules. They gained a deeper understanding of the Public Service Rules significance, background, and the consequences of non-compliance. Mr Bamgboye's session was emotional and tearjerking as he generously shared his career journey in the Public Service for the last 35 years. Associates were truly inspired by his service and commitment to excellent service and devotion to the Government. In the second session, the accomplished Mr. Oladiran Ajetunmobi took the stage to discuss the development of the Lagos State THEMES agenda. He highlighted the achievements and policy thrusts of past Executive Governors, showcasing the progress made in key sectors such as infrastructure, healthcare, education, and transportation. The strides taken by each administration were celebrated, s