Chief Olusegun Obasanjo Urges Bells University Staff to Embrace Leadership Excellence at 2024 Staff Advance

Former President of Nigeria and Promoter of Bells University of Technology, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo (GCFR, Ph.D.), delivered an insightful address on leadership during Day 2 of the university's 2024 Staff Advance.

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Chief Olusegun Obasanjo Urges Bells University Staff to Embrace Leadership Excellence at 2024 Staff Advance

Former President of Nigeria and Promoter of Bells University of Technology, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo (GCFR, Ph.D.), delivered an insightful address on leadership during Day 2 of the university's 2024 Staff Advance. The morning session, described as engaging and thought-provoking, focused on the pivotal role of leadership in achieving excellence in service delivery.

Obasanjo’s speech centered around several key themes, including leadership development, service and godliness, and excellence in service. He stressed the importance of continuous physical, psychological, and spiritual growth for effective leadership, emphasizing that leadership skills can be acquired. He further highlighted the need for serving humanity and God, urging attendees to incorporate prayer and the fear of God in their daily lives.

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Chief Obasanjo also encouraged the staff to embrace teamwork, develop leadership skills, and maintain integrity in their service. He charged them to set ambitious goals, such as positioning Bells University as the first Nigerian institution to produce a Nobel Laureate, while ensuring realistic and measurable standards for evaluating progress.

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Acknowledging the challenges of leadership in Nigeria, Obasanjo called on the staff to seize opportunities for positive change, encouraging them to contribute to the nation's development through their individual roles at the university. He commended the Vice Chancellor and staff for their dedication and urged them to strive for even greater achievements.

The session concluded with a call for excellence, teamwork, and a commitment to leadership development, as the staff of Bells University of Technology move forward in their mission to serve both the university and the nation with integrity.