" A resilient Ruler absorbs the strains and hurdles of turbulence, recovers from setbacks and keeps the end goals in sight with unwavering positivity.
Instead of surrendering to adversity, I am determined to devise innovative solutions to minimize expenses and optimize operations, never compromising on quality. This will enable me, with my people's support and cooperation to weather the storm and emerge stronger"
By Bode Durojaiye.
It's natural to adopt a wait-and-see mindset during uncertain times. But great leaders and rulers like the Alaafin of Oyo , Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade don’t stand on the sidelines.
They enter the arena, bring clarity to chaos, and make bold decisions. Their greatest weapon is reflection, allowing them to transform challenges into a sense of purpose and uncertainty into opportunity.
The 5 Ds framework—Dream, Drive, Dare, Develop, and Deliver—provides a path Oba Owoade can leverage to navigate complexity and inspire actions.
To His Imperial Majesty , every successful leadership strategy begins with a dream—a vision that inspires the head, touches the heart, and moves the hand to action.
To Oba Owoade, " in today’s polarized world, populist values and societal expectations often clash; but leaders or rulers must ensure their dreams are rooted in purpose, inclusivity, and shared values.
" A compelling dream should express people's ambition, contributions to the society and aspirations".
The Royal Father submitted that without action, dreams are nothing more than ideas, as drive is the disciplined determination to manifest the vision into reality.
In a world of competing priorities, the Titan of Yorubaland argued that the key to success is to concentrate on the initiatives that will make the biggest difference.
"Drive is not about doing more—it's about doing your best work. Smart leaders prioritize purpose-aligned initiatives that balance short- and long-term needs", Alaafin Owoade pointed out.
To be continued.......
