..whether we agree with his policies or not, politically, Tinubu is exceptional.
Whether you like him or not politically, one thing nobody can take away from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is his political structure and influence.
Tinubu’s greatest strength is not just money, power or position. His greatest strength is people.
1. Build People, Not Just Wealth:
Nigeria has many rich men, but not all rich men raise future leaders.
Tinubu is different in this aspect. Many politicians, governors, ministers and influential people today passed through him politically one way or another.
He does not just give people fish. He teaches them how to fish.
That is why many people remain loyal to him after many years.
2. Your Network Is Greater Than Your Net Worth:
There is a Yoruba saying:
“Olowo kan laarin otosi mewa, otosi ni ohun na.”
Meaning:
A rich man among ten poor people is also poor.
What makes a man truly powerful is the quality of people around him.
Tinubu invested heavily in relationships, loyalty and political mentoring. Today, he enjoys the rewards of years of building people.
Look at today’s Salah celebration for example. Imagine the number of gifts, cows, rams and goodwill that would have entered Tinubu’s household through friends, allies and loyalists across Nigeria.
That is the power of influence.
If many rich men in Nigeria lose their wealth today, it may be very difficult for them to rise again because many people around them only stayed because of money.
But in Tinubu’s case, even if he falls politically or financially, which is already difficult because of his structure, he can still bounce back quickly because of the strong network of people he has built over the years.
That is the difference between having money and having people.
3. Plan Ahead Of Time:
One thing Tinubu understands very well is planning.
He does not wait until election season before preparing. He builds structures years ahead.
That is one major reason many people believe 2027 will still be very interesting politically.
Love him or hate him, Tinubu is always many steps ahead politically.
4. Loyalty Still Matters In Life:
Many people rise and immediately forget those who helped them.
But in Tinubu’s political camp, loyalty is rewarded heavily.
That is why many people remain with him for decades.
A man who helps people rise will hardly stand alone when challenges come.
5. Leadership Is About Reproduction:
The greatest leaders reproduce other leaders.
Look across Nigeria today. From Lagos to other parts of the country, Tinubu has political influence almost everywhere.
Mention another politician in Africa that has raised this number of governors, ministers, lawmakers and political figures consistently over decades.
Whether we agree with his policies or not, politically, Tinubu is exceptional.
The lesson here is simple:
-Learn to build people.
-Learn to help others grow.
-Raise future leaders.
-Your greatest investment can be human beings.
At the end of the day, money alone cannot sustain influence forever, but people can.
Mind you, Mr. Odewale Adesoye AKA Green Man is not a blind supporter of any politician, but when it comes to politics and structure building, Tinubu is truly a masterclass.
A message from:
Mr. Odewale Adesoye AKA Green Man.
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