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Quotes by Nigerian Authors


"We have something very valuable, for which we have not yet found an application in this life."

"I am amazed upon the many battle that we engage in, be it money, control or matters of the heart, only very few of us knows how to fight in the right way or understand who we are really fighting against. To win any battle you' ve got to have the right strategy and resources because victories don't come by accident."

"You may spend much time and energy in preparation that you forget that the most important and essential step is action."

"The enemy stays in the hearts of friends. Watch what your friends know about you and watch what you tell your friends, remember, egoism breeds jealousy and ends a relationship in discord."

"Perfection is the lowest standard out there because it is unattainable. Be the best you can but don't try to be someone you were not born to be."

"Buy laughter with tears, and you'll be rich forever."

"An exceptional woman with all the desired qualities exists only in a man's imagination."

"Your real self may be hiding somewhere, look for it within, when you find yourself, you can freely be what you want to be."

"Persistent smile brings out hollow dimples, and persistent frowns brings out hollow wrinkles."


"To build up people teach them to be administrators and managers."


"A steward in the above scripture is a servant who serves."


"Develop your skill around your calling."


"Constant dedication brings constant prosperity."

"Wake up with a purpose and make every effort to succeed. Many people spend their lives just going through the motions. They are satisfied with their daily routines or habitual lifestyles. Don't be complacent with those activities. Challenge yourself to be better, do greater things."


"Don't fellowship with people around you alone, explore and reach out to more people."

"The destiny of a man is determined by his daily action, God won't allow you go anywhere, if you don't make an attempt to move."


"Delayed gratification is a major virtue that is missing from our society."


"Another consequence of not knowing the value of what you possess in this case the value of life is that, there would be some other people around you that will better understand what you possess."


"An effective life is a fulfilled one."

"The best thing about America is that it gives you space. I like that. I like that you buy into the dream, it's a lie but you buy into it and that's all that matters."


"Today I can joyfully say that one of the best undertakings I have ever made was to study the subject of responsibility."

"Going to church is not a sign of going to God, if you think he is omnipresent, he is right there in your soul and bedroom."

"Non-fiction, and in particular the literary memoir, the stylised recollection of personal experience, is often as much about character and story and emotion as fiction is."


"The earth is crying for people who make sound judgement and informed decisions."


"To become the king of your territory you must not allow any of your time pass without converting it into building your skills in that area of life."


"To prevent your time from just melting into vanity, you must race against time and stand in the way of time so you could convert it to tangible products."


"You need focus and concentration to be effective in life."

"Relationships can be compared to the shopping process. You shop for clothes, food, shoes, etc. You aim at getting yourself the very best things you need and carefully select the items. We can apply this same concept when we take the time to know and understand those we invite into our space. We may not know everything about them upfront but just as we try on clothes to see if they fit, so also should we evaluate those we surround ourselves with and set boundaries where applicable."


"People will rather appreciate a man who wears one suit out of the several he has got and refuse to validate the man who has put only suit he has into shape and has worn it on his back."


"Prayer is the breath of our spirit-man."

"Every family has a destiny to fulfill....Every child is the future of his or her family and nation at large....Every father is a hero to his son (child).....Fathers are you truly heroes to your children....check your thoughts, actions and motives.....are you really living up to your children' s expectations ?"


"The right priorities in planning will help you to avoid fuss, tiredness and overwork."


"If you will be deep enough to concentrate and study or rehearse anything, the world will bow in honor to you."

"It is always good to have friends. Friends may be considered as part of the family because you have created and unbreakable bond. But, sometimes we outgrow certain people. We no longer have the same interests or outlook on life. That is when you realize that the friendship has to be maintained from a distance. Therefore, you create a new avenue in your life by removing toxic people who defeat your purpose."


"Hard work is the secret of being a genius."

"Others have seen and experienced the good, the bad, and the ugly, and their experiences serve as models you can learn from."


"Our identity should be about what sphere of life we ought to bring to light as Christians."

"Education delivered by a strict councellor, and recieved with great pains would never brighten the future of any student."

"You perception of a person, place, or thing may not be accurate. Just because it looks good does not mean it is good and vice versa. Always be aware of your surroundings. Pay attention to the people, places, and things around you. Don't allow your misperception to put you in an uncomfortable situation."


"Talent is not enough, hard work makes the difference."
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