According to John Calvin
Maxwell, an evangelical Christian author, speaker, and pastor, born in 1947 and
has over 60 books in his kitty written by him, principally focusing on
leadership, “A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way”.
For Marian Anderson (February 27, 1897 – April 8, 1993), one of the most celebrated African-American singers in the twentieth century, “Leadership should be born out of the understanding of the needs of those who would be affected by it”.
Napoleon Bonaparte (August 15, 1769 – May 5, 1821), a French military and political leader, who rose to prominence during the later stages of the French Revolution and its related wars in Europe, noted that “A leader is a dealer in hope”.
In the words of Theodore Roosevelt (October 27, 1858 – January 6, 1919), the great author, hunter, naturalist and explorer, who was the 26th American President between 1901 and 1909, “the most successful politician is he who says what the people are thinking most often in the loudest voice”.
The 18th century English Ballad, George Bernard Shaw wrote; ‘Life is no brief candle to me. It is a sort of splendid torch which I get to hold for a moment and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before turning it over to future generations’.
A lot of creative ink has been spent in evaluating and sometimes comparing the existence of human beings on planet earth with the chemical bye-product called candle. Celebrated song writers and singers have held the world spell bound with timeless songs depicting the sojourn of man on earth as a candle in the wind. Thus, the most illustrious of such breath taking songs was the rendition by Sir Elton John, the English pop icon in honour of the deceased Lady Diana, Princess of Wales.
Thus, a human life that trudges on and counts 50 years by all stretch of logic and perhaps reason is deserving of clinking the glass. Where however, the life of such a human being in a manner of speaking bestrides his time like a colossus, a celebration of such life is therefore non-negotiable. That is the case of a quintessential gentleman, humanist, distinguished senator, respected scholar, eminent jurist, administrator par excellence, patriot, husband and father, Akpor Pius Ewherido a Knight of Saint Mulumba, who turns 50 years on May 4, 2013.
A quintessential man, icon of pivotal strength and courage are traits that stand him out. As the sages say, life is not about how long but about how well. For this enviable of our time, it has been 50 years of grace and glory.
Attaining the golden age of 50 is no mincemeat, as many people look forward to it. But, like a colossus, Senator Pius has not only clocked the age, he has recorded quite a milestone along the way.
Even before attaining this golden age, he has, through perseverance and unflinching courage, transplanted himself to heights many fear to attain. He is not just a role model, but a performer with a glowing track record to show. To his immediate family, he is a lovely husband and cherished father. While to others, he is simply a distinguished Senator, reliable colleague, trusted friend, an engine house, a priceless jewel and a gem of inestimable value. Senator Ewherido is an orator and an irresistible speaker with an ability to hold an audience spell bound. Describe him as a sturdy bamboo in the dense forest of Nigeria’s intellectual universe, and you would be apt. His razor sharp intellect and charisma exuded at any given opportunity stands him out.
A lawmaker of repute; daring; highly positive about the future of Nigeria; principled to the core, are qualities that adhere him to the hearts of all. In the midst of these glowing attributes, his demeanour bellies all.
He is a man with great depth and the fear of God.
Despite the rigours of his job, Senator Ewherido is always loving, humble and sensitive to the plights of people. By natural inclination, he has time for everybody he comes across, notwithstanding status. Always going beyond the call of duty to help, no matter what the odds are. To this man, politics should be all about service, humanity and making a difference in the life of the electorate.
Going beyond the call of political duty due to his compassionate nature, made Senator Pius to initiate the Ewherdio Foundation (Support for my Constituents). Many have benefited immensely from this course. Senator Ewherido, by a wide consensus, has been a role model to many. He is a hallmark of integrity in service. A man of strength and character, he's has been a 50 years of a distinguished life.
Like him or hate him, at 50, he has through dint of courage and hard work etched his name in the country’s history of indomitable men. In essence, Senator Ewherido is a trail blazer.
For Marian Anderson (February 27, 1897 – April 8, 1993), one of the most celebrated African-American singers in the twentieth century, “Leadership should be born out of the understanding of the needs of those who would be affected by it”.
Napoleon Bonaparte (August 15, 1769 – May 5, 1821), a French military and political leader, who rose to prominence during the later stages of the French Revolution and its related wars in Europe, noted that “A leader is a dealer in hope”.
In the words of Theodore Roosevelt (October 27, 1858 – January 6, 1919), the great author, hunter, naturalist and explorer, who was the 26th American President between 1901 and 1909, “the most successful politician is he who says what the people are thinking most often in the loudest voice”.
The 18th century English Ballad, George Bernard Shaw wrote; ‘Life is no brief candle to me. It is a sort of splendid torch which I get to hold for a moment and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before turning it over to future generations’.
A lot of creative ink has been spent in evaluating and sometimes comparing the existence of human beings on planet earth with the chemical bye-product called candle. Celebrated song writers and singers have held the world spell bound with timeless songs depicting the sojourn of man on earth as a candle in the wind. Thus, the most illustrious of such breath taking songs was the rendition by Sir Elton John, the English pop icon in honour of the deceased Lady Diana, Princess of Wales.
Thus, a human life that trudges on and counts 50 years by all stretch of logic and perhaps reason is deserving of clinking the glass. Where however, the life of such a human being in a manner of speaking bestrides his time like a colossus, a celebration of such life is therefore non-negotiable. That is the case of a quintessential gentleman, humanist, distinguished senator, respected scholar, eminent jurist, administrator par excellence, patriot, husband and father, Akpor Pius Ewherido a Knight of Saint Mulumba, who turns 50 years on May 4, 2013.
A quintessential man, icon of pivotal strength and courage are traits that stand him out. As the sages say, life is not about how long but about how well. For this enviable of our time, it has been 50 years of grace and glory.
Attaining the golden age of 50 is no mincemeat, as many people look forward to it. But, like a colossus, Senator Pius has not only clocked the age, he has recorded quite a milestone along the way.
Even before attaining this golden age, he has, through perseverance and unflinching courage, transplanted himself to heights many fear to attain. He is not just a role model, but a performer with a glowing track record to show. To his immediate family, he is a lovely husband and cherished father. While to others, he is simply a distinguished Senator, reliable colleague, trusted friend, an engine house, a priceless jewel and a gem of inestimable value. Senator Ewherido is an orator and an irresistible speaker with an ability to hold an audience spell bound. Describe him as a sturdy bamboo in the dense forest of Nigeria’s intellectual universe, and you would be apt. His razor sharp intellect and charisma exuded at any given opportunity stands him out.
A lawmaker of repute; daring; highly positive about the future of Nigeria; principled to the core, are qualities that adhere him to the hearts of all. In the midst of these glowing attributes, his demeanour bellies all.
He is a man with great depth and the fear of God.
Despite the rigours of his job, Senator Ewherido is always loving, humble and sensitive to the plights of people. By natural inclination, he has time for everybody he comes across, notwithstanding status. Always going beyond the call of duty to help, no matter what the odds are. To this man, politics should be all about service, humanity and making a difference in the life of the electorate.
Going beyond the call of political duty due to his compassionate nature, made Senator Pius to initiate the Ewherdio Foundation (Support for my Constituents). Many have benefited immensely from this course. Senator Ewherido, by a wide consensus, has been a role model to many. He is a hallmark of integrity in service. A man of strength and character, he's has been a 50 years of a distinguished life.
Like him or hate him, at 50, he has through dint of courage and hard work etched his name in the country’s history of indomitable men. In essence, Senator Ewherido is a trail blazer.
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