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Jun 12, 2026 1 min

Build Your Career First, Then Lead

from Nigeria News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Retired Major General Johnson Olawumi dropped a powerful message on young Nigerians: don’t make politics your main hustle. He warned that relying solely on political funding leaves you vulnerable to sponsors and undermines integrity. Instead, build a solid career first — your professional credibility is the foundation for authentic leadership. Olawumi emphasized that respected leaders earn trust through proven expertise before entering politics, allowing them to transition smoothly back to their careers after office. Without a stable income and established skills, political careers can become unstable, even corrupting. His advice? Enter politics from strength — not as a fallback, but as a stage for service, once you’ve already made your mark elsewhere. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/126bedfdf093a39f

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