Open Papers, Lectures

Investing in Nigeria and Other African Countries: The Security Question

This piece was written and first published in 2002. 16 years later, the points shared herein are still very much applicable today. We have to build a solid foundation of peace and security of life and property upon which economic and political stability could thrive. It is baffling that our leaders have continued to ignore this obvious equation.

Violence or Peace on Earth: “Early/Primitive Man” to the “Advanced” Man of Technology

Ultimately, with all its comparative conveniences, the “advancement” of technology holds a significant threat to mankind and his environment. In the grand scheme of things, all has meaning with the purpose of driving man to at some point in time rediscover his true self as a peaceful divine being of love. So, while some may continue to spur violence some will choose to seek peace.

Calling for Support In The Telling of African Stories Through Film – “We Have A Responsibility To Keep Our Stories Alive For The Future Generation.”

“Africans must rise to the challenge of telling their own stories. There are many African stories to be told, and histories and cultures to be safeguarded through the African perspective. Nollywood offers both a voice for our people and a bed of investment opportunities to be explored and enjoyed.”

How To Deal With Propaganda And Misinformation In A Time of Media Influence And Domination

“Be the keeper of your own gate of information. Invest a brief moment of research to verify anything suspicious or outrageous… Every human being has the ability of choice and the faculty of imagination and analysis. That is what makes man a divine creature. One has to be alert and aware to be able to feed on the right stuff.”

CAVEAT: Beware of Those Impersonating Others For Fraudulent Purposes:

“If someone dangles an opportunity before you on how to make some quick easy money using my name as the attorney, representative, or party, please be informed in advance that it is not true. This may be the case with others whose names may be subject to the same unauthorized abuse like mine, but I can only speak for myself.”

The Place of Peace in A Conflicting Universe

“One does not have to seek true peace outside the self for it is inherent in soul, but one certainly has to work to triumph over the challenges of the physical universe in other to rediscover and reconnect with that state of peace which transcends the physical…”

The Role of Nigerians (Africans) in Diaspora – in Nation Building

“The Nigerian (or African) in Diaspora is expected to deliver by exemplary ways for he can now compare the two worlds. He stands in a better position to apply what would work in effective and progressive nation-building. Anything less would be a disappointment and a betrayal…”

Revamping The Nigerian Leadership: Applying What We Know.

“While many Nigerians would tend to agree that re-branding maybe a good idea, it would be an exercise in futility, bound to fail if Nigerians would not find the confidence and encouragement to look up to their leaders for good examples…”

Ben Bruce And Buhari: Why Nigerians Must Learn From History, If…

“…the issues raised by Senator Bruce (PDP) for change of the status quo transcend party lines and fall in line with the values upon which President Buhari (APC) ran for election. This provides a common ground for the new administration to work regardless of affiliations.”

Exploring Frontiers for a Sustainable Nigeria – The Diaspora Effect.

Being an open paper delivered by Oliver O. Mbamara at the 3rd Annual Nigerian Leadership Summit in New York in 2012. The News: It is no news that many Nigerians have in recent times been traveling abroad for better opportunities and it is no news that many of these Nigerians now reside abroad. It is