‘We want to hear about your values as a political candidate. What are you doing that is newsworthy? Have you learned to write press releases? Learn h… - Eugenia Abu

People are looking for headlines and it doesn't matter whether Nigeria burns.

Don't do your body, it can only take you as far as the bed. Do your brain, it can make you the President of Nigeria. You need to have a functional brain in your head. Pay attention to all you can learn. Work over and beyond the call of duty. Research to be on top of your game. Read. Research. Read. Take up every assignment with dedication, passion, deep-seated hunger to learn. Be tried, tested and proved by your superiors. You can make your space matter.

One of the things you must be is confident and well researched. Know a little bit about everything. And although I did not plan to be a Journalist as a young girl, my socialisation helped.