For some days now, the media has been over flooded with the phrase: "my oga at the top",
which emanated from the live interview @channels_TV granted
Mr. Shem Obafaiye, the
Lagos State Commandant of
the Nigeria Security &
Civil Defence Corps. (NSCDC).
Whilst so many have chosen to turn this to a joke, it should be
an eye opener for us. Now,
let's gain some
lessons from this;
1. Be very conversant
with the happenings around
you at all times. Ignorance can
be deadly!
2. Regardless of your
qualification, strive to
possess a Sound
Interpersonal
Communication Skill
(IPC). This will prevent you from making incoherent
presentations.
He was unable to answer
any question appropriately!
3. Regardless of the case, be
calm, remain yourself. Don't be
too "Boss Conscious". This was
a challenge the man had. He
wanted to please his Boss at all
cost, hence, the phrase "My Oga at the top".
Refrain from worshiping
people! Respect all, fear none.
Honor all, worship none!
4. When asked a
question and you don't
have an answer, please
just open up by saying
you don't know. Better
still, say you'll get back to the person. This led the man to
giving
"ww.nscdc that's all!" as
the URL for his
organization. Don't
EVER misinform people!
5. In this jet age, it
will be highly calamitous
to get ready. Please
DON'T GET
READY , LIVE
READY! The man obviously wasn't expecting the
questions asked. Bear in mind,
that this same interview could
have boosted Mr. Sham's
image if successful. Sometimes,
the path that leads to success may also lead
to failure!
This is a lesson for us
all!







