Reno Omokri, a well-known novelist and social commentator, highlights the value of persuasion over agitation in a recent Facebook post regarding fears around big changes. He makes the argument—based on Proverbs 15:1—that a tactful approach might deflect possible confrontations and promote communication and cooperation. The need for reassurance and honest communication is echoed by this advise. CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
According to him, “Even you, as a Lagosian, if you hear that Dangote Refinery is moving to Kano, would you be happy, even if it was the right decision? And that is a private firm. How much more a public corporation? On this note, Persuasion leads to cooperation. Agitation leads to confrontation. Proverbs 15:1 says, ‘A soft word turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.’ Where Mutanen Arewa are angry, pacify them. Explain, reassure, affirm and eventually, they will see reason with you. They are not irrational. We know those in the Nigerian project who sometimes act irrationally.” CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
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