In my Own Words

-'Gbenga Sesan

“Both ‘Gbenga and I worked together on the [United Nation’s] World Summit on the Information Society Youth Caucus. ‘Gbenga is an inspirational leader in the African IT field, devoted to the development of his country through practical projects and organisations. He enthuses and motivates others, and brings to his work a great degree of integrity and reliability.” – Nick Moraitis, Manager, Greenpeace

 

“‘Gbenga worked with me in the United Nations WSIS Youth Caucus. He is a very inspiring person who can successfully realize projects from vision to implementation. ‘Gbenga truly belongs to the next generation crowd of people who have the potential to change the world!” – Thomas Biebl, Austria

 

“In his selection as an Archbishop Tutu Fellow we have an expectation that ‘Gbenga will in the future be one of the most influential leaders of the development and transformation of Africa, particularly in the field of ICT. His impressive achievements to date demonstrate he is on the path to fulfilling our expectations of his leadership capabilities.” – Peter Wilson, Executive Director, African Leadership Institute

 

“... among his ilk in the Information Technology (IT) community, not only does the name ‘Gbenga Sesan ring a bell, it stands as an authority in that field. ‘Gbenga ... could well pass as the youngest Nigerian IT guru and ambassador, given his work within and outside Nigerian shores.” – Sun Newspapers

 

“As a matter of fact, this alumnus of Obafemi Awolowo University (‘Gbenga Sesan) might just qualify as one of the most internationally acclaimed young Nigerians outside the sporting arena...” – Genevieve Magazine

 

The strength of this book comes from the fact that every principle and every point of view that ‘Gbenga espouses is followed by a practical life experience – in essence, ‘Gbenga stands as the physical proof of all that he has written: giving the book immense authority and credibility. When he says in page 35 that “the boundaries that mark the locations of nations are fast blurring as technological innovations turn the whole into a global village,” it is easy to see it because ‘Gbenga’s life and work have managed to defy space, time or place.
- Chude Jideonwo

 

"'Gbenga has again provided proof that Nigeria will get better and that the ‘project’ requires not only our hope and trust but our committment to make it work. His has been a journey in exemplyfing this and his committment as demystified In His Own Words has always been ‘infective’ and will only be more contagious now and encouraging to the numerous young people I hope will read this book."
Oluwakorede Asuni, Ambassador: Microsoft Internet Safety and Security Initiative for Nigeria and Author: Students' Survival Kit

 

“A thought-provoking experience of self-discovery and purpose...‘Gbenga, in very deep and practical narration, takes us through an inspiring journey of generational relevance.”
Tayo Opatayo, Team Leader, GeNext Project

 

“There is a depth of insight and experience captured by this book, thediligent application of which is capable of positively impacting the careers of young people all over the world... Take advantage of the wisdom compressed into these pages, and give yourself a head start on yourjourney to greatness.”
Temilade ‘Gbenga-Sesan (nee Agbaje), PhD Scholar, Nottingham University, UK

 


“’Gbenga is an inspirational leader who has demonstrated the power in overcoming boundaries. This book shares his compelling story of utilizing technologies as a means for development.”

Jennifer Corriero, Executive Director, TakingITGlobal.org

 

“People who know about ‘Gbenga Sesan and the much he has managed to achieve have always wondered at his story....

Many look at him and see a role model for taking uncharted courses and taking keen advantage of opportunities…”

Guardian Life, A Title of Guardian Newspaper