He also recalled as of then that people believe in younger one's who are confident and trustworthy and that's why he is passionate about his job and helping the African youths continue with the full statement below
When I was 27, I was given the opportunity of a lifetime: I became a branch manager at AllStates Trust Bank, a young bank in Nigeria. Banking was beginning to change the country, it was the sector to be in, ripe for transformation, ready for disruption, for democratisation.
At that time, few believed a 27-year-old could successfully lead a bank branch. But that opportunity changed the entire course of my life.
It gave me confidence. It gave me a platform. Most importantly, it gave me perspective.
That’s why today, I am passionate about giving young people the same chance I was given. Because I know what’s possible when someone believes in you early.
This belief is at the heart of everything we do at the Tony Elumelu Foundation. It’s why we invest in young African entrepreneurs - because someone once invested in me.
My journey didn’t begin with capital. It began with trust.
Let’s keep believing in Africa’s youth. They are ready to lead, grow and transform our continent.
I hope his story inspire you if you are the type that doesn't know what trust worth you better find out from the business tycoon.
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