By Abdulmumin Abubakar
It is a general believe that leadership is not always measured by how loud you blow your trumpet or the amount of noise it makes, but by the positive impact it creates in the lives of people particularly close ones and followers. This philosophy aptly reflects the leadership approach of Hon. Adams Adabenege, Chairman of the Kogi State Local Government Service Commission, whose quiet but passionate commitment to human capital development continues to inspire hope and redefine the meaning of purposeful leadership in his own right.
His recent gesture of gifting a car to his Personal Assistant, his brother and mentee, Umar Mamman, whom he has also supported as councilor in the just concluded local government election, was more than an act of generosity. It represents a practical demonstration of mentorship, compassion and a genuine belief in the capacity of young people to grow, succeed and achieve their dreams when given the right opportunities.
At a time when it was also reported that he facilitated appointments for many youths and women from his Obehira-uvete ward, supported many on business establishment as well as creates employment opportunities for people.
Hon. Adabenege has demonstrated that some of the most meaningful contributions happen quietly, through personal sacrifices, encouragement and deliberate investments in the future of others. His gesture sends a powerful message that leadership should not merely be about occupying positions of authority, but about creating opportunities for others to rise.
Indeed, creating a meaningful impact in people’s lives does not always require extraordinary resources. Sometimes, it takes compassion, empathy, a willingness to give others a chance and the courage to invest in their dreams. These are the values exemplified by his gesture towards Umar Mamman, whose relationship with the Commission’s chairman goes beyond official duties to include mentorship and personal development.
By supporting and encouraging his mentee, Hon. Adams Adabenege demonstrates the importance of building people who can, in turn, contribute meaningfully to their communities. Such acts of kindness, when sustained, can inspire a culture of mentorship, generosity and shared progress.
I commend your uncommon gesture sir. May God bless you exceedingly.
Congratulation to Umar Mamman Enesi
– Abdulmumin Abubakar writes from Okene.
