"Capacity is an understanding of the risks of investing in the market, an understanding of the products available in the market, an understanding of the role of different players."

"My country is a country where the entrepreneurial spirit is just outstanding. You’ve got really hard-working people who are keen to make a difference in many ways, and the capital markets provide the opportunity for people to raise capital and for people to also invest in the market."

"For any country I do feel strongly that capital markets are extremely important, but more so for Nigeria than any other, because it’s almost been 50 years since independence."

"I believe that mentorship is a way to give back and contribute to preparing future generation of leaders."

"The role of Treasurer, World Bank, is one of the most prestigious finance roles globally, not only because of the volume and level of sophistication of transactions, but also because of the laudable mission of the World Bank, and the fact that it is owned by most countries of the world and operates everywhere."

"Economics indeed matters because it enables us to measure all aspects of the well-being of society using what I consider a common standard, especially because I do believe - like it’s often said - that it is difficult to manage what you can’t measure."

"We women must join hands to help one another, so we can all move forward because Igbos say there is strength in number."

"I enjoyed the programme and had some wonderful facilitators that made me realize there can be possibilities in the midst of impossibilities. Ogechi Adeola is wonderful, very helpful and knowledgeable."

"The system has three major types namely, Igba-boi also known as Igba Odibo (become an apprentice); Imu Oru also known as Imu Oruaka (learn a craft) and Imu Ahia (learn a trade). All types are geared towards the transfer of knowledge or entrepreneurial skills but they differ in approach. Unlike the Igba-boi/Igba Odibo where a mentee will be tutored for free for a period of pre-agreed years, in the Imu Oru/Imu Oruaka and Imu Ahia types, tutorship is paid for by the mentee or mentee’s parents/sponsors."

"We need to be prayerful, praying to God to bless our homes and businesses. It is good to understand that the future is bigger and brighter. Everything would be ok. Because of this, please be diligent in your work and let honesty be your guide."

"Everybody’s destiny is different; everyone should determine what to do in order to make progress. It is not everything you can do. All things are not expedient; please find where your strength lies."

"Continue to put in your best effort in everything you do, all the time. Please don’t let the present situation in the world distract you and make you lose interest in the work you are doing. The Igbos say that “if the chicken stops pecking, what would she use to feed her children."

"Segmentation involves categorizing markets along homogenous or related lines, using some similarity criteria to divide the market into groups."

"Organisational creativity dimensions that drive market performance are more complex than previously thought."

"We will address these challenges by providing world-class practice-focused sales and marketing programs with experienced business experts, trainers, and innovators through teaching, mentoring and experiential learning."

"We want the academy to represent a holistic approach to Sales & Marketing training and development."

"We have identified challenges in the industry which include the gap between theory and practice and the urgent need to provide professionals with the right training, equipping them for every-day work."

"Money is not everything but being comfortable makes a relationship richer and enjoyable."

"Whether there is love in Nollywood or not is a function of the experiences one has had."

"What is important in a relationship is love and understanding. Are you guys good with each other? Do you bring yourself peace? If all these are positive, then age is just a number."

"There is so much potential for culture to be used as a vehicle to influence people’s perceptions of a country, a destination, a civilisation."

"Give Gratitude. Start a gratitude journal. Write ten things you are grateful for everyday. Don’t stop. Even when things get better, which they most certainly will, keep the gratitude going. What you appreciate appreciates."

"Work hard, stay positive, do some good, walk your own path and keep persisting. You will definitely see the fruits of your labour."

"A smile, a gentle demeanour and a kind word coupled with confidence, and persistence can take you as far as you need to go. A leader can take many forms, aggression is not always the answer."

"What I have learned from this is addressing problems and challenges with your innate nature and authenticity is in fact as effective if not more."

"I strongly believe that unity is the way forward and is required for the world to be a better place."

"The path to true happiness is following one’s dreams and living out your “Ikigai”. Ikigai is a Japanese term that advocates doing something you love, that has an impact on the world and also serves a bigger purpose."

"Knowledge is power, as is experience."

"The thing about the creative sector is the potential that it has in Nigeria’s economy going into the future."

"Soft power is not just a squishy concept. It is used very deliberately by European and now Asian powers."

"No one said it’s going to be easy, the only assurance is that the difficult times won’t last forever. Never give up on your passion, follow your dreams, keep lighting up the world."

"We need good governance that puts women at the centre of its policies, and is seen to defend and enforce these policies. We need an enabling environment that supports women at home, in the workplace and in public spheres."

"I am a firm believer that the world is experiencing rapidly total transformation and if you don’t adapt and move with it, you will get left behind."

"The government can do a lot more to ensure that there is a sustainable environment for the private sector to flourish."

"My charge to women is to keep climbing the career ladder. Climb it anxious. Climb it confidently. But just keep climbing. And when you get to the top, because you will – give a helping hand to the women coming behind you – this is how we grow!"

"There are no two ways about it, women must continue to advance. After all, we make up more than half of the world’s population."

"....when you are dedicated and passionate, even when you think no one is watching, today will be the tomorrow you always dreamt of."

"Many times, people will tell you it is impossible, it can’t be done, you are too small or too inconsequential to make change happen. Look them in the face and show them just how to do it."

"CNBC All Africa Businesswoman of the Year (2012)"

"“I strongly believe that in my lifetime, I will see Nigeria become the country of our dreams. I will see a prosperous Nigeria that works for everyone irrespective of who you are or where you come from.”"

"“If you can read, unlearn and relearn, you will always be relevant.”"

"“With technology, there will be a few job losses; but I always say that it is the lazy people that will lose their jobs. If you grow with the trend as the trend evolves, you will be constantly relevant.”"

"“One of the greatest challenges of Nigeria in this 4th Industrial Revolution is that we don’t have a central data mining system that provides information that guides policy-making on the side of government and guides decision-making for the private sector. If you don’t have data, how can you do national planning? We are not a data-driven country, so, it’s difficult. All of the data that Nigeria is using to innovate are foreign data.”"

"“It is important that young people are prepared for the future of work in this 4th Industrial Revolution that is upon us. If we don’t fix our education, what we’re going to have is a generation of university graduates who will not be able to compete with High School students in other countries.”"

"“We cannot face today’s challenge with yesterday’s knowledge.”"

"“Humility is one of the greatest things that I’ve learned about leadership. The second is inclusivity; don’t discriminate against anybody. The third is equity; what you cannot take, don’t do to people.”"

"“Boys are not special and girls are not special. All children are legitimate members of society; treat them as such. Give them equal opportunity and support. That way, we will raise perfectly-balanced human beings and build a perfectly-balanced society.”"

"“Those are men with low self-esteem.”"

"“In my marriage, there’s no lopsided leadership; it’s not a master-servant leadership.”"