Nkemelu Daniel K.'s 21 years birthday gift to his friend :::
360 degrees make a revolution. 360 degrees make a complete cycle. 360 degrees make a perfect circle. If a person has 360 degree knowledge of something, such knowledge is complete.
If my mathematical skills are still intact (provided I have not mixed up mathematical analysis with theoretical computing) and I can count properly, then today makes it 360 days since I met a very influential individual. Hence, as a corollary from my first paragraph, I can ambiguously but confidently assert than I possess scientific backing to write about this person.
Our first meeting was at the Noble Hall Sultan Bello, of the prestigious University of Ibadan. First impression was perfect. Confidence oozed, communication skill was outstanding and knowledge of contemporary issues was classic. We discussed politics, music, religion and academics. I didn't need another day to confirm that we had a lot in common and that whosoever propounded the law that "Like poles repel" was darn wrong. We are like poles and yes, we attract.
It didn't take long for him to carve himself an academic niche. He is well-grounded and a classic student. Jack of all trades, master of all. First class results poured it. And oh yes! Dean's honour list recipient in less than a year at the Faculty of Agriculture. I would have hurt this piece if I don't point out the times we spent under harsh weather conditions and mosquito ministrations preparing for exams. His will and attitude to succeed is awesome.
Outside the classroom, he is a perfect friend. "Have you eaten?". "How was your night?". "How was the exams?". He is always after the other man. Affectionately and sincerely, he displayed core leadership qualities even without knowing it.
And yes, we attend same fellowship. C to the F to the I..that's who we are, we repping the most high. (Nweike 2014, thesis style :) ). He gives his bit to the fellowship, displaying such teamwork and outspokenness that reminds you of the late Madiba.
And politically, oh politically, not only is he vast in governance and politics. He is an active player in his circle. He calls himself "a progressive Nigerian youth" (www.plainlens.blogspot.com). Playing major roles both at Student Union and Hostel levels. The ease with which he fills these positions and balances up academic work makes you feel like you are talking to a descendant of Martin Luther King.
I recommend him for any position of leadership and any issue requiring men of repute and strong moral background. He is my friend, my colleague, my brother, my adviser(/advisee), we are each other's PA. Lol. And yes, his name is Ojo Emmanuel Oluwanifemi.
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