Tony Elumelu, wey be Chairman of Heirs Holdings and founder of Tony Elumelu Foundation, don cause big talk for public after e yarn say im success na because of luck, no be only hard work or ability.
The billionaire banker and economist make this confession during a candid interview with popular YouTuber Korty EO, where e challenge the common belief say success na pure product of hard work and intelligence.
Elumelu acknowledge the years wey e spend grinding through different roles for corporate world, but e still insist say factors wey e no get control over shape im rise to the top.
E no forget to stress say determination and disciplined work ethic na important ingredients for im journey, and e warn aspiring entrepreneurs make dem no abandon dia ambitions when wahala come.
“I am here because of luck. At times, you don’t get successful because you are the best in class or because you are the fittest or most energetic. Sometimes, you need luck and I am a product of luck,” Elumelu tok.
The remarks don ignite wave of reactions online, with plenty Nigerians and business observers dey ask how a man wey dem regard as one of Africa’s most tenacious self-made business leaders fit so quick dismiss im own decades of calculated effort and strategic decision-making.
Some argue say Elumelu statement reflect humility and acknowledgment of role of opportunity and timing, while others maintain say im accomplishments na for decades of calculated decisions, resilience, and entrepreneurial vision.
Widely regarded as one of Africa’s most influential business leaders, Elumelu don build reputation through investments across multiple sectors and im commitment to empowering young African entrepreneurs through Tony Elumelu Foundation.
Im latest remarks don reignite conversations about relationship between hard work, opportunity, and fortune for pursuit of success.
