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Philip Daniel Yatai
May, Sat, 2025

Why I left law profession for writing – Female author

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By Taiye Agbaje

Mrs Paula Pwul, a lawyer and an author, explained why she left the legal profession to become a writer.

Pwul, who is the host of “She’s the Brand Podcast,” said she decided to drop her robe because of her passion to help African women build brands that open global doors.

The emerging author stated this on Friday in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja.

She said as founder of Afrocreate Digital, she empowers women to own their voice, use the internet with purpose and build careers that align with their own convictions.

According to her, I believe that true influence starts from within.

Pwul said she wrote her debut book; “That Internet Thing You’re Doing?”, because she was tired of “seeing brilliant African women second-guess themselves online.”

“I knew too many women with deep expertise, creativity and impact who were hiding in plain sight—posting but not positioning, creating but not converting, showing up without owning their voice or not even showing up at all.

“This book is my answer to that. It’s my way of saying: enough.

“You’re allowed to be seen. You’re allowed to be paid. You’re allowed to take up space—online and beyond,” she said.

Pwul, a personal branding strategist, said the book is a practical and honest guide to building a personal brand online that actually works.

“It teaches you how to clarify your message, build trust, show up confidently and get paid for what you already know.

“Whether you’re creative, a professional or an entrepreneur, this book will help you turn your presence into a platform—and your platform into income and impact,” she said.

She said African women can start monetising their expertise online by identifying their values.

“What do people constantly ask you about? What problem can you help solve?

“Then create content around that. Teach, share insights, and build trust.

“You don’t have to have a huge audience; just the right offer for the right people.

“Package your knowledge into digital products, workshops, consultations or services.

“And most importantly, position yourself as someone worth learning from.

“The internet is full of noise, but clarity cuts through,” she concluded.

NAN reports that the book, which was debuted on May 17, has 10 chapters with 285 pages.(NAN)

Edited by Sadiya Hamza

Philip Daniel Yatai
Mar, Sat, 2025

Education

Author promises free secondary education for less privileged children

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By Philip Yatai

Donatus Okonna, an author and Executive Director, Basic Care Foundation, has promised free secondary education to less privileged children under the foundation’s expanded humanitarian programme.

Okonna stated this during the unveiling of his book titled, “True Religion” as part of activities to celebrate his 60th birthday in Abuja on Friday.

He added that the foundation had equally concluded plans to establish a skill acquisition centre and advocacy training for caregivers.

According to him, the gesture is part of the foundation’s humanitarian efforts and its dedication to uplifting the most vulnerable in society since its establishment in 2005.

Emphasising the importance of compassion and service, Okonna said that caring for the poor was not just for the wealthy but a duty for all, either through resources, time, or advocacy.

Speaking about the book, the executive director turned author described True Religion as a guide to one of God’s ideas of true worship, which is centered around caring for the poor.

He said that the book provided a detailed background on poverty and what constituted the most vulnerable people.

“The book focuses on specific instructions on how God wants us to pay close attention to vulnerable groups by prioritising their needs.

“The book is a compendium of nuggets for everyone and anyone who wants to learn why taking care of the poor is an integral part of genuine worship and service to God.

“With practical insights from the Bible, this book gives every Christian the right inference they need for a quality relationship walk with their heavenly,” he said.

Earlier, the former Director-General of the Voice of Nigeria, Dr Osita Okechukwu, agreed with Okonna that caring for the poor was not the sole responsibility of the government or the super-rich, but a duty for everyone.

Okechukwu described True Religion as a blueprint for practical compassion, and urged individuals to embrace kindness in everyday life.

He acknowledged gaps in social welfare and called for stronger partnerships with organisations like Basic Care Foundation to alleviate the struggles of the vulnerable in society.

“Donatus Okonna, through his book, demonstrates compassion and genuine concern for those neglected in our communities.

“This trait is worthy of emulation,” Okechukwu said.

On his part, the book reviewer, Prof. Okpe Arumona, praised True Religion as a compelling and essential read for those who valued generosity and social responsibility.

Arumona noted that the book, structured into ten chapters, provided a divine perspective on the presence of the poor in society and highlighted the necessity of prioritising their care.

He further explained that the principles of charity and social responsibility were universal, with similar values found in Islam and communal traditions.

He commended the book’s powerful message urging individuals and governments to recognise their roles in caring for the disadvantaged around them. (NAN)

Edited by Abiemwense Moru