The Dance of Ego and Pride: Unraveling the Intricacies of Self-Identity.

The Dance of Ego and Pride: Unraveling the Intricacies of Self-Identity.

By: Comr.  Olamide Akinwumi James.

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Ego and pride are two intricate facets of human psychology that shape our sense of self and influence our behavior, relationships, and decision-making. While often used interchangeably, these terms carry distinct meanings and connotations. Delving into the depths of ego and pride allows us to better understand their significance, impact, and the delicate balance needed for healthy personal growth.

The Nature of Ego:

The ego, often referred to as the "self," encompasses the conscious perception of one's individuality. It is the collection of thoughts, beliefs, experiences, and emotions that form a person's identity. The ego acts as a mental construct that creates a distinct boundary between oneself and the external world. It plays a pivotal role in protecting our sense of self, often leading to self-preservation instincts, defensiveness, and even negative behaviors.

Pride Unveiled:

Pride, on the other hand, is the emotional response to accomplishments, qualities, or possessions that contribute to one's sense of worthiness. It is a positive feeling that can boost self-esteem and motivation. However, pride can also take on a negative dimension when it transforms into arrogance or hubris, blinding individuals to their flaws and limitations.

The Interplay Between Ego and Pride:

Ego and pride share a complex relationship. While ego forms the foundation for one's self-identity, pride stems from the recognition and appreciation of elements that contribute to that identity. In a healthy balance, pride bolsters self-confidence and encourages personal growth. However, when ego becomes inflated, it can fuel excessive pride, leading to a distorted self-perception and strained relationships.

Positive and Negative Aspects:

Positive ego and pride play essential roles in human development. A healthy ego fosters self-awareness and self-esteem, while constructive pride drives individuals to strive for excellence. However, unchecked ego and pride can lead to negative outcomes, such as arrogance, prejudice, and isolation.

Cultural and Societal Influences:

Cultural norms and societal values heavily influence how ego and pride are perceived. Some cultures emphasize humility and modesty, viewing excessive pride as a vice, while others celebrate individual achievements and encourage displays of pride. These influences shape the way people manage their ego and pride, impacting their interactions with others.

The Path to Humility:

Recognizing the need for balance is key to navigating the realm of ego and pride. Cultivating humility involves acknowledging one's strengths without disregarding weaknesses. Humble individuals are more open to growth, learning, and empathy, fostering better relationships and personal development.

Transcending the Ego:

Spiritual and philosophical traditions often advocate for transcending the ego altogether. Practices like mindfulness and meditation aim to quiet the ego's incessant chatter, allowing individuals to connect with a deeper sense of self and a broader human experience. By diminishing the ego's dominance, one can diminish the unhealthy manifestations of pride.

In Conclusion, Ego and pride are intricate threads woven into the fabric of human identity. Navigating their complexities requires self-awareness, humility, and a willingness to embrace both strengths and weaknesses. By striking a harmonious balance between ego and pride, individuals can foster healthy self-esteem, meaningful relationships, and personal growth, ultimately contributing positively to their own lives and the world around them.

President Tinubu assigns portfolios to some Ministers.

President Tinubu assigns portfolios to some Ministers.

President Bola Tinubu has reportedly released the portfolios for his ministers-designate.

SEE THE FULL LIST BELOW;

Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy - Bosun Tijani.

Minister of State, Environment and Ecological Management - Ishak Salako.

Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy - Wale Edun.

Minister of Marine and Blue Economy - Bunmi Tunji.

Minister of Power - Adedayo Adelabu.

Minister of State, Health and Social Welfare - Tunji Alausa.

Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake.

Minister of Tourism, Lola Ade-John.

Minister of Transportation, Adegboyega Oyetola.

Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Doris Anite.

Minister of Innovation Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji.

Minister of State, Labour and Employment, Nkiruka Onyejeocha.

Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy.

Minister of Works, David Umahi.

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo.

Minister of Youth, Abubakar Momoh.

Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu.

Minister of State, Gas Resources, Ekperikpe Ekpo.

Minister of State, Petroleum Resources, Heineken Lokpobiri.

Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh.

Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.

Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa.

Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru.

Minister of State Defence, Bello Matawalle.

Minister of State Education, Yusuf T. Sunumu.

Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed M. Dangiwa.

Minister of State, Housing and Urban Development, Abdullah T. Gwarzo.

Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu.

Minister of Environment and Ecological Management, (Kaduna).

Minister of State, Federal Capital Territory, Mairiga Mahmud.

Minister of State, Water Resources and Sanitation, Bello M. Goronyo.

Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari.

Minister of Education, Tahir Maman.

Minister of Interior, Sa'Idu A. Alkali.

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf M. Tuggar.

Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate.

Minister of Police Affairs, Ibrahim Geidam.

Minister of State, Steel Development, U. Maigari Ahmadu.

Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu A. Audu.

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Muhammed Idris.

Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi.

Minister of Labour and Employment, Simon B. Lalong.

Minister of State, Police Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim.

Minister of Special Duties and Inter-Govermental Affairs, Zephaniah Jisalo.

Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Joseph Utsev.

Minister of State, Agriculture and Food Security, Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi.

EKITI INFORMATION COMMISSIONER MEETS GMs OF BROADCAST STATIONS.

EKITI INFORMATION COMMISSIONER MEETS GMs OF BROADCAST STATIONS.

……Promises Free Flow of Information.

Ekiti State Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun has solicited the support of General Managers of broadcasting outfits in the State for efforts of the State Government to ensure free flow of information and all round development of the State.

Rt. Hon Olatunbosun who made the appeal in Ado Ekiti during a meeting with the General Managers of broadcasting outfits in the State, promised to concentrate on developmental information that would focus on areas of massive potentials of D State without bias to partisan politics.

Assuring that Government would engender free flow of information, Olatunbosun vowed to allow the 4th Estate of the Realm to perform its responsibilities unhindered.

He promised to put in place a symbiotic relationship with the GMs of the radio and television to foster a more media friendly environment.

Responding, the General Manager of Ayoba FM, Mr. Wale Ojo who spoke on behalf of the group promised to work assiduously with the Commissioner with the focus of making the State triumph above her peers in the comity of States.

In a related development, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun has continued consultation and mobilization of stakeholders in the information

sector with a vow to reposition the State Ministry of Information towards enhancing efficiency and performance.

Rt. Hon. Olatunbosun who made the pledge during a meeting with Information Officers in the Ministry,emphasized the need for the officers to rededicate themselves to their duties in view of the crucial roles in effective information management and publicity of Government’s policies and programmes.

Expressing his commitment to the welfare of workers in the sector, Olatunbosun however warned that there would be no room for laziness and incompetence, stressing that he was enthusiastic about delivering on his task of ensuring free-flow of information about the policies, programmes and activities of Government to the people.

He said as image makers of Government, Information Officers should be proactive and strategic in their thinking and must be able to display competence in the discharge of their duties, adding that they are the primary asset of the Ministry to deliver his mandate.

Olatunbosun stated that the planned reorganization would be carried out without bias but in line with the vision of Governor Biodun Oyebanji and the 6-pillars of the present administration, adding that the professionals in the Ministry would be regularly trained and retrained, duly motivated and optimally engaged.

Assuring the staff of a new dawn in the Ministry where challenges hindering optimal performance of officers would be looked into for possible solutions, he urged them to be ready to make sacrifices and move at an acceptable pace that would boost effectiveness.

Responding on the behalf of the staff, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Mr. Femi Adedipe assured the Commissioner of the staff's cooperation adding that they remained committed to their assignment as image makers and the success of the administration.

Hon Ojuawo attends Joint Security Meeting in Ise Ekiti.

Hon Ojuawo attends Joint Security Meeting in Ise Ekiti.

......security of lives and properties is not negotiable .

Yesterday, The Honourable member representing Ekiti South Federal Constituency 1, Hon. (AVM rtd) Ojuawo Rufus Adeniyi attended the  quarterly meeting of Emure, Ise/Orun  and Ikere joint security committee's (JSC) meeting at Arinjale Palace Hall in Ise Ekiti as guest of honour and resource person.

The meeting was declared open by Elder Tunji Falana, chairman of Joint Security committee. He welcomed the Kabiyesis' through their representatives, Chiefs, local government chairmen, Security forces and members of the committee for their commitment and steadfastness towards ensuring peace and tranquility in our towns 

and communities in the last one year. The relative peace being enjoyed is highly commendable and worth of appreciation from all and sundry.

Also, HRM Oba Dr. Adetunji Ajayi, Arinjale of Ise Ekiti, the chief host through his representative, High Chief Akinyemi, Obaaji Odo of Ise Ekiti thanked  the committee for chasing Kidnappers away and keeping our roads safe for our people. He, expressed his gratitude to the team, for their gallant efforts and sustainability of same in our communities. 

In the same vein, other Kabiyesis' sent their representatives with commendation messages to the security committee for keeping  the axis relatively safe in the last one year.

The local government Chairman of Emure and Ise/Orun who were at the meeting lauded  the committee for their synergy in combating the menace of the criminals,  through regular bush combing and intelligence gathering around those communities,.

In his speech, Hon Ojuawo appreciated  the good work of the security men and tasked them to remain focused, in order to keep the criminals at bay. He spoke further by advising the committee to let Mr Governor be aware of  their activities and keep him abreast of their activities.

'i implore you to co opt other local government outfits in south to this security network so as to keep the district absolutely safe our people, I will surely support you on this noble course.'. 

Hon Ojuawo highlighted five strategies  for effective policing and improvement on their security architecture to boost and sustain their operation. 'it is important you collaborate with your neighbouring communities security outfits to gather intelligence that will extend the peace currently being enjoyed  in our communities.' 

Hon Ojuawo donated handsomely to the security committee', to further aid their logistics.

In her remarks, The Area Commander covering Ikere/Ise-Orun/Emure/ Ekiti South West, ACP Abimbola Abdulraheem thanked  the Traditional rulers  for bringing this joint committee together for the peace of their domain. 

'I appreciate the local government chairmen their support to their respective DPO, it is highly commendable. This gesture and support will be appreciated at the area command as well'.

She thanked Hon Ojuawo for his continuous support to her team and divisions at all time.

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EKITI GOVT. APPROVES IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION OF RICE TO THE VULNERABLES AS PALLIATIVE FOR REMOVAL OF FUEL SUBSIDY.

EKITI GOVT. APPROVES IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION OF RICE TO THE VULNERABLES AS PALLIATIVE FOR REMOVAL OF FUEL SUBSIDY.

Ekiti State Government has approved the immediate release and distribution of rice to the needy in the State as part of palliative materials to cushion the effect of removal of subsidy on price of Premium Motor Spirit popularly known as petrol.

The State Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun who made this known in Ado Ekiti while briefing newsmen on the outcome of the meeting of the State Executive Council, explained that the development would be the first tranche of similar interventions for the people.

Stressing that the distribution of the palliative materials was devoid of political consideration, the Commissioner emphasized that the focus is to provide succor to the vulnerable in the State.

He listed the category of people that would benefit from the largesse to include the aged, widows, pensioners, junior civil servants, iyalojas and members of the Road Transport Unions.

Rt. Hon. Olatunbosun was accompanied at the briefing by the State Commissioner for Agric and Food Security, Mr. Ebenezer Boluwade, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Social Investment, Hon. Yemisi Ayokunle and Special Adviser on Rural Mobilization, Mrs Oluremi Ajayi.

EKSG to boost livestock production for job, wealth creation.

EKSG to boost livestock production for job, wealth creation.

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has said his administration would revive more moribund livestock facilities across the state with a view to creating more job opportunities, boost the State's economy and achieve food security. 

Governor Oyebanji disclosed this in Ado Ekiti  during a working visit to the Livestock Development Centre, Erifun, where he inspected the facilities and interacted with the participants in the Broiker Poultry Scheme. 

The Governor, who recalled his earlier promise to restock the Centre with chicks two months ago,  said he was impressed with the efficient manner the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security resuscitated the Centre to make it work optimally.  

Speaking with journalists shortly after the visit, the Governor disclosed that his administration would resuscitate another broiler facility in Ikere Ekiti with a capacity to raise more than 40,000 chicks; noting that this would create additional job opportunities for Ekiti youths.

Governor Oyebanji, who was accompanied by the Commissioner for Agriculture and food security, Mr Ebenezer Buluwade, Special Adviser on media, Mr Yinka Oyebode, expressed the resolve of his administration to bring in more young people  who are interested in livestock farming so as to earn a living for themselves.

“I am very excited that this centre is back and I must commend the Commissioner for Agriculture for walking his talk. You would recall I came here two months ago and the place was still empty. We had a work plan, and they have brought in the chicks and they are doing very well. There is an off taker. We can control the chicks and the quality of the feeds.

“There is another facility in Ikere that can take 40,000 chicks, we will move to that and bring more people into the loop because the Commissioner just informed me that we have about 3,000 youths that have signified interest to be part of this broiler scheme.

“This tells me what is possible when you have a future-thinking leadership. The Commisioner has a very fantastic team in the Ministry, so it behoves on us to also support them and to ensure that we move from this level, scale up and bring in more people not only youths now, pensioners, retired civil servants that are interested in livestock production so that they can earn a living for themselves and that will propel our shared prosperity agenda." The Governor stated.

Ekiti Indigene Donates Computers, Cash To Community Communications Office.

Ekiti Indigene Donates Computers, Cash To Community Communications Office.

An indigene of Ekiti State and Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress , Chief Segun Ajibulu has presented a set of computers and cash gift to the State’s Community Communications office to further enhance its productivity of publicizing activities of the Governor Biodun Oyebanji led - administration . 

Ajibulu who once headed a body of Ekiti in Diaspora made the donation today at the Community Communications Office explained that the donation was borne out of the need to support the office to be more efficient in publicizing the good works which Governor Biodun Oyebanji has been doing in the State as well as the meaningful citizens’ engagement carried out by the office .

Commending Mrs Mary Oso-Omotoso, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Community Communications , Ajibulu said the  professionalism and consistency of Oso-Omotoso in the discharge of  her duties in promoting, projecting and branding the image of the government has endeared many Ekiti in Diaspora to the government and many are still willing to lend more support in different ways.

He stressed the need for well- meaning individuals and organizations to collaborate with government in bringing about development; adding that the donation is  just a token of show of support for Governor Oyebanji’s style of governance which has shown a true reflection of government of the people, for the people, by the people . 

Receiving the donations , the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on  Community Communications, appreciated Ajibulu’s gesture and promised to make judicious use of the items . 

 

Oso-Omotoso reiterated the commitment of Governor Oyebanji to running a transparent government where all Ekiti will see themselves as critical stakeholders noting that the task to ensure sustainable development in Ekiti should not be left for the government alone.