Billionaire Baroness and Africa’s second richest woman, Folorunsho Alakija has a word of advice for young people who want to make it in life and attain greatness.

folorunsho-alakija is the second richest woman in Africa with a 2016 net worth of 1.55 

billion dollars

According to VANGUARD, speaking during her inauguration as Chancellor of Osun State university, Alakija said, ”Do not accept ‘’No” for an answer – Many doors were shut in my face but I refused to give up and kept going back and it paid off; see where I am today. Continue to read after the cut, so much to learn
 Be determined to succeed as there is always a way where there seems to be no way.

”Only the persistent and diligent find it. Time is money, use it wisely. Say “no” to corruption Find mentors for practical guidance in your chosen career. Find out God’s purpose for your life and embark on it. Exercise patience and have courage. Courage is fear that has said its prayers.”