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...testimonies
Gbenga Adebayo: A Man with a mission and a clear destiny
‘Dele Martins
Deputy Managing Director
Globe International Holdings S.A
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The resilient Gbenga,
Azi Ronkin,
Deputy Managing Director,
Globe International Holdings S.A
June 2006
Gbenga a dear friend, who has given me the feeling of home
in Nigeria, a Country very much different from my home
Country.
From a business partner to a friend
- Josef Bachleitner
General Manager,
Siemens Ltd. Nigeria
June 2006
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Engr. Gbenga Adebayo, a respectable professional and an
epitome of an enviable achiever…..
Aribisala Adeboyejo (His Personal Assistant)
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Engr. Gbenga Adebayo a role model in the Communications
Industry, a motivational and inspirational leader that
brings out the best in his workers.
Dumbiri Christian
Assistant Manager (Network/Installation Support)
VGC Communications Ltd. June 2006
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Gbenga is highly resilient and result oriented and also very
reliable.
Wolfgang Hahn
Executive Director,
SIEMENS Ltd. Nigeria
January 2000
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Gbenga has a wonderful and enviable sense of commitment,
simplicity and
exemplary brilliance…
Frank Igwebueze,
Editor Mid-Week Concord
September 1998
About the book and the author_
what friends and associates said:
Only the extra-ordinary, the
genius and the workaholic can run a telecom company the size
of VGC Comm. In a country grappling with infrastructure
problems as Nigeria, and still find time to do anything else
let alone write a book. But, I now take solace in the
conviction that Gbenga Adebayo is a personification of the
qualities above; and more, hence the book. I await it, for
me and for our library, as should everyone in Africa.
Mkpe Abang,
Nigeria
I met Gbenga Adebayo during his
first year at VGC Telecom. I have always been impressed at
his honesty, professionalism and attitude. You are a
blessing to Nigeria. Wishing you more success.
Sam Adepegba,
United States of America
Gbenga is a perfectionist. He
has carriage and finesse which he has brought to bear in
this masterpiece on telecoms in Nigeria. It's a must read
for all who desire good literary works on telecoms in
Africa's largest telecoms market.
Enyi Moses-Nwagwu,
Nigeria
Whoever is familiar with the
stuff which Gbenga Adebayo is made of should be anxious to
read the book. I am, to confess.
Titi Omo-Ettu,
Nigeria
This is a very good development
for the Nigerian Telecom Industry and perhaps in future will
be the other source of information on Telephony in the
country and environ. Well done keep up the good work.
Ogugua Chioke,
Nigeria
A great effort at chronicling
Nigeria's telecoms development. In Nigeria where history is
often forgotten, it is noteworthy that efforts have been put
into putting down some history. I commend Adebayo for this
work.
Jonah Iboma,
Punch Newspapers,
Nigeria
It is good that this is coming
from a foremost, young and talented Nigerian telecom
engineer. For those of us in the literary life, it is a
welcome development and the beginning of the step to bridge
the gap in having local text books on Information and
Communication Technologies (ICTs) development in Nigeria.
Remmy Nweke,
Champion Newspapers,
Nigeria
The most impressive thing about
your efforts is the professional manner you are going about
promoting it. It's quiet impact. The preview online makes me
want to be at the launch and I believe the material will be
a strong compendium of materials for any sensible business
person. It goes without saying that Telecoms has become the
strong leg of the recovery of Nigeria's economy. "Telecom in
Nigeria" will no doubt set the tone for where the industry
will go in the near future. Congratulations! I am proud to
know you.
Uche Nwankwo (Discovery Brands),
Nigeria
Coming from the whiz kid
himself, this book is a must read for everyone as it
promises to be very interesting.
Kelechi Okorie,
City People, Nigeria
All the best and congratulation
to my best friend Engr. Gbenga Adebayo with whom I had the
honour to work with in designing and applying several
telecommunication projects good luck.
Engr. (Dr.) Shaul Kulman,
Israel
Mr. Gbenga Adebayo is a patriot
to his country, honest and a good friend
Shlomo Shabbat,
Israel
I really look forward to the
launch of this book. You have made valuable contributions to
telecom development in this country. We are proud of you.
Steve Andzenge,
Abuja -
Nigeria
I admire the author's courage
and worthy of emulation. Furthermore, this type of book
coming from a young man shows that despite the country's
political turmoil there is hope of a better Nigeria. I would
have commented on the book in detail but I am constrained by
bulky part that I have not read. All the same,
Congratulations,
Alexander O Mordi,
United Kingdom
Congratulations, you have
always been a source of inspiration to me even though I
never had the opportunity to tell you this, but I see this
as just the beginning of greater things to come your way and
coming from the wonderful job you did at VGC
Communications.
Bola
Ogunfowora,
Canada
Congratulations! I know that
with people like you around we have a great chance as a
nation, we are also in the right stead to compete globally
in the technological arena. You are a good case study in
knowledge management, the way you have transformed VGC
telecoms over the years also shows that we don't need to
attempt to re-invent the wheel of progress. We only need to
harness all the complementarities in respect of man, machine
and technical know-how. I can't wait to read your book.
Amos Fatogun, British Airways,
Nigeria
I am not in the
telecommunications industry, but the evidences of the
Author’s impeccable sense of efficiency and professionalism
is vivid. This must be worth reading. Well done.
Rita Obidike (DISCOVERY
TRAVELS)
Nigeria
A most impressive attempt in
capturing an overview of the telecommunication industry in
Nigeria. A true investor’s guide in that industry.
Chinedu Ebo Esq.,
Nigeria
It was a great pleasure to read
about the new book! Gbenga, the sky is the limit! Follow
your dream and keep on providing inspiration to those of us
stalling over pursuing our passion with seriousness! I wish
you the very best in all your pursuits.
Bolape Odusina,
Nigeria
A pleasant surprise. Happy to
be associated with him. An intellect yet humble and dear to
all who have the privilege to work with him. We know more
will follow this. More grease
Robert Anyanwu,
Nigeria
The Author is whom you would
describe as "THE FORWARD THINKER" -The man who leads by
example and shows us what he can do if he's driven by a
passion deep inside. With this passion and experience in the
industry, his authoring of this book has stirred up
awareness for us all to evaluate and appreciate where we
were and where we ought to be in the industry and also what
is achievable. I say a big congratulations to him, A very
Humble, Brilliant and total gentleman.
Adeniyi Aderonke,
Nigeria
Every man is his own ancestor,
and every man is his own heir. He devises his own future and
he inherits his own past. Frederick Henry Hedge (1805-1890)
this is a great signature on the sky of life that will never
fade - I'M CHALLENGED!
Lordboye Aribisala,
Nigeria
Congratulations Gbenga, on your
remarkable achievement. You have revealed the academic side
of your high business acumen, a formidable mix for success
in the 21st century digital communication business world.
Dr Tudor I. Chinnah,
University of Exeter, United
Kingdom
It is a detailed insight of the
Telecoms development and the author had done a very good
work. I encourage publicity to create necessary awareness to
the general public.
Adeyinka Adekoya,
Nigeria
I have no doubt that it will be
a true reflection of the Telecommunications Market in
Nigeria. Considering VGC Communications effect in that
Market.
Ladi Ogunjimi,
Nigeria
I am so glad to see a dynamic
book telling of the future of the Nigerian people. To say a
few years ago, telecom was nothing to write home about but
now, with the various deliveries, the future is assured.
Great minds should be recognised; as such the writer is a
channel for greatness. My word, "Never stop speaking" the
younger generation requests.
Adeleye Shaeed,
Nigeria
It is a great sense of
achievement that milestones are reached in the
telecommunication industry in Nigeria; the events cannot be
narrated better, than by one of the scriptwriters of the
achievement.
Muyiwa Ajiboye,
Nigeria
Sounds like it will be a very
interesting and informative account of telecoms development
in Nigeria for those of us that have been involved in the
industry for over a decade. I am certainly looking forward
to getting some copies,
Adekunle Ogunbufunmi,
Nigeria
Congratulations. This been a
key period in the growth of the Telecom industry in Nigeria;
your book is timely and a welcome addition to intellectual
discourse.
Chidi Ibisi,
Nigeria
Oga Mi, I wish you a big
congratulation on this achievement, knowing that I am not a
writing expert as you are Sir, I will further congratulate
you in person. In short: I find no other person in Nigeria
who understand telecom as you do, in all aspects; from the
management point of view and from an Engineers’ point of
view, ’’Toda’’ my brother Omer
Omer Paamony Eshel,
Nigeria
This is great for
telecommunication community. Congratulations to the author.
Srdjan Ivancevic,
Yugoslavia (Serbia and
Montenegro)
The Applaud of an individual is
a great thing indeed - Shakespeare. Thumbs up! Like they
say, the sky is the limit; well I think it's just the
beginning for you. Congrats
Teniade Teluwo,
Nigeria
Am looking forward to the
launch of the book and my autographed copy. Will tell you
personally what I think. I do not expect anything less than
your usual high standards. Keep it up and may the good Lord
uphold you. Amen
Col A A Peters(rtd),
Nigeria
Congratulations Gbenga. I
commend you for this awesome achievement and hope you will
enjoy its rewards for years to come
Shola Osibona,
United Kingdom
I am eager to read this book
and to own a copy. The Author has been a trail blazer for
young engineers who want to forge a career in telecoms. his
thoughts and passion will certainly be represented in his
book...like great men do. This makes it a must-read. Well
done.
Ayomipojojo,
Nigeria
This is a "Must Read" book and
this marks the first local book on Telecommunications that
is comprehensively written by a Nigerian. I must
congratulate you on its success, keep it up.
Ratsonel Odiase,
Nigeria
From the little I have viewed,
this book promises to be a huge success. Great work,
Congratulations
Osas
Nigeria
I am very impressed about this
book from the little I've read, I know it's going to be one
of a kind because it tells us more about the telecom
industry. What most people know is just the use of their
phones, but this book enlightens us more about what we don’t
know. Congratulations on the success of this book, I wish
you well, and I recommend this book for everyone to read.
Tina Anavhe,
Nigeria
Engr Gbenga Adebayo has done an
excellent Job. Young Engineers should look up to him as a
mentor.
Ogunbanwo Oluwaseyi,
Nigeria
Excellent initiative, haven't
read it yet but, I’m sure it will live up to its billing
Remi Jibowu,
Nigeria
I'm yet to read the book but I
guess I won't be disappointed because of the depth of
knowledge of the author.
Giwa Ronke,
Nigeria
Congratulations on the
completion of this book. From the bit you have told me about
the book it is a must read for me and am sure the same for a
lot of others.
Bolaji Ososami,
Nigeria
I know he will pull a stunt
again on the Nigerian Telecoms industry. Whatever you get
from him in this book must be classical. Keep up the good
work!
Yaya A. Abatan,
Nigeria
Although I haven’t read the
book, I firmly believe that it is a masterpiece written by
no other than a man who takes the business of telecoms
seriously. I will recommend it to all to read.
Damian Udeh
Nigeria
Gbenga Adebayo: entrepreneur
with creative thinking but most of all: truly a Friend.
Shimon Malul,
Israel
Available books on telecom in
Nigeria are still scanty. With the rapid growth and prime
position of the industry in Nigeria, many people are
interested to have a good knowledge of the business. The
knowledge gap in both the telecom industry and support
partners such as banks, insurance companies, IT companies,
etc. this book is timely and would play a prime role in
equipping interested parties with necessary information and
knowledge required to function effectively.
Isaac Ogide,
Nigeria
Great Job! To say the truth, I
wasn't expecting anything less. Knowing you to be an
achiever and an extremely perfect achiever. Congratulations.
Tina Abdulateef,
Nigeria
Very good contribution to
knowledge and please keep it up.
Adebayo Olusegun,
Nigeria
This book must be interesting
and educating. The author has been known to be articulate,
persevering and hardworking. I will surely send my comments
and feedback when I see the content.
Maduabuchi Gerald Uchenna,
Nigeria
It's an interesting concept as
nothing of its kind has been done before now that I am aware
of. Hopefully it will shed light on how far we still need to
go to make Nigeria one of the world's giant in telecoms
development in Africa and eventually the world. Mr. Adebayo
is and will continue to be a trendsetter in the
telecommunications Industry.
Aisha a anthonio,
Nigeria
Congratulations on yet another
milestone. The book will surely be a source of information
on the exploits being made in 'telecom in Nigeria'. Being an
active participant in the evolutions and with the giant
strides you have made with your team in VGC, a new volume
has been added to reference materials for researchers in
this field. On behalf of your friends and school mates, I
wish you a successful presentation / launching of the book.
Engr Isaac Adekanye, Port
Harcourt,
Nigeria
Gbenga, as expected, you have
not disappointed. One always expects and gets nothing but
the best from you. I for one have any idea of your schedule
and cannot help but wonder how you managed to squeeze out
the time for this timely publication. Even as I say this, I
answer myself. "Those that the Almighty uses to pass on a
message always find the time and space to do so". You are no
exception. I have a feeling that more are to come. HE that
has been guiding you is always with you. Keep it up!
NNANNA OKORIE-AGWU
Nigeria
Well done sir! to say that we
as a Nation are in dire need of a book like his that
documents our country's efforts at making Information
Communication technology available to all is to say the very
least stating the obvious. Thank you for taking the bold
step to contribute your quota in that respect. This book is
a must read for everyone especially those of us who believe
that telecoms holds great potentials for us as a people.
Eka Enang (Mrs), Abuja -
Nigeria
I don't know how to say this
without sounding condescending, but am proud of you, I can
never forget how much you've been of a help to me
professionally and to see the landmark you've achieved in a
short span of time is truly awesome and inspiring, God give
you the grace to attain greater heights in your field, Amen.
KEEP IT UP! CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Omodele
Alabi,
Nigeria
It will be my utmost pleasure
to attend the book launch and be a part of the edifying
event that celebrates this useful contribution of one of
Nigeria's best, Mr. Gbenga Adebayo, who I really hope
considers me a friend. I am convinced that the book will add
to me in some particular appreciable way, so I will
definitely enrich my library with one hard cover copy. My
sincere compliments to Mr. Adebayo!
Ola Nisomo,
Nigeria
It is encouraging to have this
kind of account by a professional in the industry. There is
no doubt that this will certainly set a sound basis for the
development of reliable literature of the telecom industry
in Nigeria. Keep up the good work as we hope to wrest the
industry from "traders". I see what you are doing at VGC and
this must be extended to build an industry founded on
professionalism and service for the benefit of Nigeria and
mankind. CONGRATULATIONS!
FIDEL OKE,
Nigeria
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