05/10/2026
Last Saturday, I attended the Ahava Business Conference in London, organised by Obi Cubana’s wife, and honestly, I was blown away!
This was my very first business summit. Not because I don't believe in business or consider myself a businessman, but simply because I've never been convinced that paying £200 just to listen to people speak was worth it.
The first edition took place last year, and I didn't bother attending. However, after hearing so many positive reviews from one of my club members, Sir Emeka, I decided to give it a shot this year.
Omo! If I'm asked to pay £1,000 for the next edition, I won't hesitate. That's how impressed I was with the entire experience, the quality of the speakers and, most importantly, the confidence and wisdom they brought to the stage.
One of the highlights for me was when Enviable took the microphone and made a statement that really hit home. I quote:
"If you're in the UK and you're hustling every day just to eat, you're still in the survival stage."
Thank God I'm no longer in that stage, but his words definitely awakened something in me. He also made another powerful point: Any success that doesn't emphasise hard work is fake.
Another beautiful moment was watching Obi Cubana mount the stage. You could see the pride and admiration in his eyes as he watched his wife. It was a lovely sight to behold.
Interestingly, there was hardly anything discussed at the conference that I hadn't heard before. But sometimes, it's not about hearing something new. It's about being reminded of what you already know, having your consciousness awakened and being challenged to take action. That was exactly what this conference did for me. It reminded me that I need to move faster and be more intentional about my growth.
Now, let me share a funny experience.
While parking my car along the road, I noticed a woman taking pictures in the middle of the road with what appeared to be a professional photographer. My first thought was, "This woman must be a JJC!" 😂
But looking at her, she carried herself with so much elegance and sophistication. Little did I know that she was 9u9jGrace Ofure Ibhakhomu, one of the conference speakers.
And when it was her turn to speak, this woman came on stage and absolutely set it on fire! 🔥 What an intelligent, articulate and inspiring woman!
One thing this experience has taught me is that sometimes, you have to invest in your own growth and personal development. You cannot expect to keep growing if you're unwilling to expose yourself to new ideas, people and opportunities.
I gained so much from this conference that I've already started searching online for other business conferences to attend. That's the kind of impact a good gathering of minds can have on you.
To crown it all, some members of my club, the Igbo Ambassadors Club, and I had the opportunity to meet Obi Cubana one-on-one. Despite his status and achievements, the man was remarkably humble.
I understand that the Ahava Business Conference is expected to become an annual event, and honestly, I can't wait for next year's edition.
Sometimes, all you need is to be in the right room, surrounded by the right people, listening to the right conversations. One event can change your perspective, reignite your ambition and remind you of the greatness you're capable of achieving.
Invest in yourself. Expand your network. Keep learning. And above all, take action.
See you at the next edition of Ahava Business Conference! 🚀
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