Through a Child’s Eyes | Dr. Abubakar Yusuf Baba | TEDxIntercontinental Schools Kano

Career Journey & Guidance - Speaker emphasizes the importance of patience and obedience to parental guidance in shaping their destiny [1][11] - Speaker's career path involved multiple shifts in location and field of study, including economics, Islamic banking and finance, and risk management [1][2] - Speaker highlights the challenges of returning to Nigeria after living abroad for 11 years, including job searching and completing the NYSC program [3][4] - A chance encounter led to a job offer at Sterling Bank, marking a turning point in the speaker's career [7][8][9] - Speaker joined AFC, an organization with a $15 billion portfolio, and emphasizes its relative obscurity [10] Education & Cultural Experiences - Speaker attended American University of Sharjah, describing it as a top university in the Middle East and Northern Africa [1] - Speaker experienced cultural shock moving from the Middle East to Birmingham, UK for further studies [2] - Speaker studied at Aston University and University of Southampton in the UK, excelling academically [2][3] Personal Development & Values - Speaker highlights the importance of discipline and parental guidance in navigating personal freedom during university years [2] - Speaker emphasizes the role of faith and obedience in receiving opportunities and blessings [2]