Dr M Iyengunmwena

Engineering executive and local politician, with deep desire for technology transfer and human capital development

[Dr M Iyengunmwena @DrMAIyen]

Check out my latest article: The Danger of Confusing Use of the Title "Engineer" https://t.co/jVEYBFcE25 via @LinkedIn

[Omoyele Sowore @sowore]

Yesterday, a senior management official at @UBAGroup reached out to me regarding my views on the treatment of the young woman in UBA’s Graduate Management Accelerated Programme (GMAP) who addressed @TonyOElumelu by his first name.

I made it clear that, in my view, this was not a “culture clash”; it was a class war, a reflection of the deeply entrenched hierarchy and class consciousness that too often determines who is considered entitled to demand deference and who is expected to provide it.

I gave a simple example, if Tony @TonyOElumelu son or daughter addressed the family gateman or driver by his first name, hardly any Nigerian would bat an eyelid.

In fact, many of the same people outraged by this young woman calling him “Tony” would probably expect the gateman or driver to address Elumelu’s children with exaggerated deference. That tells you immediately that this argument is not really about “African culture” or respect. It is about class, status, wealth and power, about who society permits to speak casually to whom.

More importantly, I specifically requested that, given the enormous public opprobrium, ridicule, and attacks this young woman has been subjected to, UBA must immediately provide her with appropriate psychosocial support.

Whatever anyone thinks about how she addressed @TonyOElumelu, no young employee or trainee should be left alone to absorb the psychological consequences of suddenly becoming the target of a massive public controversy.

She should not be sacrificed on the altar of corporate hierarchy or social-media outrage. Her dignity, welfare and mental well-being must come first. Let the poor breathe!

[Dr M Iyengunmwena @DrMAIyen]

Check out my latest article: The Perils of Populism: Why Nationalising MTN Could Be an Economic Dead End for Nigeria https://t.co/HkWDMUaEn7 via @LinkedIn

[Dr M Iyengunmwena @DrMAIyen]

@jimmothy07 @melissasigodo What is wrong or unusual about flying abroad? If someone claims he is British, is there no way no way to independently verify his claim?

[Melissa Sigodo @melissasigodo]

A man was told to pay for NHS treatment at Royal Berkshire Hospital despite telling staff he was a British citizen & a local elected councillor. Mr Oloko says staff questioned him after hearing his name & accent leaving him feeling ‘dehumanised’https://t.co/NJUDqeuYA0

[Dr M Iyengunmwena @DrMAIyen]

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[John Redwood @johnredwood]

NHS England employs a large number of very expensive managers who produce a 232 page annual report. When will they provide enough doctors and appointments to get the waiting times down? Talking to more well paid officials in government doesn’t improve the service.

[beIN SPORTS @beINSPORTS_AUS]

🇳🇬🏅🥹 Tears of joy for new world record holder Tobi Amusan as she collects Nigeria's first ever World Championship gold! What a moment! 🤗

[John Redwood @johnredwood]

How can Rishi Sunak think sandbagging U.K. business with a 31% hike in the rate of Corporation tax is what we need to promote growth and investment? Businesses do not need to invest here. You cannot tax your way to growth. Nor can you tax your way to an election victory.

[Nigerian Society of Engineers - London UK Branch @NSELondonBranch]

The Nigerian Society of Engineers London UK Branch is inviting you to an Engineering Webinar exploring the incessant collapse of buildings in Nigeria with a focus on the recent building collapse in Ikoyi, Lagos. Details of this free event are provided below.

[HeMatters Global CIC | Mental health for BME Men @HemattersG]

You are invited to He Matters Global Conference, we look forward to seeing you there, please RT @wmakala @ItaiMatumbike @adelaid95751421 @ChrisDzikiti1 @EdwinCCN @Docbeecee @ProfKunoz @ZimHealthUK @RukwezaChica @LNyamapfeka @ArthurMarara @stevegilbertobe

[Dr M Iyengunmwena @DrMAIyen]

I just booked my ticket to #USOW20 Virtual June 18-19! Get your ticket here! https://t.co/WzpX75NRnV

[Dr M Iyengunmwena @DrMAIyen]

Reducing corruption takes a specific kind of investment (Efosa Ojomo | TED Salon Brightline Initiative) https://t.co/i5AACmCaN7 via @TEDTalks

[Dr M Iyengunmwena @DrMAIyen]

Five E's of Effective leadership | London Business School: https://t.co/Jg7oxAtRa9 via @LBS

[OrxaGrid @OrxaGrid]

Happy to have our #leadership team take part in @StrategyInLab training programme ✏️for growing 🌱#startups & #SMEs organized by @cassbusiness in partnership with @UniofOxford with funding from @beisgovuk #IndustrialStrategy #growthhacking #entrepreneurs #StrategyInsightLab

[Dr M Iyengunmwena @DrMAIyen]

South African Renewable Energy Sector Enjoys Huge Victory with New Contracts - Renewable Energy World
https://t.co/VLF74xaKFh

[Richard Branson @richardbranson]

Renewable power across Africa isn’t just a light source - it can power millions of small businesses and budding entrepreneurs https://t.co/cRKiqc7g1p @rockymtninst

[Nelson Mandela Foundation @NelsonMandela]

"Honour belongs to those who never forsake the truth even when things seem dark & grim, who try over & over again, who are never discouraged by insults, humiliation & even defeat" #NelsonMandela #LivingTheLegacy

[Dr M Iyengunmwena @DrMAIyen]

Pay-As-You-Go Solar Companies Spread Light Across Africa - Renewable Energy World
https://t.co/I5B8QlcVON