DON'T BE IN A HURRY; WAIT FOR YOUR TIME — APOSTLE DADEOWO URGES PATIENCE, RESPECT FOR DUE PROCESS

DON'T BE IN A HURRY; WAIT FOR YOUR TIME — APOSTLE DADEOWO URGES PATIENCE, RESPECT FOR DUE PROCESS

A former Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Ondo State on Special Interest, Apostle Temitope Olowofoyekun Dadeowo, has called on political leaders, aspirants and the general public to embrace patience, respect constituted authority and allow due process to take its course in leadership and governance.

In a public message titled "Don't Be in a Hurry; Wait for Your Time," Dadeowo emphasised that patience remains one of the greatest virtues anyone can possess, noting that rushing into positions of authority or leadership without proper timing often results in mistakes and long-term regret.

Quoting Ecclesiastes 3:6 and Habakkuk 2:3, he stated that life operates in seasons and that God's plans are fulfilled at appointed times. According to him, those who understand the importance of divine timing are more likely to achieve lasting success than those driven by impatience and personal ambition.

He explained that the principle of waiting for the right time applies across all spheres of life, including families, churches, traditional institutions, corporate organisations and politics. He stressed that every society is governed by established laws, customs and procedures designed to ensure peaceful leadership succession and institutional stability.

Speaking on family values, Dadeowo noted that children are expected to honour and respect parental authority rather than seek to undermine it. He added that similar principles apply within religious organisations, where church leaders should be respected while leadership transitions follow God's appointed process.

He also referenced traditional institutions, stating that while many princes may be qualified to ascend the throne, succession must always follow recognised customs to preserve peace and unity within the kingdom.

On Nigeria's democratic system, the former aide said elected and appointed public office holders deserve respect for the offices they occupy while remaining accountable to the Constitution and the people. He maintained that although democracy permits constructive criticism and political opposition, such engagement should not degenerate into actions capable of creating unnecessary division or undermining lawful authority.

Referring to the current political atmosphere in Ondo State, Dadeowo urged political stakeholders and aspirants to pursue their ambitions through constitutional and democratic processes instead of promoting factionalism or unhealthy rivalry within political parties.

Drawing lessons from the Bible, he cited the account of Absalom's rebellion against King David in 2 Samuel 15–18, describing it as a reminder of the dangers of impatience, betrayal and the pursuit of power outside God's appointed time. According to him, Absalom's tragic end serves as a warning against selfish ambition and rebellion.

Dadeowo further encouraged those aspiring to leadership positions to focus on building competence, integrity, humility, loyalty and public trust rather than engaging in political conflicts aimed at weakening incumbents.

He concluded that leadership ultimately comes through God's timing, urging aspirants to remain faithful, continue preparing themselves and respect due process while waiting for their season of service.

He also cited Psalm 75:6–7, which states: "For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south. But God is the judge: He putteth down one, and setteth up another."