Ambassador Onwuka Wisdom, a first-class graduate of Covenant University, has been trending lately after he was spotted selling phone accessories at Alaba International Market, Lagos State.
Recall that Onwuka Wisdom has earlier shared a post on his X page celebrating his convocation in 2021 from one of the best-ranked universities in Nigeria.
Wisdom in an exclusive interview with Legit.ng narrated why he chose to focus on being an entrepreneur rather than having a white-collar job.
He said:
I was born in Ojo Local Government Area of Lagos State to Mr. and Mrs. Onwuka Ukeagbu. I attended Command Day Secondary School (CDSS), Ojo, and later proceeded to Covenant University, Ogun State, where I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry with First-Class Honours.
“I am a believer and worship with the Assemblies of God, Ojo Int’l Mega Church. My faith is not just a belief system; it is the compass that has guided every major decision of my life.
“Beyond academics, I am an entrepreneur and founder of Ambassador Global, a phone accessories and electronics business operating in Alaba International Market. I am deeply committed to excellence, character, dignity in enterprise, and building systems that reflect global standards.
” I’m also committed to leadership, where I served with RAPGEN [Raising a Purposeful Generation] Ministries, JPI [Jamie Pajoel International] Leadership Institute. I represent a generation that refuses to be boxed in by conventional definitions of success.”
“I graduated from Covenant University in 2020, and my official graduation ceremony was held on May 21, 2021. Like many high-performing graduates, I envisioned a structured corporate career, a high-paying role, steady career progression, global exposure, and continuous professional development.
“After NYSC, where I served at CDSS Ojo as a Biology teacher (following redeployment from the NYSC camp, Taraba State), I began working with a food multinational company focused on producing therapeutic food for malnourished children. The largest RUTF [Ready to Use therapeutic food] in Africa…
“The company partnered with international organisations such as UNICEF, World Food Programme, and USAID. I worked there as a Quality Assurance professional for two years. It was a meaningful role. We were part of a system saving lives. But deep within, I knew my journey would not follow a straight line.”
“In January 2025, I made the bold decision to resign. At that time, I did not have everything figured out. What I had was conviction. I trusted God, and clarity came step by step. My life has not followed a straight path, but I chose to walk it with faith and intentionality. “Today, I am building a business. It may look different from what many imagined for a First-Class graduate, but it is aligned with my vision, growth, and purpose.”
“It was not a sudden jump from university to Alaba. It was a deliberate transition from structured employment into entrepreneurship.”
“Alaba International Market is one of the largest hubs for electronics and phone accessories in Africa. I saw opportunity where others saw a limitation. I saw structure within what many dismiss as “informal.” I had the advantage of family business support and an existing exposure to trade.
“When I resigned in January 2025, I knew the next phase of my life would be business, but I did not yet know the exact form it would take. Many people assumed I had been sacked. Others thought I would soon return to job hunting. But I communicated my vision to those who needed to understand, and allowed results to speak to others over time.
“There were moments of uncertainty. Moments where the path did not make sense. But resilience, discipline, and faith carried me forward.”
“Some people say, “After First-Class, na business you come dey do?” Others ask, “Why didn’t you enter oil and gas?” Some even say, “You suppose dey abroad.” I have also heard comments like “Education na scam.”
“Initially, those reactions made me reflect deeply. I questioned my journey. I examined my exposure. I evaluated my choices. But reflection brought clarity. Success does not have a single straight path. Dignity must exist in every legitimate trade.
“Education is not the ultimate guarantee of wealth; it is a leverage. We all dont have equal opportunities, so maximising what we have at every point is what brings about success.”
“A first-class degree is an achievement, but it is not the final definition of success. It is a leverage. It is a platform. It is a responsibility.
“It also places you under societal expectations. But do not let expectations imprison you. If you have a skill, a passion, or a legitimate trade, pursue it with excellence.
“Education sharpens you. Vision directs you. Character sustains you. Faith grounds you. Execution distinguishes you. Success is not about the path looking prestigious. It is about the impact of being meaningful.”
