IN SHORT

Florence Etta-AkinAina’s position as the Executive Director of the TY Danjuma Foundation is yet another stage of her epic career in working to do her part in the world. As a self-proclaimed incurable optimist, she has built a career and a life out of helping people, and it has taken her to various countries in Africa and other points around the globe. Now back in Nigeria, she continues to strive each day to do her part in any way she can. To young Nigerians, she advises: “When it comes to pursuing your own career, do not hesitate to follow your passion.”