President of the Seaport Terminal Operators Association of Nigeria (Stoan), Olori (Dr.) Vicky Haastrup, has endorsed “Leading a Storm”, the latest book by former Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dakuku Peterside.
Olori Haastrup, who is also the Olori of IJesaland and his wife of the Owa Obokun Adimula and the Paramount Ruler of IJesaland, His Imperial Majesty Owa Clement Adesuyi Haastrup, described the work as an indispensable guide for navigating leaders.
She made the endorsement Monday, calling the book “a powerful compass for leadership in times of uncertainty, instability and disruption.”
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“In times of crisis, we don’t need more rhetoric: we need clarity, resilience, humility and mental stability. ‘Leading in a Storm’ delivers those virtues in a disciplined way,” he said.
Examining how leaders can survive and thrive in turbulent conditions, the book presents interconnected principles, including situational intelligence, calm confidence, meaningfulness, flexibility, and effective communication.
Drawing on examples from Nigeria and Africa, Peterside highlights the tools needed to lead institutions and communities when normal systems are shaken.
Olori Haastrup’s endorsement is considered particularly significant. As President of Stoan, she plays a key role in Nigeria’s maritime and port operations, an industry often tested by global shocks and local challenges.
Aligning with the author’s message, he underscored the practical value of the book beyond theory, emphasizing its importance for corporate and national leadership.
The public launch of “leading in a storm” will take place in Lagos on Thursday, October 16, 2025. The event will also feature the launch of another Peterside book, “Beneath the Surface”, a collection of essays reflecting on Nigeria’s challenges and opportunities..
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