From Salihu Abdullahi Osuko, Giza

In the tapestry of life, there exists a thread that weaves through the very fabric of our existence - a thread known as character. It is said that character is who you are in the dark, a profound statement that speaks volumes about the essence of our being.

Imagine character as a lantern that guides us through the darkest of nights, illuminating the path ahead with its gentle glow. In the shadows of solitude and solitude, our true nature is revealed, stripped bare of the masks we wear in the light of day.

In the dark, when no eyes are upon us, when no judgment weighs upon our shoulders, it is here that our character shines brightest. It is in the quiet moments of introspection and self-reflection that we uncover the true essence of who we are - our values, our beliefs, our virtues, and our flaws.

Just as a diamond is forged under immense pressure, our character is tested and tempered in the crucible of adversity and challenges. It is in the moments of struggle and hardship that our mettle is truly revealed, our convictions tested, and our integrity laid bare.

But let us not mistake character for perfection, for it is not the absence of flaws that defines us, but rather how we navigate

the darkness within ourselves. It is in our moments of weakness and vulnerability that our true strength is revealed, for it is in overcoming our shortcomings that we grow and evolve as individuals.

So let us embrace the darkness within us, for it is in confronting our shadows that we find the light of our true selves. Let us strive to be the embodiment of our values and principles, even when no one is watching. For in the stillness of the night, our character defines us, guides us, and ultimately shapes the legacy we leave behind.

And so, dear reader, remember this: character is not a mask we wear, but a mirror that reflects the depth of our being. Embrace the darkness within you, for it is in the shadows that your character truly shines.