Sterling Bank CEO touches on purpose-driven leadership for positive transformation

• He stresses the leadership ability as a catalyst for economic growth.

Chief Executive Officer of Sterling Bank Limited, Abubakar Suleiman, has called for a purpose-driven leadership society to deliver a transformative impact.

According to a statement from the bank, Suleiman made this call while delivering an enlightening discourse on leadership during the Lagos Leadership Summit 2024, powered by the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy.

In his address, Suleiman highlighted the concept of leadership as a catalyst for change—a force that propels individuals and organisations towards a shared vision of progress and prosperity.

According to Suleiman, true leaders are not defined by what they expect to receive but by what they are willing to give.

“They embody a spirit of selflessness, service, and sacrifice—a willingness to put the needs of others above their own,” he stated.

To address the pervasive issue of entitlement versus gratitude, Suleiman was quoted as offering profound insights into the corrosive effects of entitlement on leadership effectiveness.

He challenged the prevailing culture of entitlement, urging individuals to cultivate a spirit of gratitude and humility.

Suleiman’s discourse brought to the fore timeless principles of purpose-driven leadership, gratitude, and sacrifice as essential attributes of effective leadership.

Drawing from his wealth of experience, Suleiman emphasised the importance of purpose-driven leadership; a leadership style rooted in a deep sense of mission and conviction.

He underscored that true leaders are not just managers of the status quo; they are visionaries who dare to imagine a better world and possess the courage to pursue that vision relentlessly.