By Wasike Elvis
Ken Okwara, a prominent entrepreneur coach known for his no-nonsense approach to business, has made a surprising move into politics, revealing his intention to apply the same principles of hard work, discretion, and quiet perseverance that helped him build a successful coaching career.
Okwara, whose teachings on entrepreneurship have inspired thousands to pursue their dreams without broadcasting their every move, is now applying those principles in the political arena. His approach to success, he says, has always been rooted in the belief that the process should remain private, and that public success should speak for itself.
“I believe that success is a public thing, but the process is a private thing,” Okwara told reporters at a recent event. “The worst thing you can do is announce to the world what you're doing and what you want to become. When you make your ambitions known, you give your enemies a map to attack you.”
His unconventional stance has raised eyebrows in a political landscape where campaign strategies typically rely on visibility, speeches, and public promises. Rather than engaging in the usual media blitz that accompanies most political campaigns, Okwara has kept a low profile, focusing instead on behind-the-scenes work and grassroots outreach.
“People want action, not talk,” Okwara said. “What they want is someone who can deliver, someone who has already proven they can build something — not someone who talks about change.”
Okwara’s rise as a motivational figure in the business world was fueled by his belief in privacy during the hard work phase. His coaching programs emphasized the importance of avoiding distractions and keeping one's process hidden until success was inevitable. This ethos, Okwara believes, is what makes the difference between true success and fleeting fame.
His entry into politics comes at a time when public figures are under constant scrutiny, with every move, tweet, and campaign ad analyzed by the media and voters alike. While many political hopefuls share every detail of their plans and promises in public, Okwara is taking the opposite route. He has revealed little about his specific political platform, preferring instead to let his actions and results speak for themselves.
“I’m not in this to make noise,” Okwara said. “I'm in this to make a real change. And I believe the best way to do that is to keep the grind quiet until people can see the results.”
The entrepreneur-turned-politician’s approach has earned him both praise and skepticism. Supporters applaud his focus on results over rhetoric and his emphasis on delivering change rather than merely talking about it. Critics, however, wonder if his reserved strategy will resonate with voters who expect the typical promises and political engagement.
Regardless of the outcome, Okwara’s move into politics marks a bold experiment in redefining how political campaigns are run — by focusing less on public appearances and more on quiet, steady action.
“I’m not here to talk,” Okwara said. “I’m here to work.”
As Okwara continues to build his political network, his unorthodox campaign style is poised to challenge the conventional wisdom on what it takes to succeed in the public eye. For now, he remains focused on his mission: to let his success — in business and politics — speak louder than any campaign speech ever could.