Dakore Egbuson-Akande
Nigerian actress
Dakore Omobola Egbuson (14 October 1978) is a Nigerian actress.She is an ambassador for Amnesty International, Amstel Malta and Oxfam of America.
Quotes
edit- The knowledge that I’m using the gift God gave me, and being a voice for women. That’s what drives me.
- When you have elders that can give you direction and guide, it is always great.
- motherhood is awesome and challenging but it completes me.
- Being a career woman is great and I was lucky to have some success at it.
But at the end of the day, family and having a stable, happy home is more important to me and I knew that something would have to give way.
- Entertainment seems to be the only thing that elevates and makes people happy. Our music, our films, our sports, it unites us and brings happiness. So, I keep thanking God for everyday as it comes.
- I pledged my cornea to Eye bank of Nigeria, and what that means is when I leave this earth I willingly donate my cornea to help give the gift of sight especially as I would no longer be needing it
- This is the time to shine as the world is focused on diversity. We have the power to disrupt the industry. We need strategic partnerships to grow the industry.
- This is the time to make representation matter and we need to project more home-grown products in a world that is currently accepting diversity.
- Sadly once they realize hating isn’t working they start telling lies
- We put a lot of work, passion, love and energy into what we do as actors. And to get that positive reinforcement and feedback was overwhelming because it is every actor’s dream to get recognition.
- Awards are good for everybody because it is an acknowledgment for a job well done. It is great that we have those platforms where we can appreciate each other’s works.
- Everyone wants to do more; everyone wants to excel. When they see other people receiving the awards it motivates and encourages
- I am full of gratitude to God for preserving my life for bringing me through many ups and downs. I have been nothing short of success.
- I am still far away from my aspirations. But I am in a good place because sometimes we are so cut off or concerned about where we want to get to and we don’t enjoy the journey. I am grateful for the journey and I am still expectant. I am still looking up to the Author and Finisher of our faith to make sure that all those aspirations are achieved.
- I think it is about deciding on how you want to live your own life regardless of what people say. I quietly do what I set out to do in my own way
- That notion that a woman cannot have it all is an old one. The world has changed as women can have families and successful careers.
- I think any woman who wants to have this full life should make sure they have a great team because team world makes a dream work.
- Honestly, it has been a wonderful experience to be a mother. Motherhood has taught me patience, patience, and patience. I love them so dearly and I don’t want anything to hurt them. I know they are going to have their own personal things in life. But I just want to be there for them. They keep me on my toes. They are super-smart. They bring so much joy into the family. I am really blessed to have them
- I have no problem being fabulous. But being famous, you know, is a double-edged sword. It is a by-product of what we do. I never set out to be famous when I started out on this journey. I just wanted to be the best actress that I could be. It is always a struggle trying to deal with it and balance it. It was quite overwhelming at that time when you have a lot of people saying all sorts of negative thing
- Let them say; elenu lo lenu’. Again, this is what comes with life. Even if you are not famous people will talk about you. For me, I always tell people the best thing is to remain focused and don’t listen to the noise of the market
- Women have changed the narrative. It is already happening because we have so many powerful women doing amazing things. And they are not waiting for anybody as they are going out there to get it. Sisters are doing it for themselves and I am very proud of the women we are coming up with. There has been an emphasis on raising a girl child. Now the women are so solid. I feel the next generation should change the way we raise our kids because the roles have changed. Time has changed now that women are now more educated. For me, everyone has a purpose and that purpose should be fulfilled.
- A woman can continue to be successful by not compromising her integrity because that is the woman’s only winning power. Again, as women do not say you want to be successful at any costs. You can’t do that because if you do you will get in trouble. So, once everybody knows that a woman attains her success without any man she will earn more respect which will extend to the womenfolk. That is how to change the narrative.
- I am a big believer in love of Karma that whatever you sow you will reap,” she begins. “I believe in respecting others but at the same time don’t take me for granted.
- I’ve been putting one foot in front of the other. I have just been staying hungry like I haven’t achieved anything. I love to push myself and also love challenges. I don’t want to be bored. I want to keep encouraging my children and other people who look up to me
- I feel a great sense of purpose that God put me here for a reason and I’m glad that His light keeps shining through me. I’m in a profession that one cannot retire from. Acting is what I was put on earth to do— that’s my first port of call and purpose. Of course, it’s great to be a wife and mother but they are additions to our lives.
- God created all of us with a purpose which we must honour and take seriously. That’s your essence and without that, you’re not truly fulfilled
- Social media is overwhelming but I take it one day at a time and I ask my brother for tips at times to know what’s trending. One has to be thirsty (for knowledge) to stay relevant by using social media positively because there is a lot of negativity there
- You are an influencer, you influence people. When you do your natural hair, it can inspire the next person. I didn’t know I could inspire anybody to do anything.
- When you follow your inner spirit, it’s God pushing you down your path
- God created all of us with a purpose which we must honour and take seriously. That’s your essence and without that, you’re not truly fulfilled
