S.O PIENS, MD

Saturday, February 14, 2026

The Singles’ Crisis… In Search of Love or Fluff?

Okay, so maybe I won’t have to bother anymore about searching for love… or is it fluff? Whatever that means. The idea of love itself in this generation is something that cannot easily be put into words. I know you may wonder what I mean, but stick around.

There is a lot of chaos going on in the world about love. Sometimes you think you have found love, only to be disappointed a week later. Or you think you have missed love, only to realize it was just fluff.

So, what exactly is going on here? Let’s unpack a few things.

Decades ago, from the baby boomers down to Gen.X, there was hardly a time when adults stayed single on purpose. They preferred to get married rather than remain single.

Statistics showed that nearly nine out of ten men married at the expected age; the same was true for women. But with the rise of technology and the internet, something shifted. Love began to take on new definitions.

We now have the hype of more money, more cars, more swag, and more material possessions.

We have developed high expectations for love and low expectations for value because of what we constantly see on social media. We think we now have many options. We can see everyone and meet anyone online.

The doors are open—no visas or permits required. Singles can date as many people as they want at the same time. We can see how love looks and feels on the other side, but we do not realize that it is not always that rosy.

What a man would want from a woman in marriage, he is already getting outside of marriage—so why should he marry? There seems to be no need for commitment that might take away his freedom and mobile lifestyle. It feels better to be single than married. Responsibility and accountability are also out of the question. So he can easily flex and enjoy his life.

But there is a downside. The single life harbors loneliness and boredom. Sometimes singles have nothing serious going on in their lives apart from job and career. There may be no deep commitment to life and purpose. Perhaps happiness and fulfillment in marriage make other areas of life more fulfilling. This is not to say that single people are not happy or fulfilled. Fulfillment, whether being single or married, ultimately depends on how intentionally one chooses to live.

The Valentine season is another adrenaline in the mix. It hypes the feelings of love while ignoring its value. People look for someone to express those feelings to but do not give the real substance—love. And love is not for one day; not for one week. It is for every day, all day!

Married people are not exempt from this singles’ crisis. A married man is still parading himself as single because he’s unhappy with his wife and he’s seeing a girl on social media that he loves. Also is a woman who just married but suddenly met her crush online and her partner at home is not giving her enough attention.

The fact that everyone is on their phones most of the time, there is no adequate communication between partners and even between parents and their children. And this is making sailing the ship called relationship difficult. When problems arise, they easily snowball into bigger ones because there is no time to solve them, and whatever solution is found is got online from single mentors and coaches.

If we do not address the problems social media creates—the fake lives people display, pretending to be who they are not, raising the bar of normal living with opulent lifestyles—then we are heading in the wrong direction. This bubble will burst sooner or later.

We need to detox from excessive social media consumption and focus on what truly adds value. There is also a need to turn our expectations into gratitude and our hopes into appreciation. Love is not hard, but people can make it hard. And being single is not bad if it is lived with purpose.

Life is short. But it can be deeply meaningful when lived with intention.

Love,

S.O PIENS, MD
14th of Feb. 2026

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Saturday, January 17, 2026

The LANGUAGE OF CHANGE - My 1st Book

“You can't understand the language of life if you don't understand the language of change”

Just after I finished reading a bestselling book, I knew I could never remain the same. Something came alive in me—something that needed to be expressed. Streams of thoughts flooded my mind, and I found them impossible to silence. I knew I had something to share. I had an experience that demanded to be told, along with principles I had learned—unchanging truths that have the power to change any situation when rightly applied.

This book was born out of passion—a strong desire for change. Life itself demands change. Whether we like it or not, whether we want it or not, change is inevitable. It is part of the very fabric of life.

Change can come in two forms—positive or negative. Negative change happens at any time, even without our effort. But positive change? That only comes when we choose it, when we make it happen.

If you’ve been doing one thing for too long, then get ready—change is coming. Change cannot be resisted. Everything on this earth, including the earth itself, is going through change. Change forbids anything to stay the same. It moves on either side of life to bring about something new or different.

Even negative change—though frequent—has its place. It challenges us. It opens our eyes. It makes us value the beauty of positive change. Change means becoming different in a certain area of life. It is always happening—in relationships, careers, health, mindsets—everywhere. And life becomes even more interesting and meaningful because of the constant dynamic of change in our world.

Why We Need Change

Change is a basic and fundamental need for anyone who truly wants to live and enjoy life. Without change, stagnation is unavoidable. And where there is stagnation, progress and development are halted.

Change builds strength in the face of difficulty. Any person unwilling to change is automatically limiting their potential for personal growth and success. Every successful person you admire is someone who made the decision to change—and to change things.

The truth is: we only experience outward change after we have made an inner shift. People, situations, and even the atmosphere around us respond to the changes we make within ourselves.

That’s why we cannot promote change in others if we’ve not first embraced it ourselves. Any stagnant or stubborn situation you may be facing right now is likely crying out for a bold, deliberate change.

Now more than ever, we must become advocates of change. Because without it, success remains a dream—an illusion never realized.

This book will give you deep insight into what change truly means—and how you can engage it, not just in theory, but to your personal advantage. So take your time. Open your heart. And prepare for the transformation that begins with these pages.

Enjoy the read!

Love,

Samuel Owoeye, MD.

First written, June, 2017

Friday, September 19, 2025

11 Strategic Solutions for Africa’s Development

For centuries, Africa has been positioned as a supplier of raw materials while others reap the benefits of processing, branding, and selling finished products. But the tide is turning. Across the continent, new initiatives, industries, and movements are proving that our continent has the power to chart its own destiny.

The question is not whether Africa can rise—it’s how quickly it will take the bold steps needed to break free from dependency. Here are eleven strategic solutions that can transform Africa from a continent of untapped potential into a global powerhouse.

1. One African Passport – Freedom of Movement

A unified African passport would allow us to move, trade, and work freely across borders without unnecessary restrictions. This freedom of movement would boost intra-African trade, tourism, and cultural exchange. Just as the European Union benefits from the Schengen zone, Africa will unlock massive growth by eliminating artificial barriers that keep us and our businesses apart.

2. One African Leadership – A United Voice and Vision

For Africa to truly rise, it needs not only economic cooperation but also political unity. A system of collective African leadership would amplify our continent’s voice on the global stage. Instead of fragmented policies, a united African government—rooted in service, accountability, and a shared vision—would better protect our interests in trade, security, and global negotiations.

3. One African Currency – Economic Empowerment

A single African currency would reduce corruption, increase transparency, and strengthen financial independence. It would make trade and transactions across the continent seamless, boost regional production, and raise Africa’s bargaining power in global markets. Much like the Euro gave Europe new financial strength, an African currency backed by our human resources and minerals will reshape global economics in our favor.

4. Industrialization – Moving Beyond Raw Materials

Africa must process what it produces: refining oil, making chocolate from cocoa, producing batteries from cobalt. Local industries create jobs, keep wealth within borders, and reduce reliance on imports. Dangote Refinery in Nigeria is proof that this is possible—replicating such models across the continent and limiting unfair trade practices could change the game.

5. Strengthening the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)

Launched in 2021, AfCFTA aims to create the world’s largest free-trade area—1.4 billion people and a $3.4 trillion GDP. By trading more within Africa, countries reduce reliance on Europe, America, and China. Unified standards and reduced border barriers could build powerful supply chains within our continent—for example, cotton from Mali processed in Ethiopia and transformed into fashion in South Africa.

6. Financial Independence

Breaking free from colonial currencies like the CFA franc is vital. Africa needs strong local banks, insurance firms, and credit systems, plus regional currencies backed by gold, commodities, or digital technology. Sovereign wealth funds, like those in Nigeria and Botswana, can provide alternatives to IMF and World Bank loans.

7. Investing in Technology & Digital Economy

We should move from being a consumer of technology to a producer. Governments and investors must support African start-ups in fintech, AI, green energy, and agri-tech. We have all the resources in abundant supply, what are we waiting for? Nigeria's Opay and Kenya’s M-Pesa mobile money are good examples—scaled across Africa, such innovations could bypass Western banking dominance.

8. Agricultural Sovereignty

Despite holding 60% of the world’s arable land, Africa imports billions in food annually. Investing in irrigation, modern farming, and food processing will boost our food security and reduce aid dependency. Feeding Africa with African produce saves our resources and strengthens our independence.

9. Education and Skill Development

With the world’s youngest population (median age under 20), Africa’s greatest asset is its youth. But this can only be a dividend if education, vocational training, and digital skills are prioritized. Instead of exporting talent, we must empower our young people to build industries at home.

10. Infrastructure Integration

Roads, railways, ports, and energy systems must link African countries to each other—not just to Europe or China. The Lagos–Abidjan corridor is a great example, potentially boosting trade across five nations. Meanwhile, harnessing solar, gas, and hydropower can provide the energy needed for growth.

11. Media Presence

As Africans, we must tell our own story. Western media has long defined our continent as poor and unstable, but many of our media outlets are retelling our story and setting the records straight. By investing in storytelling, branding, and global media, we can build confidence and attract investment across the globe.

Finally,

A fragmented Africa is weak, but a united Africa is unstoppable. Together, as African nations, we can negotiate fairer trade, resist exploitation, and speak with one voice that will bring progress and development to our land.

Africa’s rise is not a dream; it’s a destiny waiting to be claimed.

God bless Africa!

God bless the world!

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