Yenagoa—Many strongly believe that a jack of all trades cannot gain expertise in more than one skill or business.
However, this notion is seemingly becoming obsolete because of technological innovations and the relentless spirit of man to be successful.
Faith Wisdom Charles, a young businesswoman, actress, chef, and ex-beauty queen, hopes to become the next Genevieve Nnaji from the mangrove clime.
Faith, the first child of her parents, can be largely described as a jack of all trades. But in her case, she is gradually proving to be a master of all.
In an interview with Mangrovepen.ng, Faith said she “got admission to study law at the Niger Delta University, Amassoma in 2015, but I lost it due to financial issues.”
Faith, who hails from Obioku in Nembe Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, noted that the sad experience pushed her into trading, to enable her to raise money for her education.
“After that ugly experience, I have been hustling legitimately to make sure I save enough to see myself through school before trying again.
“As God may have it, I have just gained admission to study mass communication at ISCOM University in Benin Republic.
Growing up, Faith said, she loved movie acting and admired Genevieve Nnaji. So while doing business, Faith equally features in movies, believing she will excel in Nollywood like the screen goddess.
She disclosed that she has starred in movies like Unbroken Home, Nze Secrets, inter alia.
“I have been opportune to work with some top Nollywood stars such as Sambaza Nzeribe, Emma Emordi, Ugo Dorris, Mary Igwe, Kenechukwu Ezeh and others.”
Faith is not entirely new to showbiz: she has been a one-time winner of the annual Face of Nembe Se beauty pageant, which has contestants from both Nembe and Brass local government areas in her home state, Bayelsa.
“I am a one-time winner of the Face of Nembe Se. I was the only queen that ruled for two years,” she noted.
As a businesswoman, Faith revealed that she is the chief executive officer of Tintel’s Drobes, a boutique and fashion outfit that deals in unisex wears, shoes, bags, clothes, perfumes, wristwatches and bedsheets.
Highlighting some of her challenges in business, she noted that “since I am into buying and selling, I face difficulty in getting enough goods once I run out of stock.
“This is because Bayelsa is a civil service state and many residents depend mainly on salary.
“If there were industries and companies to employ our people, it will help,” she lamented.
According to Faith, “I am also a caterer. I learned catering during my secondary school days in Port Harcourt. I can bake and cook most African dishes.”
Faith advised youths to be focused and never lose concentration as only determination will enable them to achieve their goals.
“You are the best person to lift yourself, and always know that self-confidence matters a lot.
“The best thing to happen to any youth is to face difficulties and still pick up speedily and excel beyond the expectations of the society,” she advised.
