“When we tackle obstacles, we find hidden reserves of courage and resilience we did not know we had. And it is only when we are faced with failure do we realise that these resources were always ther...”

“All wars signify the failure of conflict resolution mechanisms, and they need post-war rebuilding of faith, trust and confidence.”

“I firmly believe that unless one has tasted the bitter pill of failure, one cannot aspire enough for success.”

“Never stop fighting until you arrive at your destined place - that is, the unique you. Have an aim in life, continuously acquire knowledge, work hard, and have perseverance to realise the great life.”

“Look at the sky. We are not alone. The whole universe is friendly to us and conspires only to give the best to those who dream and work.”

“You see, God helps only people who work hard. That principle is very clear.”

“First of all, Saddam did not win the war, even though he says he did, I mean, you know, that's a joke and everybody in the world knows it.”

“The real peril of war lies not in military defeat. It lies in war itself, whether we win or lose.”

“Far better is it to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs, even though checkered by failure... than to rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy nor suffer much, because they live in a ...”

“Life has but one true charm: the charm of the game. But what if were indifferent to whether we win or lose?”

“Be the music of your soul. Don't be a pawn in someone else's game.”

“His Presbyterian minster father had believed in a divine design, and Mozasu believed that life was like this game where the player could adjust the dials yet also expect the uncertainty of factors ...”

“Life is a series of waves to be embraced and overcome.”

“Life is a tide; float on it. Go down with it and go up with it, but be detached. Then it is not difficult.”

“It takes half your life before you discover life is a do-it-yourself project.”