At a recent youth event, Honourable Natasha Osawaru, who is married to Nigerian music icon 2Baba, gave an inspiring speech on his behalf. Her message focused on encouraging young people to recognize and value skills that are not always taught in the classroom.

Natasha pointed out that schools often focus on subjects like Mathematics, Science, and English. While those subjects are important, she said it’s also just as important to pay attention to talents and passions that students may have outside of these areas.

She shared her thoughts by talking about how her husband, 2Baba, made a huge impact through music—something he was passionate about and talented in, even though it wasn’t a school subject. She encouraged the youth to see that success can come from using your gifts, even if they don’t fit into regular schoolwork.

Even though her speech was short, it left a strong message. Natasha reminded the students that creativity matters too. She told them to believe in themselves, follow their passions, and grow the special talents they already have.

This speech served as a powerful reminder that education goes beyond books—and that every young person has something unique to offer.