“Nothing Lasts Forever” — Isaac Ayo Fayose Reflects On The Legacy Of Late Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola
✍️ By Teju/ February 16, 2026/ 9:37pm
In a heartfelt and thought‑provoking video that has stirred conversations online, Nigerian entrepreneur and social commentator Isaac Owolabi Fayose reminded his audience of life’s impermanence and the fleeting nature of worldly wealth.
Fayose, known for his outspoken presence on social media, used the example of late Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola, once powerful, wealthy, and influential, to drive home a simple but profound message: nothing lasts forever.
In the video, he described Akintola as a “very strong man in his prime,” revered and influential like many powerful figures of his time. Yet, Fayose pointed out, all of Akintola’s riches, his palace, his books, his legacy, have since faded away. What remains are memories, lessons, and reminders of life’s impermanent nature.
“Vanity upon vanity,” Fayose said, emphasizing that no matter how strong or wealthy a person may be now, everyone will eventually depart this world. His message blended English and local expressions to underscore the universal truth that life is finite, and how we spend our time matters far more than material possessions.
Fayose’s reflections resonate beyond politics or celebrity, they are a reminder to all of us that wealth, status, and power are temporary, and that focusing on meaningful use of time should be a priority for everyone.
