The importance of biographies as tools of historical construction cannot be overemphasized. The need to celebrate a living icon gave birth to this book – “From Desk to Throne” While recognizing the potent force of economics and religion in the society, it would be a big mistake to downplay the role of the individual in history. We need to know about our leaders if we are to solve the greatest problems affecting African societies, which is poor leadership many African countries have been experiencing since independence.