Misa Wasn’t A Good Man! Intent behind his 36-apartment donation to National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi, says it all

Dr. Misa is remembered not just as a good man, but as a great one, whose legacy is etched in the lives he impacted. This distinction is powerfully illustrated by his donation of a 36-apartment housing facility for doctors at the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi. This act of generosity was particularly profound as it occurred during a period of his own illness, demonstrating a remarkable selflessness.

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Good is the enemy of great. A good man leaves an inheritance for his children’s children. A great man leaves a legacy and an indelible impact that outlives him.

The author recounts a time when a young doctor, struggling to afford housing in Lagos and sleeping in his car, was a source of inspiration for Misa's project. While an average person might offer pity or a small sum, Misa chose to build a "first-class edifice" to improve the lives of doctors dedicated to saving others.

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Who makes such huge contributions from their deathbed? Who puts others first in his final moments? Only a great man.

His actions are framed as those of a great man who "keeps doing good till his last breath," contrasting with "normal people" who focus on themselves during hardship or "good people" who wait for storms to pass. Misa's willingness to help even competitors, as exemplified by his support during the author's own difficult time, underscores his exceptional character and the deep brotherhood that developed between them.

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Without hesitation, you ran towards me with a heart to help and public words of support in rooms where they mattered. It did not matter that we were in the same business. You chose me anyway.

The commissioning of the housing facility, where doctors received keys to new homes, served as a tangible reminder of Misa's enduring presence and impact. His wife's proud speech at the event further highlighted the grace of a woman who truly knew the man she married. Misa's legacy lives on, not through mere remembrance, but through the continued well-being and improved lives of those he uplifted.

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You did great in your absence. You were not a good man. You were a great man.