In a small community in Benue State, there was a boy named Daniel who lived near a busy roadside. Every morning before school, he noticed elderly people struggling to fetch water from a distant borehole. Most people passed by without helping. But Daniel decided to do something different. He started carrying buckets of water for them on his way to school. At first, people were surprised. “Why are you doing this for free?” they asked. Daniel simply smiled and said, “Because I can.” Some people warned him that others might take advantage of him. But he continued anyway. Rain or shine, Daniel helped carry water for those who needed it. One day, a businessman who often passed by observed him for weeks. Curious, he approached Daniel and asked why he spent his mornings helping others instead of focusing only on himself. Daniel replied, “My time is not wasted if it makes someone’s life easier.” The man was silent for a moment. Moved by his answer, he offered to sponsor Daniel’s education. Years later, Daniel became a community health worker, still helping people every day. When asked how his journey started, he always remembered those early mornings carrying water. He didn’t start with money or influence. He started with kindness. Many people think success begins with personal gain. But sometimes, it begins with serving others. What small act of help can you offer someone in your environment today?
