I Dared to Be Different: An Autobiography

By Francis Osagie Erhabor

Some battles choose you. Others, you choose for yourself.

For Francis Osagie Erhabor, the choice was clear, he would not bow to corruption, no matter the cost. In I Dared to Be Different, he shares his journey of 35 years in the Nigeria Police Force, where he stood against bribery, injustice, and a system that often rewarded compromise over character.

As a child, he witnessed his father's wrongful arrest. Instead of growing bitter, he made a bold decision - to join the police and be the change from within.

The path was anything but easy. From million-naira bribes, threats, career stagnation, every temptation, and opposition came his way. Yet, he stood firm.

From dismantling illegal operations to transforming community policing, Francis proved that one person, armed with integrity, can rewrite the rules. His defiance earned him accolades, including the Public Service Integrity Award from President Muhammadu Buhari.

More than a memoir, I Dared to Be Different, is a call to action for leaders, dreamers, and everyday people who long for a better world.

It is proof that doing what is right may come at a cost, but the reward; legacy, impact, and true leadership is far greater.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F6M37VKD
• ISBN13: 9798281153317
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 186 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"