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BattaboxNigeria's Fence of GoodnessIn this episode, Brodda Mike recants his ordeal with loosing and finding back his iphone, travel tips, staying safe in Nigeria and how to use rideshare and Uber in Lagos or Abuja: these safety tips is sure to apply to anyone traveling to Nigeria or any other african countryThanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2024-07-1109 min
BattaboxI will attack your plate !Hunger, scarcity, poverty and food shortage strikes all across Nigeria as Brodda Mike narrates his ordeal with fellow Nigerians who have resorted to waiting by restaurants and bukka's to help finish meals for patronizing customers. We discuss Nigeria's food insecurity Epidemic and food scarcity/food shortage in Lagos, Abuja and all across NigeriaThanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2024-05-2211 min
BattaboxA Tale of 2 thieves: When Uber thief meets Nigerian Police thiefIn this episode Brodda Mike shares his ordeal catching a Uber in Lagos and running into the hands of Nigerian police thieves, and shares valuable tips on how to stay safe in Nigeria when visiting and using ride-share platforms like Uber, Lift, Bolt, etc. We also discuss how to recover a lost or stolen phone, Iphone, Andriods and other devices when driving around in Lagos or Abuja Nigeria.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2024-05-2023 min
BattaboxAmerican Visa by Fire Experience!In this Episode, Brodda Mike replays his ordeal at the US Embassy in Lagos, Nigeria and how to get an American Visa from Nigeria.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2024-03-0116 min
BattaboxWorking your New Year RevolutionsWhy do new year resolutions never stick? In this episode, Brodda Mike discusses how to make your new year resolution last longer and the way to make sure that you are setting correct new year objectives. For more details on how to make your new year resolution stick: New Year Resolution: Why It Never Sticks (battabox.com)Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2024-02-0311 min
BattaboxEducated Idiot!Education and the costs of Higher Education is making many question the benefits of Education to Africans. In the episode, Brodda Mike discusses the side effects and disadvantages of Education. Watch full video on BattaBox YouTube channel.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-09-0918 minBattaboxGetting a loan at 50% to start my businessOur guest today got at loan at 50% from the bank to start her business and we discuss How to start a small business in Lagos Nigeria at a young age and overcoming business fears Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-05-1334 minBattaboxMy ADHD, Nigerian Culture and our people - IIDealing with ADHD in Nigeria and the cultural perception of ADHD is one that the society in Nigeria is unable to process and handle, leaving Nigerians with questions like what is ADHD symptoms, ADHD tests, ADD meaning, and how do you know if you have ADHD, medical tests for ADHD and how to diagnose ADHD in children and how to diagnose ADHD in adults to mention but a few. This week we interview an overcomer of ADHD and discuss how to combat the illness especially in Nigeria, Africa and other third world countries where ADHD is less prevalent.2023-05-0720 minBattaboxADHD and Nigeria: A menace - IADHD and additions in Nigeria is a menace to the society that if untreated can be very destructive. On this episode we discuss how to address ADHD and addictions in Nigeria abd Africa at large. Dealing with ADHD in Nigeria and the cultural perception of ADHD is one that the society in Nigeria is unable to process and handle, leaving Nigerians with questions like what is ADHD symptoms, ADHD tests, ADD meaning, and how do you know if you have ADHD, medical tests for ADHD and how to diagnose ADHD in children and how to diagnose ADHD in adults t...2023-05-0427 minBattaboxElection AftermathWe discuss the fall out from the 2023 Presidention Election in Nigeria. This episode was pre-recorded.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-04-2352 minBattaboxHow to avoid being ghostedIn this episode we discuss how to avoid being ghosted and what you can do when you are a victim of ghosting Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-04-1822 min
Battabox1% WomanWhat is the difference between a modern woman and a traditional woman? How to choose the right woman and how to tell the difference between the 1% woman and the majority of other women and the impact of Genz women in dating relationshipsThanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-04-1330 min
BattaboxWomen, Relationships and InsecuritiesToday we discuss relationships, inter-gender and inter-marital relationships and how women and men, having different relationships can cause insecuritiesThanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-03-2736 minBattaboxCoping strategies: Introverted EnigmasAn introvert is someone who keeps to themselves. An extrovert is someone who is more social and open to society. Being an Enigma means being a person or thing that is mysterious. In today's episode, we discuss what it means to be an enigma and how to cope with being labeled as an Enigma.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-03-1945 min
BattaboxGive me Peter Obi or I JAPAIn this Episode, we discuss the 2023 Election as we await the INEC court rulings. Did Tinubu really win, what do the people think, we also discuss Naira scarcity.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-03-1139 min
BattaboxNigeria 2023 Elections:Gloomy NigeriaIn this episode, we discuss the 2023 Nigeria Presidential election and if there is hope for Nigeria, Lagos State Governor Elections, and Election rigging.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-03-0436 min
BattaboxCan Peter Obi really win? Nigeria's 2023 Election Naira-ingIt is election week, who are you voting for, Abubakar Atiku, Peter Obi or Bola Ahmed Tinubu? who will become Nigeria's next president in 2023 as Nigerians go to the ballot to decide? We explore the Naira notes debacle, the state of the economy, and the PVC availability as Nigerians decide between the APC, PDP, and Labour party amongst all other many political parties. Trivia question: Do you know what it takes to at a minimum be elected President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria?Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-02-2444 min
BattaboxArtist ToolkitToday, we discuss the strategies on how to brand yourself and be successful. We also provide some advice on how to be successful in social media.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-02-2035 min
BattaboxAtiku-Gate and the common NigerianHow does the common Nigerian cope in a landscape of politcal elites. The Presidential candidate for the PDP in the 2023 General Election was accused of corruption by Festus Keyamo, the spokesperson of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign council. This week we discuss the upcoming elections and the role of the Nigerian People in turning out to select the next President of the country. Keyamo however has vowed to drag Atiku Abubakar, the presidential standard-bearer of the Peoples Democratic Party, to court. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-02-0435 minBattaboxHow to be Self AwareIn today's episode, we sit down with Barrister Esther, Esq. to discuss self-awareness and self-development and the challenges of growing up in a society where self-awareness is not valued. This is the second installment of our surviving college series.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-01-3135 min
BattaboxI can't believe I survivedIn this episode we consider the tales of a Nigerian Graduate and how she managed to survive college. Despite all the odds, our guest today describes how she was able to survive collegeThanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-01-2051 min
BattaboxFamily Planning in Nigeria... Shhhh!In Nigeria, 1 out of 5 married women use family planning and 16% of women want to delay or limit childbearing, but are not using contraception. There is prevalent limited access to family planning prevents women from safely spacing their pregnancies, fuels unsustainable population growth, and puts the health of women and children at risk. Today we discuss family planning in Nigeria and its societal impacts on woman and the cultural perception of family planning as well as laws of the land, including marriage age limitations. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2023-01-1858 min
BattaboxSocial experiment: Marriage and divorce:Marriage is typically a union between two people who wants to spend the rest of their lives anyway. Or, at least, that is usually the goal from the start. Some would call marriage the most important institution of human society. In Nigeria today, the society is going through a cultural shift of what it means to be married and what it means to be divorced. On this episode, we discuss Marriage in Nigeria, and Divorce in Nigeria and the role that social media plays.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https...2023-01-1554 min
BattaboxGay and Transgender in Nigeria?Transgenders are individuals who identify as a gender that is different from the one assigned to them at birth. Over the years, their community has had an increase in the Nigerian society. Chatting with Nollywood Actress and CEO Ruchiena, we discussed if there are actually transgenders in Nigeria or it’s for the money? There is evidence of the law being enforced in recent years, and LGBT people are regularly subjected to discrimination and violence.Same-sex sexual activity is prohibited under the Criminal Code Act and the Same Sex Marriage (Prohibition) Act 2013 (SSMPA), whic...2023-01-0832 min
BattaboxBillionaire at 23A billionaire is a person with a net worth of at least one billion (1,000,000,000, i.e., a thousand million) units of a given currency, usually of a major currency such as the United States dollar, euro, or pound sterling, according to Wikipedia. But does Naira count too? In our episode today, we discuss new year resolutions and how to manage expectations in 2023 and ponder if it is possible to be a billionaire in the new year, 23. Referenced article:Sanwo-Olu is my father – Delta man claims, says his mother told him so - BattaBoxThanks for listening... vi...2023-01-0125 min
BattaboxMoney, Christmas, and MoneyMerry Christmas to all our loyal fans and supporters. This week we discuss why Money is important for a fun and memorable Christmas and holiday season... or is it? This us the season of giving, celebration and festivities. how are you celebrating your holiday season?Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-12-2528 min
BattaboxFor the Love of JAPAIn this episode, we discuss the JAPA syndrome, what would you do if offered N10M (Ten Million Naira) or N100M (One Hundred Million Naira)? Would you leave the country and Immigrate? Would you Travel for Love? Or does the Economy and the falling Naira Depreciation have anything to do with your decision to Japa or not leave the country?3 Nigerians stowaways referenced in episode: LinkThanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-12-2041 minBattaboxChronicles of SAPAAccording to the Urban dictionary, SAPA is a term used in Nigerian Pidgin English to describe a state of being extremely broke or poor, usually after spending extravagantly. Today we discuss how to tackle SAPA and how to dea with SAPA ness... like.... staying happy, understanding its a phase, saving for rainy days, discussion with a companion and always being grateful. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-12-0929 minBattaboxBayelsa Blame GameWith 603 people dead, 1.3 million displaced, and more than 108,393 hectares of farmlands have been destroyed across the country, today we discuss the flooding situation in Nigeria... affected states include Bayelsa, Rivers, Delta, Edo, Lagos, Kano, Adamawa, Jigawa, Benue, and Borno. This year’s flood is believed to be the worst that Nigeria has experienced in decades, as it has created humanitarian crises and compounded economic challenges in the affected areas. Some communities are inaccessible and cut off from goods and services. (source:https://www.thecable.ng/2022-flood-a-tragedy-foretold-the-crises-within)(source: https://www.channelstv.com/2022/11/03/flooding-bayelsa-not-among-10-worst-hit-states-jigawa-is-number-1-says-minister/)Thanks for li...2022-11-2721 minBattaboxSuffering and smilingFela Anikulapo Kuti described the predicament of Nigeria... as Suffering as Smiling.. this week we discuss how to survive in Nigeria on an extended stay and stay calm... and when possible to smile along the chaos that may ensue in the day to day hoolabaloo of your time while visiting. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-11-1931 minBattaboxNaira NeglectWhy is the Nigerian Naira devalued? Naira is falling to all time lows with exchange rates crossing N850 to one US dollare $1. According to the Bank of America, the Naira is likely to be further devalued by an additional 20% in 2023. This week we examine some causes of the devaluation of the Naira... could this be caused by politcal motivations. or excess unregulated Naira in the system. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-11-0714 minBattaboxDisability AdcovacyThis week we discuss people living with Disabilities, how the society perceives them and how to be more supportive and empathetic to those around us facing such challenges, our guest also offers suggestions and solutions.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-10-3047 minBattaboxExecutive RecklessnessThis week Brodda Mike sits down with Mr. Johnson to discuss his relocation to the USA all the way from Abuja! We discuss Racism in America, inflation, insecurity, Peter Obi and Kanu Nnamdi Kanu's release.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-10-1632 minBattaboxSustainable African Fashion designers and Pretty MikeIn this episode, we address African Fashion and toxic masculinity, how we change the narrative, Sustainable African Fashion designers, giving hope to people impacted by Boko Haram, Skin uniqueness, tackling disabilities and disbanding African Fashion stereotypes, and of course sexual objectification in fashion... and wait for it... Pretty Mike.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-10-1035 minBattaboxStomach InfrastructureDuring campaigns and rallies, some in Nigeria only want to have their pockets padded and their stomach full... but why would anyone sacrifice their economic future for the present? Well, great question! Glad you asked. Our guest today sits with Brodda Mic to discuss the need for involvement at the grassroots and why the problem of Nigerians might actually be self-inflicted. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-10-0142 minBattaboxWhy Nigerians abroad hate NigeriansIn this episode Brodda Mike narrates a recent ordeal that sheds some light on a common Nigerian phenomenon, why do Nigerians abroad not like helping their fellow Nigerians? By listening to this episode, hopefully, this will help to change the narrative and lend a helping hand to our neighbors - where ever you call home away from home.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-09-1712 minBattaboxThe Queen, Her Colonial Masters and Our countryOn September 8, 2022, Queen Elizabeth II died at 96 following a 70-year reign, and as expected, for someone as consequential as the late Queen of England was, there were mixed reactions in some of the Countries colonized by the British. In this week's episode, we discuss the impacts, costs, and consequences and shed some light on the perception held by some people. Also, could the British be blamed for the state of Affairs in Naija? Is it fair to compare west African colonies like Nigeria and other British colonies like South Africa or India side by side in...2022-09-1239 minBattaboxAccra to Lagos: Flying in West AfricaIn this episode, Mr. Roland narrates his ordeal traveling in west Africa. What to expect when traveling (post-covid era), flight delays, how to stay calm, cool, and collected, dealing with immigration officers, Visas, ECOWAS, investing in Africa - how to plan. In this light-hearted episode, we discuss some challenges still plaguing the continent and what makes Ghana better than NigeriaThanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-09-0428 minBattaboxEmbassode 3: Visa by Force by ForceThis week, we discuss the famous US F-1 Visa and how to survive a student Visa, study abroad, financial aid, American Student live, and what to not do when applying for an F-1 Student Visa. Also, we examine the reasons why some Nigerians are denied a student Visa. This is an interesting episode that can be shared with someone or family or relative who may be struggling with getting a Visa to come to the USA. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-08-3045 minBattaboxI can fix Nigeria by myself V: Trump ModelFrom the FBI's raid of Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence to the aftermath of unsealing the search affidavit in the days following, we explore an alter world where a similar situation could unfold in Nigeria. Could the lay be applied to all citizens without fear or favor - equally? This conversation quickly evolved into a few things that are currently under development in Nigeria, taxes, unemployment, nepotism, political impunity, lawlessness and Moshood Kashimawo Abiola - MKO, Tinubu, Jonathan and Muhammadu Buhari. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-08-2155 minBattaboxCulturally speakingNo matter how well you cover your real name, your background and roots... even if you try to hide these facts from yourself, something inside of you will always suffer. This might result in unhappiness and a loss of belonging and sometimes we are forced to hide our cultural identity due to social or professional pressures but this week we discuss how to be authentic in a foreign country. We also cover some of the benefits of being unique and retaining one's own diversity. More importantly, how does one retrain "You" to become who you once were, culturally speaking?2022-08-1434 minBattaboxHow to get away with Cheating Part 1Most Nigerian men cheat, or do they? Why does the Nigerian society seem to endorse infidelity or does it? In the world of online dating and excessive self social media expression, where do we draw the line? In this episode, we discuss the costs of cheating and the long-lasting damages and effects it has on marriages and other long term relationships. We also discuss how to get away with cheating. Hunt: disclosure and . . .Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-08-0529 minBattaboxWhat type of Lagosian are you?In this light-hearted episode, Brodda Mike sits with hosts of the Nigerian Experience Podcast and discusses the Nigerian Youth experience, how to improve the plights of the common Lagosian (or Nigerian), university life, INEC, ENDSARs, how to survive Bribery and corruption, bad roads, fuel scarcity and everything else going on in Nigeria. We also discuss the Types of Lagosians. Find out what your Lagos type is . . .Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-07-291h 06BattaboxSurviving Covid, bullying and FloatingIn this episode, we discuss the challenges of being a medical professional working through the height of COVID, counseling in the Nigerian culture and how to be a better floaterThanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-07-2024 minBattaboxAfro-feminism IIThe gender pay gap is the difference between what men and women make for the same work. According to Salary.com, currently, women on average make 82 cents for every dollar men make. In this episode we discuss ways to bridge the pay and gender gap and provide suggestions on how you can be part of the solution. This is part 2 of 2.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-07-1729 minBattaboxAfro-feminismAccording to Forbes Magazine, The advocacy of women's rights on the basis of the equality of the sexes. This week Brodda Mike sits down with Dr. Toyin to discuss feminism, what is it, where it started, and what are the requirements to becoming a feminism. We also discuss feminism from an African Perspective. affairs. This is a two-part series.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-07-1134 minBattaboxI can fix Nigeria by myself IV: Morocco ModelIn this episode, we discuss the Morocco Model vs Nigerian model as it relates to the most recent primaries and the decision to nominate Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar for the upcoming Nigerian Presidential Election in 2023. Also, does zoning matter and why is it that where you come from decides your fate as a candidate in Nigerian elections?Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-07-0333 min
BattaboxI can fix Nigeria by myself III: Nigerian history 814In this episode, we discuss the history of Nigeria, the country with the most military coups in Africa within the shortest amount of time, one bloody civil war, and four republics. We also discuss the implications of the history of Nigeria, its military rule, and the marginalization of certain ethnic groups for the 2023 General Election between Bola Tinubu, Atiku, and Peter Obi.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-06-2724 min
BattaboxMarrying Differently IIAccording to US Census data, in 2021, 34% of adults age 15 and over had never been married, up from 23% in 1950. The estimated median age to marry for the first time was 30.4 for men and 28.6 for women in early 2021, up from ages 23.7 and 20.5, respectively, in 1947. The percentage of married-couple households that are interracial or interethnic grew across the United States from 7.4 to 10.2 percent from 2000 to 2012-to 2016. Inter-marital relationships and how to deal with and enjoy inter-cultural marriage and interracial relationships are the subjects of our episode this week. Issues covered include finances, loving differently, and setting cultural expectations. This is Part II. ...2022-06-2542 min
BattaboxThe Dichotomy of FatherhoodThere is a global crisis brewing, the shortage of fathers. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 19.5 Million children, more than 1 in 4, live without a father in the home. More than 20 million children live in a home without the physical presence of a father. There are two issues highlighted in this episode, namely, the society at large's impact on fathers and secondly, the lack of proper attention to men's healthcare issues.Sources:CentraState Article and Sentencing Project ArticleThanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-06-1915 minBattaboxMarrying Differently IThis week, we discuss interracial, intercultural, and intertribal marriages and how to cope with marrying outside one’s background. According to US Census data, in 2021, 34% of adults age 15 and over had never been married, up from 23% in 1950. The estimated median age to marry for the first time was 30.4 for men and 28.6 for women in early 2021, up from ages 23.7 and 20.5, respectively, in 1947. The percentage of married-couple households that are interracial or interethnic grew across the United States from 7.4 to 10.2 percent from 2000 to 2012-to 2016. We discuss challenges, tricks, and tips on how to stay happily married to your lover, who sometimes ma...2022-06-1338 min
BattaboxAfrican Immigrant PrivilegeAccording to Stacker, The American Police killed 1,144 people killed by police in 2021, according to Mapping Police Violence, up from 1,132 people in 2020. Despite making up only 13% of the American population, Black people represent 23% of those killed by law enforcement in 2021. Police brutality, micro-aggression, racism, and excessive use of force in law enforcement some would argue is more prevalent among African Americans. In today's episode, we compare the tale of African Immigrants to that of African Americans. How do Africans perceive their black counterparts who have been in America or Europe but are descendants of slaves forcefully and in most cases, br...2022-06-0727 min
BattaboxUkraine-Ology IIIn 1918, Ukraine declares independence from Russia during a conflict fought by multiple countries and armies over several years. On 20 February 2014, Russia began its annexation of Crimea...and over a century later, in 2022 on the morning of 24 February, Russia began the invasion of Ukraine when Putin announced a "special military operation" to "demilitarize " Ukraine. In today's episode, three Lost Lagosians sit down to analyze the current situation in Russia and Ukraine and the impact this may have on the free world with a lens on the salient impact of the position that the United States has willfully staked.T...2022-06-0227 minBattaboxUkraine-OlogyIn 1918, Ukraine declares independence from Russia during a conflict fought by multiple countries and armies over several years. On 20 February 2014, Russia began its annexation of Crimea...and over a century later, in 2022 on the morning of 24 February, Russia began the invasion of Ukraine when Putin announced a "special military operation" to "demilitarize " Ukraine. In today's episode, three Lost Lagosians sit down to analyze the current situation in Russia and Ukraine and the impact this may have on the free world with a lens on the salient impact of the position that the United States has willfully staked.T...2022-05-2932 min
BattaboxIs Religion a scamIs religion a scam? Is religion dying? Why do the most religious people turn out to be the most wicked for of humanity? In this episode, we explore the impacts of religion, beliefs, and dogma and how traditions can impact long-held beliefs in some cases causing economic and health impacts to a people and society at large.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-05-2521 min
BattaboxDoes Islam Muslims Quran Support ViolenceDoes Islam Muslims Quran Support Violence? The vast majority of Muslims oppose violence, extremism and terrorism, but in Nigeria, a country where according to Harvard University, 80-85 million Nigerians identify as Muslims, about 50% of the total population, religion continues to pose as a threat to the country's nascent democracy. In this episode, we take a critical look at the believe that Muslims support violence, can this juxtaposition be true? Does the holy Quran support extremism, Terrorist attacks and Is religion a scam or is religion meant for peace but to control people?Thanks for listening... visit our...2022-05-2331 min
BattaboxSokoto College Female Student killed in Northern Nigeria IIStudents of Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto, Nother Nigeria lynched a 200 level female student of the Department of Early Childhood Education, Deborah Yakubu, over an allegation of blasphemy against Prophet Muhammed on May 12, 2022. Deborah was violently stoned to death and later set ablaze by the angry mob, who are mostly students of the college. In this episode, we discuss the religious tensions in Nigeria, President Buhari, Abubakar Atiku, the upcoming election as well as the roots of religious tensions in Nigeria since independence in 1960. This is the concluding and second episode in this series.Thanks for l...2022-05-1522 min
BattaboxSokoto College Female Student killed in Northern Nigeria IStudents of Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto, Northern Nigeria lynched a 200 level female student of the Department of Early Childhood Education, Deborah Yakubu, over an allegation of blasphemy against Prophet Muhammed on May 12, 2022. Deborah was violently stoned to death and later set ablaze by the angry mob, who are mostly students of the college. In this episode, we discuss the religious tensions in Nigeria, President Buhari, Abubakar Atiku, the upcoming election as well as the roots of religious tensions in Nigeria since independence in 1960. This is a two part series.Thanks for listening... visit our website a...2022-05-1528 min
BattaboxNaija-phobiaAre you afraid of visiting nigeria? Are you some one living in diaspora who have not been back to Nigeria since you left?Are you following social media and western foreign news outlets that endlessly continue to report how kidnappers are on the loose in Nigeria?Are you sorrounded by friends who tell you that you must be out of your mind to think about visiting Nigeria? Are you married to a Nigerian and you would like to someday visit Nigeria with your spouse?Is Boko Haram, corruption and insecurity making you rethink your visit...2022-05-1324 min
BattaboxEmbassode 2: Activist Escapes Nigerian MilitaryAccording to Human Rights Watch, throughout its six-year tenure, the military government of General Ibrahim Babangida has relied on force to ensure its stay in power. In the process, the Babangida government has been responsible for the deaths of hundreds of students and others who demonstrated against its policies, the silencing of opposition organizations and the erosion of the rule of law. In this episode, our guests discusses a former student activist, discusses how he was advised to leave the country, and shares some valuable life lessons, along the way.Thanks for listening... visit our website at...2022-05-1127 minBattaboxDaylight SavingsIn this episode, we discuss daylight savings and the impact of daylight savings for African's in diaspora, with family back home. We also discuss coping strategies and how to talk about daylight savings for loved ones with Families in Africa.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-05-0422 min
BattaboxDear FGThe Academic Staff of Nigerian Universities (ASUU) is on strike again. In this episode, we discuss some of the issues and challenges faced by Nigerian Higher Education .Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-04-2729 min
BattaboxI am done with Nigeria!In this episode, Brodda Mike discusses the cold hard realities about those in Nigeria seeking to emigrate out of Nigeria. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-04-2614 min
BattaboxSingle and searching - First time Do NotsIn this short episode... we take a break and discuss the do nots of meeting your soulmate for the first time... Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-04-2405 minBattaboxI can fix Nigeria II: True FederalismIn this episode, we discuss the shortage of fuel in Nigeria, why is the recurring for a country that is ranked 9th in the world for its proven gas reserves as of 2017. True Federalism, Dividing Nigeria and the 2023 upcoming elections. Forbes article referencedThanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-04-1934 min
Battabox10 ways - How to Celebrate EasterIn this episode, we discuss the significance of Easter and how to celebrate Easter... and yes... Nigerian rice vs. Ghanian rice. Enjoy (the episode)Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-04-1715 min
BattaboxEconomic RefugeesAn economic refugee is a person who leaves his or her home country in search of better job prospects and higher living standards elsewhere. Economic refugees see little opportunity to escape poverty in their own countries and are willing to start over in a new country for the chance at a better life ~ Investopedia. In this episode, Brodda Mike discusses surviving Lagos with Dr Jay, his navigation since migrating from Naija and amongst other things, the need to think about returning back to Nigeria someday.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-04-0941 minBattaboxSuper MonstersBrodda Mikes expresses disappointment with the outcome of the Ghana vs Nigeria Qatar 2022 World Cup qualifying match in Abuja on March 30, 2022 as Nigerian Super eagles zealots stormed the football pitch to attach the Ghanian footballers and terrorize Ghanian team visiting fans.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-04-0209 minBattaboxNigerian Made Turbo CarsIn this episode Bro Mike and Shopay discusses Nigerian made cars, the challenges of sending cars ... to Nigeria. This is a laid back episode and easy listen with some information to those looking at sending to Nigeria. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-03-3030 min
BattaboxBonus: Mother's day Naija styleBrodda Mike discusses 8 ways to celebrate mother's day in 4 minutes.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-03-2703 min
BattaboxSurvivng Sahara: Backroad to Europe Part IIThis is the second and final episode as our guest narrates his survival ordeal going through the Saraha desert. The Sahara desert is in Northern African and spans Countries like Niger, Chad and Libya. With an area of 9,200,000 square kilometres (3,600,000 sq mi), it is the largest hot desert in the world. Our guests faith, strong will and survival determination - against all odds - helped his crossover to Europe through the route less traveled successful. A lesson for people who are insisting on leaving the motherland at all costs....have you counted the costs? Do you have what it t...2022-03-2517 min
BattaboxNigeria at NightNigeria is safe, and so is Lagos! But does this apply to morning, afternoon and evenings alone? What happens after the wee hours that follow sunset or when it is darkest just before twighlight? In this episode, we look at the various impacts to Lagos and to Nigeria, a country that sleeps at Night and discuss the different safety and "common-sense" measures that must be applied during your next visit and how to make sure you remain safe, if residing in Nigeria.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-03-2319 minBattaboxI am Russian-Lagosian and Facts Matter.Brodda Mike sits down this week with Mr. Richard, a fellow Lagosian and Russian to discuss the current Russian-Ukriane situation. We discuss the state of affairs, economy, safety and the backstory behind the Russian-Ukrainian conflict and what users can do to help, i.e., getting the facts and doing due diligence on every information that crosses their paths.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-03-1933 min
BattaboxSurvivng Sahara: Backroad to EuropeIn this episode, our guest narrates his survival ordeal through the Saraha desert. The Sahara desert is in Northern African and spans Countries like Niger, Chad and Libya. With an area of 9,200,000 square kilometres (3,600,000 sq mi), it is the largest hot desert in the world. Our guests faith, strong will and survival determination - against all odds - helped his crossover to Europe through the route less traveled successful. A lesson for people who are insisting on leaving the motherland at all costs....have you counted the costs? Do you have what it takes and even if you do, a...2022-03-1331 min
BattaboxDo you know who I am?Brodda Mike narrates his experience taking the pre-arrival COVID-19 test in Lagos, Nigeria in March 2022. He makes the case that as the global pandemic begin to be a "new normal", is it necessary for multiple expensive tests upon arrival into Nigeria and other African countries. He compares what other African Nations have done to reduce the costs and redundancy of multiple testing as a means of easing the stress of their citizens in diaspora. Nigerian Internation Travel PortalDouble testing in west Africa is driving up travel costs articleJuly 2021 WHO briefFighting Fake Covid...2022-03-0815 min
BattaboxDrive in Lagos, Drive anywhere!In this episode, Brodda Mike discusses the many challenges that make Lagos traffic a masterpiece and arguably, the most congested city in Africa and the world. He narrates his experience driving in Eko, the issues with the road, obeying traffic lights and gives the ultimate advice on how to navigate Lagos roads, safely but more importantly, calmly.List of cities by populationAfrican countries by populationVehicles per KM of roadThanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-03-0625 min
BattaboxGreen Card GloominessAn American green card promises a change of destiny, a change of lives, and a hope for the aspiring immigrant. With Nigeria being the only African country currently excluded from participating in the 2022 US diversity visa (DV) lottery, our guest today examines the struggles of coming into the USA with an American green card.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-02-2734 min
BattaboxNorthern Nigeria, North America and Non-western educationAccording to Unicef, although primary education is officially free and compulsory in Nigeria, about 10.5 million of the country’s children aged 5-14 years are not in school and 1 in 5 of the World's out of school children is in Nigeria. Non-western education is forbidden in certain parts of Northern Nigeria. Our guest today, who is from Nothern Nigeria describes how she managed to escape for greener pastures in the USA, risked her life and makes a compelling case for educational egalitarianism for all of Nigeria's children.#chibok girls.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.co...2022-02-1926 min
BattaboxYou will NOT ruin my career - Part 1Mr Ogo-Oluwa narrates is ordeal with the Embassy on more than one occasion, dealing with rejection, visa refusals, and how to overcome depression, repurpose your career targets and keep finding ways to succeed. This lighthearted episode is sure to encourage, cheer you up and motivate you or someone in your sphere who might be at this point in their success journey. Other topics covered includes how to survive the immigration process and the immigration interviewing process.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-02-1334 min
BattaboxEmbassode 1: Ties to Home and CountryBased on popular demand, Brodda Mike adds a new series to the Lost Lagosians podcast that is intended to serve as a guide to those interested in Emigrating out of the mother land. In this embasode, we discuss how to demonstrate ties to your home country when applying for non-immigrant or visiting, tourist or vacation visa and we provide examples of how to demonstrate ties to your home country and how to avoid refusals and visa denials. Embasodes are short and straight to the point episodes that cover embassy and immigration related topics.Thanks for listening... visit o...2022-02-0610 min
BattaboxFast Track to SuccessThis episode concludes "Nigerians only speak queen's English". Our guest, Mrs. Tara returns to discuss why a fast track to success might be short lived and how to deal with the feeling of loneliness and "alone-liness " that some Lagosians might experience once out of Lagos. Some coping mechanisms are discussed. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-02-0612 min
BattaboxNigerians only speak Queen's EnglishWe welcome our first female guest and a friend of the show as she discusses her assimilation with the American way of English... vs. the Queen's English. As a former British Colony, Lagosians from Lagos, Nigeria and Nigerians in general arguably are not only the most educated people on the planet, but they also speak the best Queen's English. No ESL required for Nigeria's diasporic communities despite its over 250 local languages and ethnic groups.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-01-3027 minBattaboxSix dollars 2 MDDr Cruze discusses how he was able to (with the help of God) Navigate MD school as a teenage immigrant from Lagos, Nigeria and in this encouraging story, he discusses a wide range of topics from parenting to compassion and how his Faith saw him through!Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-01-2333 minBattaboxAll power belongs to GodDr Cruze shares his experience of living in Lagos in the 1990's, Abacha, MKO Abiola, Obasanjo and how to survive in a foreign country as a teenager, "fresh off the boat". This episode is sure to cheer you up.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-01-1625 minBattaboxLagbajaIn this week's episode, we discuss time, time illusions, religion, the afterlife and new year resolutions along with some light-hearted reflections made about growing up in Lagos, Nigeria and the importation of western religion in Africa. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-01-0833 minBattaboxLeave Taiwo Alone!Welcome to 2022! In this episode, we discuss Taiwo... and the Ghanian Police's Warning to Prophets and religious leaders in Ghana about a potential 5-year jail term for clergymen caught spreading prophecies of harm, danger, and death. The Ghanian police asserts that such "revelations" could create tension and panic in the Ghanaian society and put the lives of many people in fear and danger. Relevant link: https://thestreetjournal.org/new-year-messages-prophets-of-doom-risk-jail-term-ghana-police-warn/Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2022-01-0227 minBattaboxHow America is closer to HeavenIn this week's Episode, Brodda Mike recants an experience he had and discusses how America is closer to heaven - geographically and Mr Joe Esien discusses how he is not one to yield to frivolous requests from his friends and family from back home.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2021-12-2917 minBattaboxHow to christmas in Africa and a trip down memory laneIn this episode, we discuss how to Christmas in Africa vs. Christmas in diaspora as well as the evolution of ChristmasThanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2021-12-2419 minBattaboxHow to touch 10 NigeriansAs African citizens in diaspora, Mr. Roland discusses how he and his startup has been able to touch the lives of many Nigerians and challenges us all on how we can make an impact, ten lives at a time.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2021-12-2038 minBattaboxI Can Fix Nigeria I: Top Corruption vs Bottom CorruptionIn this Episode, Brodda Mike hosts a round table discussion on how to end corruption in Africa with emphasis on Nigeria. Nigeria is perceived as a corrupt country by most with Transparency International ranking Nigeria 149 out of 180 countries (with 180 being the most corrupt) in its 2020 report. In this Episode, Brodda Mike hosts a round table discussion with five Diasporans, as he gathers their real-life experiences and thoughts on the issue of corruption in Nigeria, Africa's Largest Country and how it can be effectively curbed.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2021-12-1339 minBattaboxNaija to Newjersey - Delay is not denialBrodda Mike discusses the challenges and hurdles faced by this week's guest, a Lost Lagosian, who finds himself in New Jersey at a young age but had to quickly adjust to the post-911 shifting sands of a once favorable system, as almost everything tightens up and life gets more challenging. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2021-12-0634 minBattaboxThe Political quagmire and unprecedented realities of a better NigeriaBrodda Mike sits down for a lengthy conversation with a Nigerian politician and discusses the challenges of travelling with a Nigerian passport, running for office, stomach Infrastructure, election rigging, the uneducated national house of assembly members and how to get involved from afar.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2021-11-2942 minBattaboxWhy I won't bring shame to my family name in America as a LagosianIn this episode, a decorated veteran compares Nigerian Military to American Military and narrates his immigrant story coming to America with just $250 and a brief case, mental toughness, NYSC, studying with kerosene Lantern , the Abacha years, and Gratitude.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2021-11-2525 min
BattaboxLost Lagosians IntroLost Lagosians is a weekly podcast that features Nigerian diasporan guests from different walks of life as they navigate life outside Africa. The Podcast host, a Lagos native, Brodda Mike, keeps the show entertaining, engaging, educative and highly informative while navigating current events, immigration and other socio-cultural events of the day.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2021-11-2206 minBattaboxAjegunle to America: A Nigerian immigrant's survival guideIn this light hearted episode that highlights Ajegunle, Lagos, Brodda Mike discusses the experience of immigrants and the struggle of surviving in a new country with a long time friend. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2021-11-2229 minBattaboxA love hate relationship and an altercation with ENDSARS policeThanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2021-11-141h 00BattaboxWhy you shouldn't leave and why you should return back to NigeriaA Lancaster alumni discusses why he relocated to Nigeria and gives several insights into why most Nigerians are fleeing for the diaspora and if you should return back to Nigeria from diaspora?Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2021-11-0634 minBattaboxIdiots Running GovernmentBrodda Mike describes excruciating delays, an accident caused by improper training for Government employees and ongoing construction at the Lagos Airport and how people in power get to take the fast-r lane,Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2021-11-0114 minBattaboxThe Senator's ConnectionIn this episode, Mr. Johnson shares his experience of relocating to Gaziantep with Brodda Mike. A senator was instrumental in helping Mr. Johnson to make his way out of Lagos.Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2021-10-2418 min
BattaboxThe Embassy at LagosIn this hopeful message, Brodda Mike describes his experience at the American Embassy in Lagos. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com2021-10-1816 min