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Stories are...200. HomeStories are...intoxicating realities.This week's story was written by Victor Adams. Connect with Victor on Facebook at Odasi Victor and on LinkedIn at Victor Adams.This week's story was narrated by Ijeoma Nwankwo. You can explore more of her work, collaborate, or connect with her on Instagram at @inzeezvoice.I'd love your feedback on today's episode – what did you enjoy and where can we improve?Music by RAVE - Nkechi Ajayi and Kehinde Bankole.If you’ve got a story (fact or fiction) you would like to b...
2026-02-0405 min
Nigeria Football WeeklyChukwueze, Osimhen & More Shine in Club Football Return! 🇳🇬 | Nigerian Players' Weekend ReviewOlu reviews how Nigerian players performed over the past weekend, with goals and standout moments across Europe. The big talking points include Samuel Chukwueze continuing his hot form at Fulham, Taiwo Awoniyi scoring his first goal of the season, Akor Adams’ red-hot return for Sevilla, and Victor Osimhen reaching 50 goals for Galatasaray.Olu also highlights goals and assists from Paul Onuachu, Philip Otele, Chidozie Awaziem, and Gift Orban before selecting his Starboy of the Week podium. The episode concludes with a general player review and a look ahead to midweek Champions League and Europa League fixtures involving Ni...
2026-01-2732 min
Nigeria Football WeeklyFinal Super Eagles Index Before AFCON 2025 | Osimhen, Bassey & Chukwueze in FormOlu delivers his last Super Eagles index ahead of the 2025 AFCON Tournament. He reviews the selected players, highlighting who is heading into AFCON in top form, including Victor Osimhen, Calvin Bassey, Samuel Chukwueze, Akor Adams, Chidera Ejuke, and Cyriel Dessers, while also pointing out those struggling for rhythm. Olu also discusses standout performers who were unlucky to miss out on the final squad and names his Starboy of the Week.He then turns attention to the Super Eagles’ training game against Egypt, scheduled for Tuesday, questioning whether the timing is wise from a fitness and recovery standpoint af...
2025-12-1648 min
Nigeria Football WeeklyNigeria vs Egypt Update, Osimhen & Others Shine + Moffi Attacked by Nice Fans 😳Olu talks about the Super Eagles’ AFCON preparation match against Egypt, which has now been rescheduled. He then dives straight into the standout Nigerian performers of the week. Victor Osimhen grabbed a brilliant brace for Galatasaray in a 3–2 win, Umar Sadiq delivered a goal and assist in the Copa del Rey, Anthony Dennis found the net against Trabzonspor, Raphael Onyedika scored for Club Brugge, and Philip Otele continued his form with another goal for FC Basel. Olu also highlights Christantus Uche’s impressive cameo for Crystal Palace, Chiamaka Nnadozie’s clean sheet, and Toni Payne’s clutch assist that ended Chel...
2025-12-0941 min
Nigeria Football WeeklyWho's in Hot Form & Who Isn't Ahead of Nigeria's Gabon Clash? 🤔Olu breaks down how Nigerian players are performing for their clubs ahead of the crucial CAF World Cup playoff semi-final against Gabon. The Super Eagles Index is back, featuring the players who are red hot like Victor Osimhen, Chidozie Awaziem, Raphael Onyedika, and Paul Onuachu and those who are struggling for form or playing time, including Zaidu Sanusi, Bruno Onyemaechi, and Tolu Arokodare.With the international break just days away, Olu discusses who deserves a call-up, who needs to step up, and what these performances could mean for Nigeria’s chances of booking a sp...
2025-11-1045 min
CUNY TV's Black AmericaTaking a Look Back to Moments that Challenged & Inspired UsWe revisited powerful conversations with guests including philanthropist and author Frederick Joseph, artist and activist Sophia Victor, professional troublemaker Luvvie Ajayi Jones, and Lurie Daniel Favors, Exec. Dir. of CLSJ at Medgar Evers College.
2025-07-2227 min
Naija FCOsimhen’s €120M Saudi Offer, Weekend Review & Nigeria vs Ghana Unity Cup Preview!Join AyoT and Smith Layi on this week's explosive episode of the Naija FC Podcast as they dive into the latest football action and break down the biggest stories in Nigerian football! From thrilling weekend matches to massive career moves, we’ve got it all covered:⚽️ Weekend Review: Unpacking the standout moments, goals, and drama from the latest matches!🇨🇿 Igoh Ogbu signs fresh deal with Slavia Prague until 2027!🇨🇭 Philip Otele celebrates Swiss League glory with FC Basel!🇷🇸 Peter Olayinka lifts the Serbian Superliga with Red Star Belgrade!🇲🇩 Rasheed Akanbi & Elijah Odede conquer the Moldova Cup with Sheriff!🇭🇺 Tosin Kehinde dominates the Hungarian NB I with Fe...
2025-05-271h 52
Built ToughS3, EP6 - Gbenga Ajayi, Partner - QED Investors - Building Trust and Scale - unlocking Africa's Fintech PotentialIn episode 6, we sit down with Gbenga Ajayi, Partner at QED Investors, to explore the evolving landscape of fintech in Africa. Gbenga shares his journey from tech industry roles to venture capital, offering valuable insights into the unique challenges and opportunities in the African fintech sector. He discusses the critical importance of trust in financial services and how innovative fintech solutions are reshaping consumer expectations across the continent. Gbenga also delves into the complexities of navigating diverse regulatory environments in different African countries and the significance of achieving scale in specific markets. Drawing from his extensive experience...
2024-10-1429 min
Stories are...110. Fool's Gold"Perspective can cause two people to look at the same thing and see two totally different things." - Unknown -This week's story was written by Victor Olugbemiro.For more of his work visit WordPress @surutuu. And connect with him on X @oluvickie.I'd love your feedback on today's episode – what did you enjoy and where can we improve?Music by RAVE - Nkechi Ajayi and Kehinde Bankole.If you’ve got a story (fact or fiction) you would like to be featured on this podcast or a published book...
2024-08-2807 min
Stories are...46. Sir, What Do You Mean? Part 2"Opinions aren't facts. Stop worrying about what people think about you." - Unknown -This weeks story was written by Victor Ola-Matthew.To access more of his work, visit victor.curious.page.Connect with Victor on Instagram @vict0rverse and on LinkedIn Victor Ola-Matthew.I'd love your feedback on today's episode – what did you enjoy and where can we improve?Music by RAVE - Nkechi Ajayi and Kehinde Bankole.If you’ve got a story (fact or fiction) you would like to be featured on this podcast or a...
2023-09-1315 min
Stories are...45. Sir, What Do You Mean? Part 1Stories are...the things we assume we have in common.This weeks story was written by Victor Ola-Matthew.To access more of his work, visit victor.curious.page.Connect with Victor on Instagram @vict0rverse and on LinkedIn Victor Ola-Matthew.I'd love your feedback on today's episode – what did you enjoy and where can we improve?Music by RAVE - Nkechi Ajayi and Kehinde Bankole.If you’ve got a story (fact or fiction) you would like to be featured on this podcast or a published book you...
2023-09-0617 min
SnapTikWhat does bunny, cat, deer or fox pretty mean on TikTok
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested a popular Tiktok musician, Crown Uzama (known as ShalliPopi) and his manager, Ajayi Hafeez (known as 21 Badda) for alleged internet-related fraud.
EFCC Spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren, said this in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.
According to him, they were arrested alongside 29 other suspects, including four females: Glory Kelvin-Ogunwa l, Tina Ochonogor, Favour Dawa and Joseph Iya.
“Others are Adewale Adedokun, Yakubu Ojochememi, AbdulAzeez Suleiman, Umoru AbdulAzeez, Emmanuel Iwebo, Shuaibu Smart, Joel Kator, Gowon Titus, Emmanuel Daniel, Enough Ekpo, Atano Eben, Ijuo Ochi, Paul Ka...
2023-06-1001 min
Pausitive HyvePlan Z (Interview with Al-Ameen Abolare)I had a chat with Al-Ameen Abolare about his recently published life manual; Plan Z. We discussed ideas around identity and personal development. This is one episode you won't get enough of. There's a goody somewhere in the podcast, let me know when you find it.
2023-03-0933 minPausitive HyveHappy New Year!This episode was recorded very early in the year and I feel the time to publish it has come. In this episode inspired by Tolu Emmanuel (my podcast editor), I spoke about gratitude and why it's an important mind frame for us to process and maximise our lives. I hope you see reasons to be grateful every day of this year. Blessings!
2023-03-0507 minPausitive HyveHope; The Elixir of PossibilitiesTolu Emmanuel interviewed me on my birthday and we discussed my recent essay on hope. I am sure you'd fine a few inspiration here.
2022-10-3011 minPausitive HyveThe Nigerian Japa-nese!On this episode of Pausitive Hyve, I had Dr. Simi Adeodun. A large stream of people have crossed over to other climes in search of better living conditions. We talked about the hardships pushing out our talents and the mind posture that those of us who can't or don't want to leave need to adopt going forward. We called people to action; to be the inspiration needed to hold our dear Nigeria together.
2022-10-0720 minPausitive HyveThe Plan For A Nigeria For All!I had the privilege to share great moments with my friend Mr. Adeyemi as we discussed the current state of our beloved Nigeria and we discussed the civil plan to wrestle Nigeria from her nightmare. This is a timely podcast for the celebration of our 62nd Independence Day. God bless Nigeria!
2022-10-0116 minPausitive HyveThe Pursuit of Soft Life!This is the beginning of Season 2 of the Pausitive Hyve Podcast and here I spoke about a mental plague that seems to be ravaging a significant portion of people in Nigeria and Africa at large. There's a need for builders and building is definitely not for softies, this is a call for young people to take head on the challenges of building communities by every legal means.
2022-09-0109 minPausitive HyveHow to Partner With Local Businesses!We merged two cities to pull this episode off. Happy to have my friend Peter Atoyebi again on Pausitive Hyve. We had a swell time and I hope you enjoy this episode as much as enjoyed having this conversation.
2022-08-1514 minPausitive HyveWhat To Do With Your Salary!I had Babatunde Ajagbe over on this episode where we discussed the challenges of being a salary earner and wealth creation and management. I advised against swallowing the popular knowledge of living below your means to save money. After this recording, Babatunde messaged me privately and he said he thinks young folks should have savings, I was mildly against.
2022-08-0319 minPausitive HyveThe Limitations of LabelsThe brain left to itself is a lazy organ and will choose the path of least resistance again and again until we become intentional about life. Most of the ills we find in our families, work places and society today can easily be traced back to our tribal narrative and how we label those we have excluded from our tribe. To have better family, work space and society, we must do away with labels no matter how tempting and easy the opportunity it affords us. Listen and share!
2022-06-1915 minPausitive HyveChange or Be Changed!There are moments when a line is drawn in the sand and we must make a choice. It may seem as though we are resisting change when we don't make any choice but the truth is that we have relinquished our power to effect the change we want and we become those who change happen to. Nigeria is in focus here.
2022-03-2622 minPausitive HyveWhere Value Comes From!Value has become a word thrown around in many circles, but what does it really mean and how those it affect you and I? I shared my thoughts on where value comes from using my personal experience.
2022-02-2719 minPausitive HyveVerify Your Beliefs!In this episode, I shared some thoughts about how it's important for individuals to verify what they belief and how they reach conclusions about what they are convinced about. It's a personal responsibility and should be done with the utmost sense of duty. I hope this episode helps someone reevaluate their beliefs.
2022-02-0428 minPausitive HyveRambles on Access, Girls and Life HacksI had Peter Atoyebi over and we decided to record our typical conversations as an episode for you. We recorded our ramblings about life hacks, girls and the non linearity of life. You should get something that speaks to you I this episode.
2021-12-2643 minPausitive HyveWho Owns Nigeria 🇳🇬?Here in this episode I am asking that we begin to ask serious questions about our country and come up with strategic plans to swing the country onto a progressive course. I know many are tires of the country already and may even laugh this effort but wouldn't you rather be known for standing for something especiallya country as beautiful and blessed as Nigeria?
2021-11-2717 min
The Scoreboard PodcastSuper Eagles Born Abroad: Last Resort or always meant to be?Just this outgoing week, Ademola Lookman of Leicester City pledged his international allegiance to Nigeria despite playing age-grade international football for EnglandNo doubt, there has been an influx of players of Nigerian descent born abroad in both the Super Eagles and Super Falcons in recent times, with their decision to choose Nigeria largely seen as a last resort after failing to earn a place in the countries of their birth.When having this conversation, names like Shola Ameobi, Sone Aluko, Victor Moses, Tyrone Ebuehi, Ola Aina, Maduka Okoye, Semi Ajayi among others keep popping...
2021-11-0752 minPausitive HyveChoosing Your Significant Other!In this episode I hosted my senior friend, we discussed issues surrounding choosing a spouse and the necessity of overcoming the fear of making mistakes in choosing. I look forward to hearing from you. What contributions do you have to make?
2021-10-2439 minPausitive HyveFriends and Wedding Parties!In this episode, I had friends with me after a wedding party experience. We shared our experience and insights for applications.
2021-09-2634 minPausitive HyveIntentions Are Overrated!In this episode I shared an old lesson a recent experience dug up! I emphasised the need to take responsibility if we want to be in control and also learn to take the focus off ourself in other to see beyond our intentions and rather see what our words or actions translate to mean to the people on the receiving end of the things we say and do. I hope you find this episode insightful.
2021-08-2609 minPausitive HyveExcellence or Perfection?In this episode, I shared some thoughts about how many of us allow the waves pass us by while we wait on the beach waiting for the perfect wave. Maybe the perfect wave actually do exist but what if it doesn't come on the day we visit the beach? Excellence however is the attitude that is committed to making the best possible outcome of our circumstances with the available resources. I also mentioned some of y'all names. Listen and let me know what you think.
2021-08-2214 minPausitive HyveStarting With What I Have.In this episode, I recognised all the feedbacks I got from everyone who has taken the time to listen to the first episode of this learning season so far. Thank you! You are the real MVPs. I spoke on why I decided to publish despite the less than excellent quality of the audio and finally I shared some lessons. Save +2348088682938 to reach me on WhatsApp.
2021-08-2112 minPausitive HyveIntroducing Pausitive Hyve!In this episode, I introduced Pausitive Hyve sharing a bit of my journey and the call to join me on this phase of my journey as we create and build a tribe that will be committed to the health, growth, development and prosperity of all of us.
2021-08-1820 min2021-08-1600 min
Red Couch MancsE34: West Bromwich Albion 1 Man Utd 1 EPL Match 24United need to bridge the gap after Man City extended their lead and Leicester pick up 3 points against Liverpool. Facing a WBA who are in desperate need of 3 points to have any hope of staving off relegation. We discuss the performance on the pitch as well as team selection and what Ole could have done differently.
Cantona Collar: Luke Shaw. Beckham Boot: Victor Lindelöf. Noisy Neighbour: Ajayi.
2021-02-1533 min
The Business EdgeTHE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ADVERSITY, SELF-DISCOVERY & ENTREPRENEURSHIPSometimes we find ourselves at the lowest ebb in life; moments we sometimes feel like we have come to the end of the road. How do we handle such situations in a way that they turn out to be the best times of our lives? Listen to this discussion between myself and my friend, Victor PRAIZ.
2021-02-1450 min
The FOX Sports Fantasy PodcastFantasy Football: Targeting Week 3 free agentsJohn Halpin and Adam Meyer sort through all the Week 2 injuries and offer some free-agent recommendations. Players include: Dennis Pitta, Stefon Diggs, Joe Flacco, Ryan Tannehill, Jay Cutler, Adrian Peterson, Jerick McKinnon, Matt Asiata, Jonathan Stewart, Cameron Artis-Payne, Ameer Abdullah, Dwayne Washington, Kenyan Drake, Jay Ajayi, Arian Foster, Josh Ferguson, Donte Moncrief, Victor Cruz, Quincy Enunwa, Nelson Agholor, Trey Burton, Jacob Tamme, Clive Walford.
2016-09-2023 min