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How 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 c...

In 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.com

In 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 college Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com

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 societ...

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 Ni...

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...

A 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...

Merry 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.com

In 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: Link Thanks for li...

According 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... vi...

With 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 humanitaria...

Fela 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.com

Why 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 f...

This 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.com

This 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.com

In 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://...

During 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.....

In 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.batta...

On 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...

In 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 Nigeria Thanks for...

This 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...

From 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, une...

No 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 c...

Most 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....

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...