One Voice Naija podcast

Nigeria will test you. That might be the most honest business advice you'll hear today. In this episode of MiNiBA, we sit down with two inspiring Nigerian entrepreneurs who are building thriving businesses in one of the world's toughest environments. From navigating inflation and changing customer behavior to overcoming self-doubt, they share the mindset that keeps them moving when giving up seems...

What if the problem isn’t money… but identity? In this episode, Michael returns to explore one of the most powerful drivers of growth: identity. How you see yourself shapes how you think, what you notice, and ultimately the results you create. From opportunity to behaviour, it all begins internally. We explore: How your brain filters reality and why you only see what you focus on Why many people d...

Do you actually know what’s wrong with your business — or are you guessing? In this episode, we talk with Muyiwa Femi-Pearse of The SME Mall about why many hardworking founders, especially women in business, stay stuck despite effort and sales. From record-keeping to pricing, from rising costs to tax pressure, this is a real conversation about diagnosis before growth . If you’ve ever said, “I don’...

If you want to drive or purchase an EV in Nigeria while also navigating how to use it in this power epileptic environment, then this podcast is for you.  Also if you wanna be a distributor, this is the perfect episode for you. In this episode of MINIBA Season 5, we revisit a powerful conversation recorded in Dirty December 2023 — before electric vehicles and energy transition became mainstream top...

The MiNibA Season 5 premiere dives straight to the ROOT of the problem. Not poverty itself — but the leadership, mindset, and broken systems that make us look poor. This episode is a raw, honest conversation about what really keeps us stuck and how nations like Singapore turned things around.   You won’t believe the breakdown: Leadership failure isn’t just politics — it’s a poverty machine. Our mi...

️ SEASON FINALE: UNCLE CASH UNPLUGGED From 109+ books to rewriting Nigeria’s future through youth, literature, and legacy. This episode isn’t just an interview — it’s a masterclass in storytelling, culture, impact, and imagination. Uncle Cash returns with fire as he reflects on history, politics, spiritual inspiration, the power of dialogue, and why short stories might save us all.  What Kind of ‘...

Life in Nigeria is no small task – power, security, and keeping things running can feel like a full-time hustle. But today, we’re talking solutions that hit close to home!   Meet Jerry Iyanya: an entrepreneur turning challenges into opportunities with cutting-edge IT, solar power, and security innovations. From helping families stay safe to making sure businesses don’t go dark, he’s rewriting the...

Welcome back MiNiBA nation. In this captivating episode of MiNiBA,  recorded over a year ago, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredible Fadakemi Onadele, a multi-potential creative, Founder and CEO of The Cakehouse (a bakery in Nigeria) which she started in the late nineties. Her journey from baking buns to consistently acquiring various skills that further cement her entrepreneurshi...

Naïja Entrepreneurs, Ditch the Attitude! Ever feel like your own mind is your biggest roadblock to success?   In this episode of the Miniba Podcast, we\'re getting REAL with Lanre Atika about “The Costly Attitudes That Hold Back Naija Entrepreneurs.   We talk about the limiting beliefs, ego trips, and the art of pivoting from \"prideful\" to profitable! Think Kanye West could still be a multi-bill...

Hey MINIBA Nation, how una dey? In this episode, we\'re joined by Lanre Atika (@_Larenzo7), sharing tales and adventures from the perspective of a Nigerian living in Canada. Get ready for a deep dive into: * The trials and triumphs when your top talents venture abroad * Unpacking a system for effective learning to master your educational journey * Exploring the high demand for highly educated indi...

We\'re back like we never left!!  Brace yourselves for the long-awaited Season 4 Episode 5 of the Miniba podcast. Join us as we dive deep into the captivating world of art with the incredibly talented Fiyinkoko herself.  In this episode, ‘The Way of Water’, Fiyinkoko shares the enchanting story behind her latest masterpiece, the \'Water Me\' exhibition, revealing the inner workings of her creative...

Some years back, the lightbulb lit up for musicpreneur, Terapi, when Anthony Joshua (AJ) shared an Instagram pic with his people, after a win, captioned \"the team behind the dream.\" In episode four, our guest delves into the importance of having the right people around you to elevate your impact. Also, discover why Terapi believes employers should let their employees pursue their passions while...

Helloooo MINIBA Nation! In this episode, @senamionadele and @akinfemionadele are joined again by Aishat Raji. @aishatraji continues to share her lessons learnt - from conquering Kilimanjaro, to uplifting lives with the \'Makoko School Project.\' Aishat talks about her life her as an artpreneur, why making an impact in education is what matters most, African wisdom for entrepreneurs, and much more....

Get ready to be INSPIRED! Join us for an electrifying journey on Episode 2 of the MINIBA Podcast as we unveil the incredible story of Aishat Raji, an incredible investment banker and artpreneur, who conquered Kilimanjaro while drawing some very interesting life lessons she shared with our hosts on today\'s episode. Aishat\'s awe-inspiring climb up Kilimanjaro reveals the true essence of perseveran...

On your marks! Get ready! GO! Welcome MINIBA Nation to a fresh season of MINIBA. Formerly known as the One Voice Naija Podcast,, we\'ve evolved into something even more inspiring. In this episode, join Senami, Akinfemi, and Prolishey as they reunite, catching up on the journey from the last season and offering a glimpse of the amazing adventures awaiting you this time around. For first-time listen...

Hello OVN gang!!! Alex Onyia has the gift of running multiple businesses AND WHY SHOULD YOU CARE? Because he came on the pod to talk about his pentagram of innovation that is certain to make YOUR business succeed. Dear podcast lover and fellow creative, We LOVE entrepreneurSHIP conversations so much,that it is our sincere hope the convo adds value to your journey to financial freedom. Be encourage...

Happy Eid OVN gang! This episode gives us inspirational - business adventure vibes. For S3 x 09 , Winston’s leather founder dropped by To talk about: -How to keep a customer for life -Becoming a millionaire by 17 -Doing the work to achieve your dreams -Luxury goods -Marriage and of course making an impact As always enjoy the episode. Don’t forget to join us on this journey to support naija made br...

Picture this: Thieves break into your house when you\'re not around, stealing your huge collection of expensive perfumes. Not only that, but they also left with 300 million Naira worth of your assets. If this happened to you, would you pack up and leave Nigeria, or would you stay and fight the good fight? This is exactly what happened to a good friend of the One Voice Naija podcast, Mich Straaw. M...

Hello OVN gang!!! If you are interested in photography but worried it might not be profitable or you feel like you aren’t talented enough don’t worry we got you covered. In episode 7 of this season, ice imagerys very own Janet, our guest on the podcast, joins Akinfemi in telling us an enlightening story on how she started photography immediately after school and how she evolved into the profession...

Are you a business owner, someone in charge of leading people or aspiring leader ? Do yourself a favor and join this conversation. This might be a catalyst that’s brings out the true leader in you. Akinfemi of OVN got back in the studio a few days after the election with Ayomikun, a vastly experienced CX specialist leader, based out of Lagos. Ayomikun shares his experiences with bad leadership in...

If you’re like most people , it’s likely you’ll walk away from a convo with David “Smooth teacher” Obianyor, feeling like you want to switch careers and become a teacher (yup! he’s that smooth!) In episode 5 of this season, Akinfemi and David, speak about teaching, why everyone knows him as a hustler, what it takes to create the Nigeria of our dreams and much more. Enjoy listening to the episode f...

“ Nigeria is not a place for chilling, it’s a place for activity “– Victor BK Are you like hosts, Akinfemi and Senami? And you don’t really have much experience traveling across Africa? Then you’re in for a treat! Secularity entrepreneur, Victor BK, recently back from his travels stopped by the One Voice Naija studio. In this episode , you’ll hear about how houses in Cotonou don’t have any fences,...

Welcome to 2023 OVN gang!!! Returning for episode 3 of the new season, Emmanuel Abarikwu ( total reward specialist ) had a lot to say about hiring right in a challenging environment. In this fun filled episode, he shares his 8 years worth of experience in Human Resources that are sure to be of great benefit to all our Nigerian entrepreneurs. So do yourself a favour, pour your favourite drink and t...

If I was to summarize episode two of the third season of the One Voice Naija podcast, in one phrase, it will most likely be called “Faulty Foundations”. FRESH off their trips from England and Mauritius respectively, partners in life and podcasting, Senami and Akinfemi Onadele, are joined in the studio by Emmanuel Abarikwu. Emmanuel, a new-age patriot, shares his thoughtful, common sense opinions a...

A new season of the One Voice Naija Podcast is upon us- and it promises to be the best season yet. In this episode, our recently married co hosts, Senami and Akinfemi Onadele catch up on what’s happened since the last season and what to look forward to this time around. Enjoy the episode