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Africa creates culture. The world captures the value. In this insightful episode of One2One, Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages Steve Babaeko, award-winning creative leader and Founder of X3M Ideas, in a wide-ranging and in-depth conversation on “hustle”, infrastructure, and the systems Africa must build to truly own its creativity. From advertising and storytelling to policy, intellectual property, and p...

In the concluding part of this One2One conversation with Tokunbo Shitta-Bey, "Mathematical" Segun Odegbami reflects on legacy, governance, and the future of sport in Africa - moving beyond football to examine how sport intersects with leadership, education, and the imperative of national development. He explores what it truly means to build institutions that last, why governance remains...

For many great footballers and athletes, the end of a successful sporting career marks a quiet retreat from relevance — and, in some cases, into relative obscurity. For Segun Odegbami, it marked the beginning of something deeper. In Part 2 of this three-part One2One conversation, “Mathematical” reflects on how purpose emerged within the game — both on and off the pitch — through the discipline of...

Affectionately nicknamed “Mathematical” for his precision and composure on the field, Segun Odegbami has, for more than four decades, stood as one of the most iconic figures in African football — admired not only for his brilliance on the pitch, but for the discipline, intelligence, and restraint that defined his game. As a member of the legendary Green Eagles team that won Nigeria’s first Africa...

What does it take to change the course of cancer for an entire continent — and whose responsibility is it to carry? In this compelling episode of One2One, Tokunbo Shitta-Bey discusses with Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, UICC President-Elect and one of Africa’s most influential voices in global health. A Consultant Paediatrician and Founder of the Medicaid Cancer Foundation, Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu has...

“… the story of Africa is the story of its becoming.”In the concluding part of this powerful One2One series, Tunde Onakoya — Nigerian chess master, Guinness World Record holder, and founder of Chess in Slums Africa — reflects on Africa’s unfolding story of “becoming” through the voices, dreams, and potential of its children. But is the world really listening to the voices of African children? And...

Joke Silva MFR joins Tokunbo Shitta-Bey on one2one to reflect on her legendary career across stage, screen, and culture — and on the legacy and rebirth of Nigeria’s iconic National Theatre, now the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture & Creative Arts. In this special episode, Joke Silva MFR — actress, director, cultural icon, and one of Nigeria’s most enduring creative voices — reflects on a remark...

How do you translate policy into real progress? In this hugely insightful One2One conversation, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade & Investment of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, joins host Tokunbo Shitta-Bey to explore how visionary leadership, discipline, and institutional reform can unlock growth and investment across Africa’s largest economy. A globally trained scho...

In the concluding part of this insightful One2One interview with Prof. Osaghae, he explores the ascendency of nationalism amongst emerging African countries, his own personal journey as Vice Chancellor of Nigeria's first privately funded University in Nigeria and what the future holds for Nigerian foreign policy in a fast-evolving and changing world. 👤 About the GuestProfessor Eghosa Osaghae...

Dementia is increasing across Africa — but why? Is it because more people are developing dementia, or because more cases are finally being recognised? Dementia is often seen as a Western problem, but both the number of cases and the diagnosis of dementia are rising rapidly across Africa as healthcare systems struggle to respond. Improved community awareness and better recognition by trained profes...

In the concluding episode of this three-part series of One2One, Dr Ernest Ndukwe discusses the importance of network connectivity across Africa, the necessity of open markets and MTN's endeavours in "giving back" to society and the lives of millions of Nigerians across the country.🎯 In this conversation, Dr. Ndukwe shares: • How private sector experience gave him an edge in public s...

What does it mean to lead with integrity when billions are at stake? 💡In Part 2 of our One2One conversation with Dr Ernest Ndukwe, widely regarded as the father of modern telecommunications in Nigeria, we explore his leadership journey in public service, the challenges of regulating a fast-growing telecom sector, and the lessons he has carried into the boardroom as current Chairman of MTN Nigeria...

From less than 500,000 phone lines to over 80 million in just 10 years, Nigeria’s telecoms story is nothing short of a revolution.📱📡In this insightful episode of One2One, Tokunbo Shitta-Bey discusses with Dr Ernest Ndukwe, Chairman of MTN Nigeria and widely regarded as the "Father of Nigeria's telecommunications revolution". As CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), h...

What will it take for Nigeria to compete and win on the global athletics stage? 🏃‍♀️🇳🇬In this concluding episode of One2One with Bambo Akani, Founder & CEO of Making of Champions (MoC), we explore the future of Nigerian athletics, the challenges facing sports development, and the opportunities to transform the nation into a powerhouse on the world stage.🎯 In this conversation, Bambo shares:...

Educated as an engineer at Cambridge University, followed by a decade in global finance and management consulting, Bambo Akani embarked upon an inspiring journey to build Making of Champions (MoC) as an instrument for transforming African Athletics. In Part 1 of this riveting One2One conversation with Tokunbo Shitta-Bey, Bambo Akani, Founder & CEO of Making of Champions (MoC) talks about his p...

In this inspiring episode of One2One, Dr. Sam Olu Faleye, Founder & CEO of Saglev, shares his remarkable journey from medicine into clean mobility — building Nigeria’s first electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing company. From the challenges of launching in an emerging market to breaking longstanding myths about EVs in Africa, Faleye reveals why sustainable transport is not just about cars — but...

In Part 2 of this exclusive 3-part One2One interview, Tunde Onakoya - Nigerian chess master, Guinness World Record holder, and founder of Chess in Slums Africa, reflects on how education, resilience and empowerment can transform the lives of children across Africa. Speaking with Tokunbo Shitta-Bey, Tunde shares the stories of children whose voices are often silenced by poverty — and how chess, men...

According to UNICEF, Nigeria has the highest number of out-of-school children in the world — 18.3 million as of May 2024. That’s 1 in 5 (20%) of the world’s out-of-school children, with the greatest impact felt in rural and underserved communities. In Part 1 of this exclusive 3-part One2One interview, Tunde Onakoya - Nigerian chess master, Guinness World Record holder, and founder of Chess in Slum...

In this second instalment with Moses Babatope, founder and CEO of Nile Media Entertainment and co-founder of Filmhouse Group, we dive deeper into the business of film, cultural authenticity and the future of Nollywood. From the behind-the-scenes story of The Wedding Party to what makes a box office hit, Moses unpacks the instincts behind “picking winners,” the formula for hit films and why indigen...

Moses Babatope, Founder/CEO of Nile Media Entertainment and Co-Founder of the FilmHouse Group, is one of the most influential figures in Nigerian and African cinema. From the early days of fewer than 10 cinemas nationwide to a thriving film industry generating ₦11.9 billion at the box office, Babatope has had a "front row" seat at the forefront of this rapidly evolving movie industry. In...

Ola Brown is a medical doctor, entrepreneur and Founder/General Partner at HealthCap Africa, a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments in the healthtech and fintech industries. She founded Flying Doctors Nigeria, one of West Africa's first air ambulance services, in 2007. In this highly engaging episode of one2one, Ola speaks passionately about tech entrepreneurship, backing "...

Shaibu Hussaini is a Nigerian journalist, film critic and Director General of the Nigerian Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB). In this concluding instalment of #TheShaibuHusseiniOne, He discusses Nollywood's potential and the opportunities for global repositioning and scale.#thisisone2one #TheShaibuHusseiniOne #Entertainment #Nollywood #Film #Leadership #BigIdeasAbout One2One:One2One ("...

Shaibu Hussaini is a Nigerian journalist, film critic and Director General of the Nigerian Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB). In this episode of One2One, he discusses Nollywood, film classification, and the role and development of the Nigerian movie industry. #thisisone2one #TheShaibuHusseiniOne #Entertainment #Nollywood #Film #Leadership #BigIdeasAbout One2One:One2One ("The One2One Show&q...

Dr Richardson Ajayi is a renowned healthcare entrepreneur and founder of Bridge Clinic, a leading fertility treatment centre in Nigeria. In this deeply insightful episode of one2one, he discusses his entrepreneurial journey, the ethics and operation of IVF treatment, and the future of Nigeria's fast-evolving healthcare industry.#thisisone2one #TheRichardsonAjayiOne #Medicine #Healthcare #Leade...

Kunle Afolayan is a multiple award-winning filmmaker and entrepreneur, and one of the leading lights in the development and progress of the Nigerian film industry. He discusses his pedigree and professional journey, the ascendency and increasing influence of Nollywood, and the overall trajectory and challenges of the movie industry in Nigeria.#thisisone2one⁠ ⁠#KunleAfolayan⁠ ⁠#Nollywood⁠ ⁠#Streami...