OnPeople

In this episode of OnPeople, we sit down with Olugbenga Ajala, Partner at Wiseview Legal Consultancy and a dispute resolution expert with years of experience in litigation and arbitration. But this conversation goes far beyond law. Olugbenga walks us through his journey to becoming a Partner at Wiseview, the responsibility, the structural shifts, and the intentional rebranding required to position...

In this episode of OnPeople, we sit down with Mrs. Doja Allen, a transformative force in Nigerian media and one of the few women leading at the very top of radio broadcasting. With a career that spans finance, operations, and creative leadership, Doja has built a reputation for turning vision into structure and ideas into thriving enterprises. She takes us through her journey from working with the...

In this episode of OnPeople, we have a conversation with Michael Sani, better known as MC Lively, one of Nigeria's most recognisable comedy voices. From his humble beginnings as a church altar server who discovered his gift for making people laugh at age seven, to creating the iconic "Agidi" character that made millions laugh on Instagram, MC Lively opens up about the raw, unfiltered journey of bu...

In this episode of OnPeople, we discuss with Oyinkan Akintola-Bello, a governance and technology expert operating at the critical intersection where policy, regulation, and innovation collide in African tech. From leading the governance and digital security practice at Co-Creation Hub (CC Hub) to becoming country manager of the UK-Nigeria Technology Hub under the UK Foreign Commonwealth Developmen...

In this episode of OnPeople, we sit, with Louisa Kiwana Olafuyi, the Ugandan-born innovation specialist turned children's content creator who is building Africa's edutainment empire. As co-founder and COO of Kunda Kids, Louisa has gone from researching consumer insights at Unilever and Cambridge University Press to creating world-class African content that lets children see themselves in the stori...

In this episode of OnPeople, we sit with Ayo Bankole Akintujoye, Strategy & Transformation Expert, Founder of Caladium Consulting, and one of Africa’s leading voices on business growth and SME development. With over 15 years of experience across KPMG, PWC, Philips Consulting, and FMDQ, Ayo shares his incredible journey from growing up in a struggling business household to leading Caladium, a f...

In this episode of OnPeople, we sit with Damilola Teidi-Ayoola, a driving force behind Africa’s tech ecosystem. With over 14 years of experience enabling startups across the continent, from leading roles at GoMyWay and Co-Creation Hub to her current work at Ventures Platform, Damilola opens up about building scalable support systems for founders, balancing empathy with accountability, and what it...

In this episode of OnPeople, we sit with Mayowa Alabi — the self-taught, multidisciplinary visual artist better known as Shutterbug. From photography and painting to animation, design, and fashion, Mayowa’s creative journey is as layered as his art. He talks about growing up in Lagos, discovering his artistic gift as a child, and building a career that’s taken him from CcHub to BBC, with collabora...

On this episode of OnPeople, we do something different, we host two guests for the very first time. Meet Deborah and Elias Awili, a powerhouse couple shaping Africa’s product, fintech, and design spaces. Deborah is a Product & Operations Lead driving digital banking and payments growth at Moniepoint, while Elias is a Product Design Leader, Educator, and Founding Partner at Cora, mentoring the...

It’s the first episode of a new season. Here we sit with Francis Sani, ecosystem builder, venture strategist, and current Technical Advisor to Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, where he leads the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) Initiative. We discuss Francis's unconventional leadership philosophy, conducting "therapy slash philosophy sessions" that shaped live...

Season 2 of On People is here! 🎉 After an exciting first season that reached listeners in 26 countries, we’re back with more conversations that matter. This season, expect candid, unfiltered stories from leaders and changemakers in the creative, public service, and tech spaces people who embody courage, resilience, and authenticity. From their biggest wins to their toughest lessons, our guests ar...

For the season finale, our hosts Toun and Aniema reflect on their learnings on the last 10 episodes. From career journeys to leadership lessons, every episode brought valuable nuggets for professionals and leaders alike. We are so thankful to all the amazing guests who shared their stories, insights, and experiences, making this season so impactful. A big thank you to all our listeners, for being...

For the final guest of Season One, Toun and Aniema sit with Ife Ojobanikan, the Chief of Staff at Wakanow, a leading African travel-tech company. In her role, Ife drives strategic initiatives and operations. This episode’s conversation goes into her career journey highlighting how it is a testament to determination, adaptability, and growth. She mentions how mentorships and putting herself out the...

In this episode of OnPeople, hosts Toun and Aniema chat with Dele Balogun, Managing Director of Celebrations, a 35 year old business that offers bespoke gifting services. Dele talks about the dynamics of managing an already existing business as a young leader and the importance of structure and empathy in creating a successful business. He speaks on how he successfully fulfilled his mission to bri...

In Episode 8 of OnPeople, Toun and Aniema chat with Elaine Shobanjo, CEO of ShoMya, a successful beauty line offering professional beauty services. Elaine’s journey took a major turn from her beginnings as an Investment Analyst and Advisor in England, to becoming a beauty mogul. In this episode, Elaine shares key lessons from her entrepreneurial journey, She also shares how skills from her corpora...

In this episode of OnPeople, hosts Toun and Aniema sit with Dotun Olowoporoko, the Managing Partner at Ventures Platform, a Pan-African venture capital firm. Dotun has previously worked as the Chief Commercial Officer at Moniepoint and as a Principal at Novastar Ventures. He hosts the Building the Future Podcast, on conversations with people who are shaping the African future. This episode’s conve...

In this episode of OnPeople, hosts Toun and Aniema sit down with Ivie Temitayo Ibitoye, an HR professional with over 10 years of experience in employee retention, experience, development, and management. Ivie currently serves as the Head of Employee Experience at Sahara Group and is the Founder Work in Nigeria and Elite Hunters. Despite not always knowing what she wanted to pursue, Ivie was clear...

In this episode of OnPeople, Toun and Aniema chat with Bolaji Shote, an HR expert with over 16 years of experience spanning Technology, Consulting, and Financial Services. As the Founder and HR Consultant at Ingenuity HR Solutions, Bolaji highlights the importance of staying relevant through constant upskilling and understanding the intricate dynamics of laws, cultures, people, and data that shape...

In this episode of OnPeople, hosts Toun and Aniema chat with Bimpe Femi-Oyewo, a passionate advocate for education and mental health in Africa. As the founder of Edward Consulting and co-founder of the NGO, Kinnect, Bimpe shares her thoughts on the power of showing up for yourself, being intentional with personal and professional growth, and seizing opportunities even when it’s daunting. She empha...

In this episode of OnPeople, hosts Toun and Aniema sit with Dr. Ikpeme Neto, a medical doctor, entrepreneur, and health economist with over a decade of experience in the healthcare sector. He is the founder of Wellahealth, a micro health insurance company for high-occurrence diseases in Africa. With a diverse knowledge on entrepreneurship, health and leadership Dr. Neto brings a wealth of knowledg...

In this episode of OnPeople , we’re excited to have Irene Nwaukwa , a trailblazer in the healthcare sector. With experience at Boehringer Ingelheim, Sanofi, and 54gene, Irene is now leading Infinity Health Africa , driving healthcare innovation across Africa. We explore her early ambition, love for independence, and how a supportive tribe shaped her career. Irene shares her approach to transitioni...

In our premiere episode, hosts Toun and Aniema sit down with Babajide Duroshola, a passionate leader dedicated to helping founders build long-lasting, technology-enabled companies across Africa. With a diverse background in tech, banking, and consulting, Babajide has built a career around scaling companies to success. As the General Manager of M-Kopa Nigeria, he brings a wealth of experience and a...

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