The Bearing

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In-depth analysis and critical discussion on important issues, how they affect people, their potential to change lives, and what needs to be done to influence outcomes.

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Nov 1, 2025

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Episodes

How Tinubu's Cabinet Might Affect 'Renewed Hope' Mandate 19.08.2023

Send a text Reactions have continued to trail President Bola Tinubu's cabinet which will help him achieve his mandate of renewed hope, especially with the appointment of ministers. In this episode of The Bearing, we discuss these newly appointed ministers will help drive his policies

The Struggles Of Working Breastfeeding Mothers 12.08.2023

Send a text As Important as breast milk is to babies, some working mothers have  to struggle to breast feed their infants as one the primary challenges faced by breast feeding mothers is the lack of proper accommodation in the work place. In this episode of The Bearing, we discuss, their struggles and the need for a conducive lactation spaces for breastfeeding mothers in work places.

Why Many Women Seek Figure 8 Body Shapes 05.08.2023

Send a text The trend of doing what it takes to have a figure 8 body shape has become rampant in the country. In this episode of the Bearing, we find out why women are doing what it takes to achieve this Hour glass or Figure 8 body shape.

Why Military Takeover Is On The Rise In Africa 29.07.2023

Send a text Military coups were a regular occurrence in Africa in the decades after independence and there is concern they are starting to become more frequent. In this episode of The Bearing, we find out why Military takeover are on the rise.

Can Nigerians Survive Another Increase In The Price of Petrol? 22.07.2023

Send a text Anger, frustration, and despondency has been the situation of Nigerians in the past few days as they woke up to yet another steep increase in the price of petrol on the 18th of July 2023 barely two months after the removal of subsidy.  From Lagos, Ogun, and Edo in the South West and South-South to Niger, Borno and Zamfara in the north, it was all tales of woe by motorists and commuters...

Things You Should Know As A Nigerian Before You 'Japa' 15.07.2023

Send a text Japa is a Yoruba coinage, which in its literal connotation denotes ‘to leave for good’. It has become the new catch phrase for unbridled migration by desperate Nigerians in search of better paying jobs or other life supporting means. In this episode of The Bearing, we bring you the horrible tale of a young Nigerian who almost died in search of a greener pasture, plus things you should...

Things You Should Know Before Changing Your Car's Petrol Engine To Gas 08.07.2023

Send a text Are you thinking of switching your car's petrol engine to a gas engine? Before you do, there are some important things you should know! In this episode of the Bearing, we find out.

How Has Cooked Beans Saved Your Life As A Student? 01.07.2023

Send a text It is a life saver. All the way through the days in the boarding houses, it ranked number one on  tables in the refectory and so many people enjoyed it without an option. In this episode of The Bearing, we discuss how beans has saved so many student's lives.

How Actions Of Some Police Officers Encourage Jungle Justice 24.06.2023

Send a text Actions of a Police Officer to arrest a suspect because he was wounded due to Jungle Justice has generated a lot of reactions. In this episode of the bearing, find out what happened and how the action of the police officer might be encouraging Jungle Justice in the society.

Why Student Loan May Not Work In Nigeria 17.06.2023

Send a text Education is critical to every economy around the world, non more so than Nigeria. One of the biggest issue facing education in Africa's largest economy is funding.  The president of Nigeria recently signed the student loan bill into law to tackle the issue of funding. But will the Student Loan Work in Nigeria? In this episode of The Bearing, we find out.

Would The World Be A Better Place Without Men? 13.05.2023

Send a text Ever wondered what society would be like without men? It is believed that men are the highest perpetrators of crime in the society, does it mean they are a problem? In this episode of our weekly podcast, we are asking what the world would be like without men.

Why Females Are Better Parent Caregivers 06.05.2023

Send a text Many adult children are so busy growing up that they forget that their parents are growing old at the same time.  What gender actually takes care of their parents the most? Male or female  In this episode of our weekly podcast, we look at which Gender performs better in giving parental care.

Why Adulthood Is Not A Scam 29.04.2023

Send a text When we were younger, many of us spent a lot of time wondering when we would grow up so we could finally be adults. Is adulthood what you expected? In this episode of our weekly podcast, we look at the reality of Adulthood.

Are All Women Lunatics On The Car Wheels? 22.04.2023

Send a text Ever heard the term “Why you dey drive like woman?” or ‘Oh na woman dey drive sef” Is there a particular way women drive? In this episode of our weekly podcast, The Bearing, we are asking if women are generally horrible drivers.

What Truly Makes A Man? 15.04.2023

Send a text To be a man they say is not a day’s job like. What does it actually take to be a man? What makes a man? In this episode of our weekly podcast, we look at what truly makes a man in a typical Nigerian society, and how these expectations are affecting the men.

Why Some Men Don’t Treat Pregnant Women With Empathy 08.04.2023

Send a text Pregnancy is considered a time in a woman's life when she is caught between life and death, thus she should be treated with compassion. As some women relate their gruesome pregnancy experiences, we will examine why some men treat pregnant women negatively in this edition of our weekly podcast.

Reasons Why Politicians Don't Accept Defeat 01.04.2023

Send a text Every election has a winner and losers and it’s only expected for the losers to accept their fate with a spirit of sportsmanship. But in Nigerian politics, everyone believes they won hence no one accepts defeat. In this episode of Our weekly podcast, we look at why Nigerian politicians are sore losers.

Real Reasons Women Fail In Nigerian Politics 25.03.2023

Send a text A popular saying goes, Without Hillary Clinton, there would never have been a Kamala Harris. Who would pave the way for women in Nigerian politics? Why do women struggle with politics in Nigeria? In this episode of the Bearing, our weekly podcast, we look at why women fail in Nigerian political space.

Shockers To Expect From The Governorship Election 18.03.2023

Send a text It's Election Day again! What are your expectations? Are we going to see more shockers in the governorship election?  In this episode of Our weekly podcast The Bearing, we look at what to expect, from the governorship election, as we took a trip round the 6 geopolitical zones in Nigeria

Real Reason CBN Is Silent On Supreme Court Ruling 11.03.2023

Send a text Recently, the Supreme Court ruled that the old notes are to remain legal tender till December 31st 2023.  Despite this, the old Naira notes are still not accepted as legal tender. In this episode of our weekly podcast, the Bearing, we look at the real reason why  everyone is unsure of the status of the Old Naira Note.

Does Tinubu Have What It Takes To Rule Nigeria? 04.03.2023

Send a text Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will soon be taking over the seat of president from Muhammadu Buhari as Nigeria’s next president. Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared him the president elect of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. In this episode of Our weekly podcast, The Bearing, we ask if the President elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu truly has what it takes to r...

What First Time Voters Should Do On Election Day. 25.02.2023

Send a text It’s Election Day, and Nigerians are trooping to vote. Do you as a first time voter know what to do when you get there? In this episode of our weekly Podcast, we will be explaining in details of voting procedure.

Who Will Win The Presidential Election? 18.02.2023

Send a text Its now 6 days to the elections, everyone should be fully ready and eager to vote. With all necessary permutations in place and intense politicking and campaign, who has won the hearts of Nigerians? In this episode of our weekly podcast The Bearing, we will be asking who will most  likely win and become the next president of Nigeria?

Is Anger A Reflection Of Who You Truly Are? 11.02.2023

Send a text Humans have different personalities and exhibit different behaviors, some of which are influenced by times, seasons, situations, places, events, other people, and so on. If so, why is a reaction of anger seen as the true character of an individual? In this episode of our weekly podcast The Bearing, we would be asking if anger is a true reflection of a person’s character.

Why Parents Should Still Spank Their Children 04.02.2023

Send a text One of the most challenging things you will do as a parent is disciplining your child. Those days, spanking or manual reset cam in different forms, but it happened. but same cannot be said for now. Has the reduced spanking of children affected our kids of today? Should spanking be brought back? In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we look at why spanking should be brought back fully to ou...

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