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The Business Exchange: How Business Works

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Every second and last Tuesday's of the month, the hosts will offer sharp insights on how business works in Nigeria with a deep dive into the biggest stories in business and policy. They will also make bold predictions across various sectors of the economy. This podcast is brought to you by the American Business Council, the voice of American Investors in the Country.

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Latest episode

May 21, 2026

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Episodes

Global Standards, Local Capacity: What Investors Need to See in Nigeria's Oil and Gas. 21.05.2026

On this episode of the American Business Council Nigeria, Margaret Olele speaks with Samuel Diminas, CEO, Westpaq International on the importance of Global Standards, Local Capacity and the things investors need to see in Nigeria's oil and gas.

Building Trust and Expanding Africa's E-Commerce System 24.04.2026

On this episode of the business exchange, Margaret Olele sits down with Temidayo Ojo, CEO of Jumia Nigeria to discuss building trust and expanding Africa's e-commerce system.

Driving Economic Growth Through Women's Leadership, Competence, Commitment & Opportunity 25.03.2026

On this episode of the Business Exchange, Margaret Olele sits down with Paternia Werts Onuoha to discuss ways in driving economic growth for women in Nigeria and also on the continent, on the margins of the International Women's Month.

Driving Industrial Growth, Investment, Competitiveness, and Inclusive Trade in Nigeria: The Strategic Role of Lagos Free Zone 04.02.2026

On this episode of the Business Exchange, Margaret Olele sits down with Adesuwa Ladoja, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Lagos Free Zone Company to discuss the industrial growth, investment, competitiveness and inclusive trade in Nigeria.

Cyber Security, Compliance and the Bottom Line 30.12.2025

Cyber Security, Compliance and the Bottom Line by American Business Council

Building the Future of Aviation 22.12.2025

On this episode of the Business Exchange podcast, Margaret Olele sits down with Mary Gbobaniyi, manager sales - West Africa (Delta Airlines) to discuss the future of aviation for Nigeria.

Building Nigeria's Connectivity Back Bone 25.11.2025

On this episode of the Business Exchange, Dapo Otunla, Senior Vice President & Chief Corporate Services Officer, IHS Nigeria, discusses the future of building Nigeria's connectivity back bone and how telecom infrastructure could be the focal point for economic growth and innovation.

World Food Day 21.10.2025

On this episode of the business exchange, Margaret Olele speaks with Foluso Alabi, Country Lead - Nigeria & Sub Saharan Africa, U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC), to discuss the council's works in Nigeria to promote high-quality U.S. soybeans and develop the Nigerian soybean value chain to meet growing protein needs.

World Sight Day 09.10.2025

On this episode of the Business Exchange, Margaret Olele sits down with Gabriel Ogunyemi, Visionspring's Regional Director, in celebration of World Sight Day to discuss the company's mission to increase lifelong earning, learning, safety, and well-being by providing affordable, high-quality eyeglasses to people vulnerable to poverty.

Africa Rising: CIPE's Hub for Democracy and Growth 25.09.2025

The American Business Council Nigeria hosts its first business exchange podcast in Washington DC live from CIPE Headquarters. Margaret Olele sits down with Debra Johnson, Chief of Staff for CIPE, to discuss the trajectory of CIPE in addition to current and future partnerships. The podcast also touches on the anticipated launch of the African Hub, slated to take place in Lagos on September 24, 2025...

Building Nigeria's Digital Backbone: The Role of Data Infrastructure in Economic Growth 11.08.2025

On this episode of The Business Exchange Podcast, Wole Abu of Equinix to discuss the role of data infrastructure on how it impacts on economic growth in Nigeria.

The Role of Foreign Direct Investments in Bridging Infrastructural Gaps 31.07.2025

On this episode of the American Business Council Nigeria, we focus on the role of foreign direct investments in bridging infrastructural gaps with Emad Adeeb of Mantrac Nigeria, as they celebrate 100 years of Caterpillar Innovation & Impact.

Mobilizing African Wealth for African Innovation 30.05.2025

On this episode of the Business Exchange, The American Business Council Nigeria discusses ways to harness African Wealth for Innovation on the Continent. This episode features Zachariah George, Managing Partner at Launch Africa Ventures; Napa Onwusah, Managing Partner, Placidcode Labs, Atlanta; and Henry Nyakarundi, Founder and CEO, ARED Group.

Intellectual Property as the Backbone of Franchising in Africa 13.05.2025

On this episode of the business exchange, Prof. Shodipo Bankole of the Nigerian International Franchise Association (NIFA) joins the show to discuss the importance of franchising in Africa as well as it's importance to the Nigerian economy.

From Labs to Lives: Harnessing Diagnostics and AI for Nigeria's Economic Transformation 28.04.2025

On this episode of The Business Exchange: How Business Works, Felix Ofungwu of ISN Medical joins the podcast to discuss the power of diagnostics in economic transformation in Nigeria.

Importance of Closing the Gender Gap 11.03.2025

Importance of Closing the Gender Gap by American Business Council

Public-Private Partnerships & The Foreign Direct Investments Shaping the Nigerian Economy 19.02.2025

on this episode "The Business Exchange: How Business Works" as we sit down with Ms. Aisha Rimi, CEO/Executive Secretary of Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC). Rimi also shares candid insights on Nigeria’s trade & investment growth and NIPC’s role in driving it. Don't miss it! #BusinessExchange #Investment

Advancing Civil Rights and Strengthening Democracy 07.02.2025

On this episode of "The Business Exchange: How Business Works," Oluseun Onigbinde, CEO, BudgIT Nigeria, joins this episode to discuss ways Nigeria can advance civic rights and strengthen democracy under the philosophy and ideologies of U.S. civil rights icon, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Onigbinde also discuss how his organization, BudgIT, is helping to promote civic engagement, budget reforms, and...

PSDdF Podcast Special: Technological Innovations and Governance in Postal Transparency 18.11.2024

On this episode of the PSDdF podcast, the Post Manager General & CEO of NIPOST, Tola Odeyemi discusses the importance of technological innovations and governance in postal transparency.

PSDdF Podcast Special: Building Trust - The Impact of Transparent Governance on Nigerian Democracy 24.10.2024

Lola Adekanye sits down for the special episode of the PSDdF podcast (Part of The Business Exchange Podcast) to discuss how the Nigerian government can build trust and how this can impact transparent governance in the country.

The Role Of Nigeria Customs Service In Trade Facilitation 26.07.2024

On this episode of the Business Exchange, Margaret Olele, discusses with Mr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, Comptroller General, Nigeria Customs Service, on the role of Nigeria Customs Services in trade facilitation.

Thriving Private Sector and Stable Democracy: A Two Way Street 09.07.2024

On this episode of the business exchange, Adeyemi Candide-Johnson, S.A.N speaks with Margaret Olele about the role of the newly founded Private Sector Development for Democracy Forum (PSDdF) as well as the importance the private sector plays in improving democracy in Nigeria.

Energizing Nigeria - Navigating Challenges, Harnessing Opportunities 27.06.2024

On this episode of the business exchange, Prof. Bart O. Nnaji, Managing Director, Geometric Power Ltd, sits down with Margaret Olele to discuss the future of energizing Nigeria.

Media And Democratic Accountability In Africa 12.06.2024

On this episode of "The Business Exchange: How Business Works," we touch on the "Media and Democratic Accountability in Africa" with Dapo Olorunyomi, Publisher of the Premium Times Nigeria, & CEO of the Center for Journalism Innovation and Development.

The Future Of Journalism In Africa 12.06.2024

On this episode of The Business Exchange, the main focus is on "Trends Shaping the Future of Journalism in Africa". This episode celebrates the next generation of African Journalists and will discuss the dynamic transformation of news production, distribution, and consumption driven by digital media and AI advancements, the positive and negative impacts on society, as well as the vital role of jou...

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