Watts Your Impact?

Beyond Access: The Energy Problem We Keep Ignoring What if the real energy challenge isn't access, but what people can actually do with that access? On this episode of Watts Your Impact , we sit down with Folawiyo Aminu , Senior Associate at RMI, renewable energy project developer, Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage (BESS) engineer, and project manager, to unpack one of the biggest misconcept...

In a generation driven by content, conversations are shaping culture faster than ever before. But beyond trends, virality, and noise what kind of impact are we truly creating with our voices? On Episode 5 of WattsYourImpact: Gen Z Series, we sit with Tolu Afilaka entrepreneur, media strategist, speaker, and founder of A3 Media & Network for a conversation on influence, culture, responsibility,...

“Nobody Is Coming To Save You.” It’s an uncomfortable truth but it’s also a strategic advantage. What changes when you stop waiting and start taking full ownership of your life, your growth, and your direction? In Episode 4 of WattsYourImpact: Gen Z Series “Nobody Is Going To Save You Pt 2” with The Don (Adewale Adejuro), the conversation shifts from awareness to execution: – What does “saving you...

“Nobody Is Coming To Save You.” It’s a hard truth many people avoid. But what if the real shift is realizing you’re responsible for your own growth, your own healing, your own life? In Episode 3 of WattsYourImpact: Gen Z Series, we confront this reality head-on and break it down: – Are we waiting too long for help that may never come? – What does taking full ownership actually look like? – Is inde...

Are we really behind in life or have we been sold a false timeline? In this episode of the WYI Gen Z Series, we sit down with Yetunde Omobolanle (Divayetty) writer, author, and the internet’s big sister to dismantle one of the most damaging narratives of this generation: comparison. “We are not behind. The timeline is fake.” This conversation explores how society and social media have: • Normalize...

“Gen Z (s) are lazy.” It’s a label we’ve heard too often. But what if the real issue isn’t work ethic — it’s outdated structures? In Episode 1 of  WattsYourImpact: Gen Z Series , we confront the narrative head-on and unpack what’s really happening: – Are Gen Z professionals avoiding work — or redefining it? – Is flexibility killing productivity — or increasing it? – Are we disengaged — or just uni...

What does it really take to build ecosystems that empower people, businesses, and communities to thrive? In this episode of Watts Your Impact, we sit with Mkye Oseh, strategist, coach, The “Enabla,” as he takes us behind the scenes of his journey across energy, technology, and impact-driven work. From navigating natural gas, solar, and tech4energy to building solutions that connect people across s...

What does it really take to build a sports talent empire in Africa? In this episode of Watts Your Impact, we sit down with Lanre Vigo — sports business executive, Founder/CEO of Plug Sports & Inter Lagos FC to unpack the business behind talent, the strategy behind athlete management, and the future of football in Africa. He’s the dealmaker negotiating major signings, the strategist scouting to...

What does it mean to be an unconventional lawyer—one who trades the wig and gown for versatility, boldness, and impact across industries? In this episode of Watts Your Impact, we sit with Anita Omonuwa, a dynamic legal practitioner whose journey spans corporate transactions, M&A, capital markets, telecoms, and energy. Raised in a family of remarkable lawyers, Anita quickly realized that the la...

What does it really take to build a legacy in the sustainability space and coach others to billion-dollar success? In this episode of Watts Your Impact, we sit with Simi, execution expert, innovator, leader, and coach, as he takes us behind the scenes of his extraordinary journey. From handling tough industries to waking up at 2AM to get things done when no one else would, Simi shares the real, un...

Tomi is many things—product strategist, creative, and community builder—using every part of her journey to drive meaningful impact. From leading strategy and operations at Paystack to founding Motitomi, a community rooted in creativity, agency, and shared purpose, she’s showing us that career and passion don’t have to exist in silos. In this episode, she shares how she’s creating impact across all...

Our latest guest is the mastermind behind some of the biggest sounds in Afrobeat! 🎶🔥 Ileri "Big Fish" started his musical journey playing instruments in church, where he honed his ear for sound and rhythm. That early passion led him into music production, where he has now worked with some of the industry's biggest names, including Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, and Adekunle Gold. Most recently, he produce...

Consulting isn’t just about giving advice—it’s about solving real problems, building relationships, and making an impact. For Olowo, that journey started with a pivot. Graduating as a Chemical Engineer, he quickly realized the job market was shifting, and he had to adapt. That shift led him into consulting, where he now helps businesses scale, solve critical challenges, and drive real impact throu...

If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or fashion enthusiast, this one’s for you! From engineering to fashion, Jidechukwu Nwanya is redefining fashion in Nigeria with Garm Island—a bold, disruptive brand making luxury fashion accessible. 🚀✨ On this episode, Jide shares his journey from the tech world to launching a fast-growing fashion brand, the challenges of breaking into the industry, and how he’...

On this episode of Watts Your Impact , Aishat Raji, an impact investment advisor, shares how she is using finance as a tool for change. From leading an NGO that has set up a school in Makoko to driving investments into impact-driven projects across key sectors like energy, healthcare, and agriculture, she’s proving that purpose and profit can go hand in hand. Beyond the boardroom, Aishat finds bal...

On the very first episode of “WattsYourImpact?”, we have Tosin Onafuye, CEO of 500Chow - a virtual restaurant chain that delivers high quality meals in record- time From a fun experiment in 2020 to an innovative Y Combinator-backed startup, Tosin shares the journey, challenges, and lessons learned along the way. Discover how 500Chow is reshaping Africa’s food narrative and the future of the food-t...

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