AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss AFCON and the reactions around the tournament, then move to reports of government raids and arrests of beggars. They break down Babcock University’s new restrictions on student appearance, examine the power struggle between Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and former governor Nyesom Wike, and touch on KPMG’s criticism of errors and gaps in Nigeria’s new tax law, before closing with This Week in History.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
07:33 - AFCON conversations.
49:20 - Government raids and arrests beggars
01:09:40 - Babcock University has banned: Dreadlocks, Beards, Joggers, Bubu, Danshiki, Sleeveless Gowns or Blouse, Sportswear, Baggy and Bodyhugs for students.
01:20:50 -  Rivers State politics is dominated by an escalating power struggle between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike (currently the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory)
01:54:50 - Auditing giant, KPMG, says Nigeria’s new tax law is full of “inherent errors, inconsistencies, gaps and omissions
02:43:20 - This week in History

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve react to reports around Anthony Joshua’s involvement in a tragic accident in Lagos, then discuss the Ilashe boat accident that claimed lives and the partial collapse of the 25-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House in Balogun Market. They also revisit key moments in This Week In History and close with a conversation on Lagos’ underground queer party scene, as shared by a gay couple navigating nightlife and community in the city.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
47:00 - Anthony Joshua was involved in a tragic accident in Lagos
01:25:30 - The boat accident at Ilashe that claimed lives
01:30:40 - Partial collapse of a 25-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House in Balogun Market, Lagos
02:10:20 - This Week In History
02:41:35 - Gay couple speaks on the amazing underground party scene for queer people in Lagos
https://ffm.to/pen9g9m
03:00:00 - Sign out.

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the Diddy documentary and the reactions it has sparked, then touch on Detty December and its impact on culture and spending. They also examine AFRICOM’s missile strikes on ISIS-linked camps, the EFCC case involving former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami, and end with concerns around changes made to President Tinubu’s tax reform laws after National Assembly approval.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
38:20 -  Diddy's Documentary
01:10:50 - Detty December
01:47:50 - U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) launched Tomahawk cruise missiles from naval ships. The strikes targeted two camps used by foreign ISIS-linked elements and local affiliates, believed by security analysts to be the Lakurawa jihadi group.

02:13:40 -  Former Nigerian Attorney-General and Minister of Justice Abubakar Malami is currently embroiled in a high-profile legal battle with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) involving charges of massive financial misconduct and terrorism financing. 
02:28:50 - Four new tax reform laws signed by President Bola Tinubu in June 2025 were materially altered after being passed by the National Assembly and before being officially gazetted

03:09:00 - Sign out

 AOT2 and Steve talk Detty December and what it says about culture and access, then shift to AFCON and national expectations. Fan Mails bring listener perspectives into the mix. Two Ask the Giants questions conclude the episode, featuring conversations on growth and timing. 

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the buildup to the 2027 general election, Harrison Gwamnishu’s arrest over an alleged ransom diversion, and the US Mission’s new social media skit contest. They touch on Troost-Ekong’s retirement, Bimbo Akintola’s support for President Tinubu, and Burna Boy’s ongoing PR moves. They also talk 2Face and Natasha, Spotify Wrapped 2025, Wizkid and Asake’s joint project, the anniversary of “Grass 2 Grace,” and the passing of Cashman Davies.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
37:30 - 2027 general election
01:12:35 - Popular activist, Harrison Gwamnishu, has been arrested for allegedly diverting ransom
01:24:10 - US Mission in Nigeria announces “social media skit contest.”
01:29:55 - Troost-Ekong announces retirement
01:39:00 - This Week in History
01:43:00 - Bimbo Akintola on supporting Tinubu
01:49:55 - Burna Boy's controversy continues. Sets up PR game
02:05:35 - 2Face Idibia and Natasha
02:30:00 - Spotify Wrapped 2025
02:32:20 - Wizkid announces joint project with Asake
02:32:50 - 2Baba’s Sophomore Album ‘Grass 2 Grace’ was released on December 8, 2006
02:36:30 - RIP Cashman Davies
02:44:40 - Sign out

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Nigeria this week: the UK rejecting the request for Ekweremadu to serve his sentence in Nigeria, Tinubu declaring a security state of emergency, the new ambassadors list and its controversies, sports issues from the NFF to table tennis, Tems’ new EP, the 12th anniversary of Alaga Ibile, and Burna Boy cancelling US tour dates among other news that made the rounds.
OUTLINE

• UK rejects FG’s request for Ekweremadu to complete his prison term in Nigeria 
• President Tinubu has declared a state of emergency on security. 
• FG has officially blamed jihadist groups for kidnappings 
• Minister of Defence
• Ambassadors List
• What’s the difference between career and non-career ambassadors
• The NFF - Original Azamen - read here and here.
• HBO set to release music documentary on Wizkid. Read here
• Burna Boy cancels US tour dates
• Tems Drops Surprise New EP - Love Is A Kingdom
• Fan mails

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Nigeria this week: the killing of Army Brigadier General Musa Uba by ISWAP, mass kidnappings and bandit attacks, Nnamdi Kanu’s life sentence, and the Super Eagles’ World Cup disqualification.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
16:00 - Nigeria is on fire
Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) killed a Brigadier General of the Nigerian army, Musa Uba, in Borno State.
Bandits attacked a church in Kwara
More than 300 persons were kidnapped from a catholic school in Niger state.
The US Congress holds a public hearing on the violence in Nigeria.
The Federal Government has shut all Unity schools in the country for security purposes.
02:24:20 - Nnamdi Kanu’s sentence
The Nigerian separatist was sentenced to life for terrorism
02:40:00 - X new updates
03:26:10 - Ezra Olubi updates
03:42:00 - The Super Eagles are disqualified from the World Cup.

 AOT2 Steve and Osagie discuss Wike’s reported clash with a military officer and his response denying any rift with the military. They also break down the news of Wike’s expulsion from the PDP, revisit key events in This Week in History, and examine Paystack suspending its co-founder, Ezra Olubi, over allegations of misconduct. The episode wraps with a conversation on Show Dem Camp’s new album.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
43:00 - Wike’s spat with a military officer
Wike has denied any rift with the military 

01:03:40 - Wike Expelled from PDP
01:29:30 - This Week In History
01:55:00 - Paystack suspends its co‑founder and CTO, Ezra Olubi, after allegations of sexual misconduct involving a subordinate
02:30:50 - Show Dem Camp's Album

 AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the viral video of Edo State Governor’s praise singer, Peller’s money laundering claims against Javis, and the father of a late journalist demanding justice. They examine the new $11.5 travel charge for Nigerians, Trump’s threat to cut U.S. aid over religious attacks, and the alleged coup involving former Bayelsa Governor Timipre Sylva. They also mark Made in Lagos at five, review Don Jazzy’s top Afrobeats albums, Burna Boy’s “Fela is the only one greater than me” claim, Blaqbonez’s harassment denial, Odumodublvck’s jab at M.I Abaga, and other stories that made the rounds this week.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
25:50 - Did you see this video of Edo State Governor’s praise singer?
33:10 - TikTok influencer Peller alleges Javis is into money laundering
01:03:00 - Father of late journalist in Abuja demands investigations
01:17:00 - Nigerian international travelers to pay a $11.5 charge per flight ticket starting December 1st
01:32:40 -  President Trump threatens to halt U.S aid to Nigeria and prepare military action over Islamist attack on Christians
First and second statements.
02:19:00 - More details about the alleged coup against Nigeria’s President
02:24:20 - The homes of the former governor Bayelsa State Governor and former Miinister of State for Petroleum Resources, Mr Timipre Sylva were raided over his alleged involvement in the alleged coup. He has confirmed the raids but denied being involved with the coup.
02:28:00 -  The 5th Anniversary of Made in Lagos
02:34:00 - Don Jazzy’s top five Afrobeats Albums
02:36:20 - Fela Is the Only One Greater Than Me - Burna Boy
02:38:00 - Blaqbonez responded to allegations of harassment, emotional abuse, and cyberstalking made by a woman who reportedly rejected his advances.
Odumodublvck bashes M.I Abaga
02:44:20 - Fan mails
03:14:50 - Sign out

Recorded live at Spotify’s Greasy Tunes Lagos, this special episode of Loose Talk dives into the theme “How Hip-Hop Paved the Way for Afrobeats.”

Osagie Alonge, Steve Dede, and Ayomide Tayo take the audience on a journey through Nigerian music history, from the early days of Nigerian Pop music to the rise of Afrobeats as a global force. They explore how Hip-Hop shaped the sound, fashion, and attitude of today’s Afrobeats generation, unpacking key moments, albums, and movements that defined an era.

A celebration of culture, rhythm, and legacy, this is Loose Talk, live and unfiltered.
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