MIC ON PODCAST

In this episode of the Mic on Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye discusses President Bola Tinubu's potential cabinet reshuffle and its implications for governance in Nigeria.

Political analyst Kayode Ogundamisi emphasizes the need to assess current ministers' performance, suggesting the reshuffle is a response to unmet promises.

The episode also covers the Bobrisky scandal involving the EFCC, with legal expert Henry Eni-Otu highlighting the complexities of the case.

Guest(s):

Kayode Ogundamisi

(Political Analyst)

Henry Eni-Otu

(Legal Expert)

In this episode of the Mic on Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye discusses President Bola Tinubu's potential cabinet reshuffle and its implications for governance in Nigeria.

Political analyst Kayode Ogundamisi emphasizes the need to assess current ministers' performance, suggesting the reshuffle is a response to unmet promises.

The episode also covers the Bobrisky scandal involving the EFCC, with legal expert Henry Eni-Otu highlighting the complexities of the case.

Guest(s):

Kayode Ogundamisi

(Political Analyst)

Henry Eni-Otu

(Legal Expert)

In this episode of the Mic on Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with Seun Onigbinde, Co-founder budgit, to dissect the deepening crisis surrounding Nigeria's 2024 national budget, following allegations of over N3 trillion in padded allocations.

Onigbinde speaks on the suspicious inclusion of 7,447 constituency projects in the National Assembly’s Appropriation Act, raising concerns about the misuse of public funds.

The conversation explores the defense of whistleblower Senator Abdul Ningi and the urgent call for fiscal reforms.

Onigbinde also highlights shocking cases of irrational project allocations, such as N53 billion directed toward irrelevant agencies, underscoring the need for President Bola Tinubu to push for greater accountability and transparency in governance.

Guest(s):

Seun Onigbinde

(Co-founder, BudgIT)

In this episode of The Mic on Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye hosts Deji Adeyanju, human rights lawyer, who criticizes the government’s harsh crackdown on #EndBadGovernance protesters and accuses President Bola Tinubu of authoritarianism.

Adeyanju also questions Tinubu’s handling of the fuel crisis and calls for his resignation as Minister of Petroleum.

Looking ahead to the 2027 elections, he urges opposition parties to unite and address internal challenges for a stronger front.

Guest:

Deji Adeyanju

(Human Rights Lawyer and activist)

In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye hosts Dele Farotimi, a Nigerian lawyer and outspoken critic of the judiciary.

Discussions focused on Farotimi's sharp critique of Nigeria's judiciary, highlighting its systemic inability to deliver justice and the entrenched nepotism within its ranks, particularly in relation to the family of retired Chief Justice Olukayode Ariwoola.

Farotimi also addresses the 2023 presidential election, expressing strong support for Peter Obi and accusing INEC and the judiciary of manipulating the results.

He concludes with a call for radical reform, emphasizing the need for a revolution in both mindset and systems.

Guest:

Dele Farotimi

(Nigerian Lawyer and Author)

In this episode of the Mic on Podcast with Seun Okinbaloye, the spotlight beams on the ongoing political turmoil within the Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He engages Darlington Nwauju, the spokesperson of Rivers APC, in a revealing conversation about the escalating crisis, the role of the National Working Committee (NWC) under Abdullahi Ganduje, and the contentious reinstatement of Chief Emeka Beke’s leadership.

From the alleged influence of FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike on Tony Okocha to the sidelining of former Governor Rotimi Amaechi, the episode uncovers the power struggles and deep-seated issues plaguing the party.

Nwauju also provides insights into the internal dynamics, questioning the NWC’s impartiality and outlining the steps needed to resolve the crisis.

Guest(s):

Darlington Nwauju

(Spokesperson, Rivers APC)

In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye features Seyi Law, a strong supporter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from the APC, and Segun Sowunmi, a PDP chieftain.

Seyi Law expresses firm confidence in Tinubu’s leadership despite protests, calling for clearer communication of government policies.

In contrast, Sowunmi criticizes the administration’s handling of fuel subsidy removal and appointee effectiveness, warning that significant improvements must be demonstrated within ten months or the presidency could face serious challenges.

Guest(s):

Seyi Law

(Senior Special Adviser on Entertainment to the Ondo State Governor)

Segun Sowunmi

(Chieftain of the People's Democratic Party)

In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye hosts Labour Party chieftain, Barr. Kenneth Okonkwo, who addresses rumours in his open letter about his alleged departure from the party and severing ties with his principal and 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi.

They underscored the importance of peaceful resistance in Nigeria, arising from the plan by young Nigerians to stage a 10-day nationwide protest to demand an improvement in Nigeria’s economic situation and a reversal of some government policies, particularly the removal of petrol subsidies.

Mr. Okonkwo also shared his personal journey, including his commitment to seeking a new political direction and as well as calling for new leadership across Nigeria's major political parties.

Guest:

Barr. Kenneth Okonkwo

(Labour Party Chieftain and Spokesperson for Peter Obi, Labour Party's Presidential Candidate in 2023)

In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye hosts Mr. Victor Opatola, an Abuja-based legal practitioner known for public interest litigation.

Opatola discusses his legal challenges against INEC's Permanent Voters' Card requirement, his criticism of regionalism as a perpetuation of colonial-era divisions, and the qualifications of Mr. Ola Olukoyede as EFCC Chairman.

He also emphasizes the need for accountability in government spending, particularly concerning the National Population Commission, and calls for collective activism to effect real change in Nigeria.

Guest:

Mr Victor Opatola

(Legal Practitioner and Public Interest Advocate).

In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye hosts Mr. Okoi Obono-Obla, the former Chairman of the Special Presidential Investigation Panel (SPIP) for the Recovery of Public Property under the government of former President Muhammadu Buhari.

They discuss Obono-Obla's suspension, which he describes as a witch hunt, as well as the unfounded allegations of forgery and corruption that led to his prosecution. Obono-Obla reveals details of the high-profile corruption investigations he conducted, the lack of government support he faced, and the personal and professional challenges that arose from his commitment to fighting corruption.

He also comments on the need for political and ideological integrity within Nigeria's anti-corruption agencies and offers cautious optimism about the current administration's potential.

Guest:

Mr. Okoi Obono-Obla

(Former Chairman, Special Presidential Investigation Panel for the Recovery of Public Property)