MIC ON PODCAST

In this episode of the Mic on Podcast, the anchor, Seun Okinbaloye gets answers from Mr. Seun Onigbinde, the co-founder of BudgIT.

Mr Onigbinde shares his thoughts on Nigeria's economic landscape, the fluctuating state of the Naira, and the 2024 national budget.

He also provides some perspectives to the twists and turns of the Senator Ningi Saga vis-a-vis the issues of transparency in the National Assembly.

The podcast also explores the lessons learned from the EndSARS protest and whether the youths are ready to take charge of the nation's political space in 2027.

Guest(s):

Seun Onigbinde

(Co-founder, BudgIT)

It's an engaging episode of Mic on Podcast, and the host Seun Okinbaloye sits with commentator Reno Omokri. Me Omokri, in his expressive usual style, touched on a myriad of pressing issues.

He opens up about his role in the 2019 presidential election campaign, shedding light on his decision to propose Peter Obi as the running mate for Atiku Abubakar. He also discusses his candid advice to Mr Obi regarding his presidential ambitions and the potential impact on the People's Democratic Party (PDP) votes.

The discussion goes into Omokri's views on governance, law enforcement, and economic policies. He emphasizes the importance of accountability and transparency, urging former Kogi Governor, Yahaya Bello to submit himself for EFCC probe. Omokri says the agency's actions against Bobrisky is beyond cross-dressing.

He expresses cautious optimism regarding Tinubu's economic policies while highlighting potential challenges.

Guest:

Reno Omokri

Political Commentator

In this episode of the Mic on Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye engages in a no-holds-barred chat with Hon. Chidi Lloyd, Chairman of Emohua Local Government Area and staunch supporter of former Gov. Nyesom Wike.

He spoke about the ongoing political feud in Rivers State, focusing on the escalating tensions between incumbent Governor Sim Fubara and the former Governor Nyesom Wike.

The podcast explores Hon. Lloyd's perspective on his political allegiances and voting dynamics, particularly in light of the support for the APC Presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu, by the pro-Wike camp, among other topics.

Take a listen.

Guest(s):

Hon. Chidi Lloyd

(Chairman, Emohua Local Government Area).

In this exciting episode of the Mic on Podcast, the host Seun Okinbaloye had a chat with Prof. Chidi Odinkalu, Human Rights Lawyer/Fmr. Chairman National Human Rights Commission.

Prof. Odinkalu discredits the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over the issue between the commission and popular crossdresser Okuneye Idris Olarenwaju aka Bobrisky and his naira abuse trial. “The only thing that the EFCC can find itself to do is to go after a cross dresser quite evidently because some people don’t like the idea of a man being a crossdresser."

He also analysed the issue of state police and the possibility of its functioning in Nigeria. Prof. Odinkalu bared his mind “State policing is about taking policing to the frontlines where it is needed and finding ways to decentralize that and give operational decision-making and budgetary de-concentration to the point of need. In the kind of country we have at the moment, I think any talk of a state police is irresponsible actually.

Responding to the prosecution of former Central Bank governor Godwin Emefiele Prof. Odinkalu airs his views. “So Emefiele is being prosecuted and I believe he should be prosecuted. But what about Buhari and his responsibility? Emefiele could not have turned up the CBN Act without Buhari saying so. The CBN Act is very clear. You cannot run up ways and means beyond the 5% threshold relative to the previous year’s budget." He says

Guest(s):

Prof. Chidi Odinkalu

(Human Rights Lawyer/Fmr. Chairman National Human Rights Commission).

In this exciting episode of the Mic on Podcast, the anchor Seun Okinbaloye speaks with the Special adviser to the president on information and strategy Mr. Bayo Onanuga

Mr. Onanuga said Peter Obi was the only candidate in the history of Nigeria who has inflamed religious and ethnic passions. He said “For the first time in a very long while in our country we had a candidate who was inflaming ethnic passions and that was the way the election went at that time. He was inflaming ethnic passions and religious passions, bringing two dangerous things to our politics; ethnicity and religion”.

Also speaking about the Obidient movement, Mr. Onanuga believes that they are praying for President Tinubu’s government to fail, stating that “there is a deliberate attempt to denigrate the government to paint it black all the time that it’s not doing well, it’s a failure and I say it’s too early to even say so.”

Responding to the allegation being reported of him saying Nigeria is one of the safest places to live, Mr. Dayo stated that Nigeria is the safest place to live in compared to the United States and South Africa.

Take a listen.

Guest(s):

Mr. Bayo Onanuga

(Special adviser to the president on information and strategy)

In this exciting episode of the Mic on Podcast, the anchor Seun Okinbaloye had a chat with Kenneth Okonkwo who was a Spokesperson for Obi-Datti/Labour Party Campaign Organization (2023).

In this podcast, Mr. Okonkwo spoke about the Labour Party's internal struggles, highlighting growing tensions within the party's leadership, and criticized the Abure faction's approach the Labour Party's National Convention as "unconstitutional, unconventional, and very abusive." He stated, "If I were Julius Abure, I would not contest to be Chairman of the Labour Party."

Also looking at the Tinubu-led administration, Mr. Okonkwo lamented the government's concentration of power within a select group, accusing it of nepotism and favoritism.

He believes Peter Obi's leadership would have addressed national grievances and alleviate tensions, including those surrounding the Biafran agitation.

Conclusively, Okonkwo reflected on his career in Nollywood, highlighting his success as an actor and emphasizing his desire for a better Nigeria.

Guest(s):

Kenneth Okonkwo

Spokesperson,Obi-Datti/Labour Party Campaign Organization(2023).

In this revealing episode of the Mic on Podcast, the anchor Seun Okinbaloye had a chat with Sen. Ned Nwoko representing Aniocha/Oshimilli Federal Constituency Delta State.

This podcast revealed Sen. Nwoko concerns regarding the lack of transparency and accountability in the allocation of funds for constituency projects, looking into insecurity in Nigeria and the contentious issues such as firearm possession, advocating for responsible gun ownership and proposing the establishment of shooting range schools across senatorial districts, "My proposal is that there should be one such training (shooting range schools) in every senatorial district, and they should be owned and run by retired military guards who are familiar with guns.

Sen. Nwoko, who also stressed the importance of good governance, and the need for inclusive dialogue, proposing a platform for constructive engagement between the National Assembly and various interest groups.

Guest(s):

Sen. Ned Nwoko

(Senator Representing Aniocha/Oshimilli Federal Constituency Delta State.).

In this insightful episode of the Mic on Podcast, the anchor Seun Okinbaloye had an interesting yet revealing chat with Hon. Bello El-RUFAI, a House of Reps member representing Kaduna North Fed. Const.

Looking at various topics ranging from Nigeria’s present economic woes, insecurity, the benefit of state policing and capacity of the Tinubu-led government, stating that President Tinubu is way better than Peter Obi in terms of experience. His dissatisfaction with his father's disqualification as a ministerial nominee and his confrontations with Twitter trolls were also discussed.

The podcast explored Hon. Bello’s belief in the capacity of president Tinubu’s led government, his journey as a young lawmaker and some analysis of issues in the North.

Guest(s):

Hon Bello El-RUFAI

(Member, House of Reps., Kaduna North Fed. Const).

In this episode of the Mic on Podcast, the anchor, Seun Okinbaloye gets answers on his no-holds-barred chat with Hon. Shina Peller, a former House of Reps member on his political journey and experiences, from his failed bid to return to the National Assembly and rationale behind his recent move to the People's Democratic Party (PDP).

The podcast also explored Mr. Peller's stance on the importance of taking collective actions in tackling Nigeria's issues.

Guest(s):

Hon. Shina Peller

(Former Member, House of Reps)

In this edition of the Mic on Podcast, the anchor, Seun Okinbaloye and his guests discussed the issues of Hunger Protest and if president Tinubu can tame the rising agitations. Nigeria has been rocked by a wave of hunger, inflation and untold hardship. In some parts of the country, citizens have taken to the streets to protest demanding government take action and address the rising poverty and food insecurity in the country.

Festus Osifo shared his perspectives and the decision of the Trade Union Congress on the Planned Labor Protests. He spoke about the Agreements between the congress and the Federal Government.

Human Rights Activist Deji Adeyanju spoke about the capacity of the Tinubu-led administration to be able to tame the rising hunger and hardship rocking the nation.

The Podcast also engaged listeners on X formerly known as Twitter, giving the audience a chance to air their views and suggestions on the way forward.

Guest:

Festus Osifo (President Trade Union Congress)

Deji Adeyanju (Human Rights Activist)