Sound Minds With Tolu Afilaka

Most people know her as Jbums. CEO of She Drag Gang. A voice since she was 19.

This is the side of the office she has not really sat down to explain.

Apostle Bunmi George on God speaking at 13, why the call took years, phones staying down in discipleship, heaven’s applause over a camera, a father’s words becoming an inner voice, therapy, the 8-second rule in marriage, and why she did the work off camera.

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In this episode of Sound Mind Podcast, Tolu Afilaka sits with Moromoluwa Atiketi — ordained pastor, creator, wife and mother.

The conversation starts where people still whisper. Her manager impregnated her. Don’t mix business and pleasure. She said it happened twice. Then she talks about loving her husband, raising brilliant children, and why home is peace.

She also opens up about becoming “Arsenal wife,” the season her content exploded, and why she treats joy like an assignment. Bad days exist. Exhaustion exists. But the devil can take money and opportunity. The moment he takes your joy and your worship, that is the real loss.

Later, she talks about proximity to Daddy GO and Mummy Faith through her husband’s work with the mission — including Grandma calling two hours after she gave birth.

A warm, honest conversation on marriage, content, faith and staying happy on purpose.

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Christians keep asking Daniel Etim Effiong how he does kissing scenes.

In this episode of Sound Mind Podcast, he answers it directly.

He talks about why he says there is no clean split between sacred and secular, the condition of the heart, and the question he asked a young actress in church: would you ask a gynecologist that?

He also shares what he told her about fear, the industry, and staying submitted if God is the one who sent you there.

The full conversation also covers his childhood, the accusation that broke him, marriage, and the path he believes God pulled him off.

Listen now on Sound Mind Podcast.

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In this episode of Sound Mind Podcast, Tolu Afilaka sits with artist and sculptor Anthony Azekwoh.

They go back to Covenant University — the viral essay, the disciplinary hearing, the relegation, and the years that followed. Anthony shares how speaking up almost destroyed his life, how he watched friends graduate from an Airbnb, and why high blood pressure at 18 became part of the story.

He also talks about leaving chemical engineering for art, why graphic design was only a gateway, and why he refused when the same school later invited him back after he became successful.

A raw conversation about art, punishment, survival, and the cost of telling the truth.

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Most people leave Nigeria looking for a better life.

Babatunde Dada did the opposite.

After studying and working abroad, he returned to build Nolt Finance — a company focused on the “underserved.”

In this conversation, he shares:

• Why he always planned to come back to Nigeria
• How long it took to get a CBN license
• Why his first customers were family
• Why trust is the real product in finance
• What young people get wrong about building businesses
• The discipline required to stay consistent

A calm, practical, and insightful conversation about building in Nigeria.

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Most people only see dogs as pets or security. Very few understand the real industry behind them.

In this episode, I sat with two of Nigeria’s respected dog breeders — Shigo (Preble Kennel) and Timo (Watchers Kennel) — for a raw conversation about:

• The emotional side of owning and breeding dogs

• The deadly risk of Parvo that can wipe out a whole kennel

• Scams involving fake bloodlines and dyed dogs

• Why breeding is more science than luck

• The difference between pet, breeding and show quality dogs

• Why raw feeding produces stronger dogs

• How much proper dogs actually cost in Nigeria

• The rise of Pet HMOs and pet taxis

This episode changes how you see dogs and the business around them.

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In this episode of Sound Mind Podcast, Tolu Afilaka sits with his mentor, Dr. Damola Adegboye — seasoned MC, comedian, and newly minted doctorate holder.

Dr. Damola shares the focus of his PhD research on the complex relationship between Nigeria and South Africa — the competition, the cooperation, the historical context, and why tension continues to exist despite deep ties.

He also breaks down a powerful framework for national development, what he calls the four legs every serious nation must stand on:

• Strong institutions that are bigger than individuals
• Clear consequences for actions and inactions
• Responsive and proactive leadership
• Responsible followership

Beyond politics and research, he opens up about life on the stage — emotional intelligence, diplomacy with difficult clients, learning from younger people, running an initiative that celebrates public school students, and mentoring the next generation of MCs.

This is a rich, grounded, and insightful conversation that moves between comedy, academia, and nation-building.

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In this soul-lifting conversation, IDY Archibong sits with Tolu Afilaka to share her journey of faith — from Covenant University and the Methodist church, to moving alone to the UK, and learning how to stay spiritually alive in a new environment.

She opens up about:

• What campus life and COVID were really like for her
• How she found a deeper hunger for God
• Practical ways she stayed consistent with prayer and community in the UK
• Why she never planned to build a large following
• The Bible characters that have shaped her walk
• Honest advice for anyone who feels lost or has backslidden

This is a calm, honest, and deeply encouraging episode for anyone trying to stay close to God while building their life.

Listen and be strengthened.

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Millions know Love Abolade for her voice, but few know the story behind it.

In this episode of the Sound Minds Podcast, Tolu Afilaka sits down with worship minister Love Abolade for an honest conversation about faith, purpose, discipline, and the unseen journey behind public ministry.

Love shares how she encountered God at university, why she spent hours in prayer, what shaped her approach to worship, and why she believes excellence is an act of worship.

She also discusses why she doesn't listen to Afrobeats for entertainment, the lessons she learnt from studying Beyoncé's preparation for Coachella, whether churches should pay music ministers, and the biggest lessons she's learnt from Pastor Emmanuel Iren.

Whether you're a creative, entrepreneur, leader, or someone seeking a deeper walk with God, this conversation offers practical wisdom on purpose, excellence, and staying grounded in your faith.

• How encountering God changed her life
• Why she prayed through the night as a student
• The discipline behind worship ministry
• Why she doesn't listen to Afrobeats
• What Beyoncé taught her about excellence
• Should churches pay music ministers?
• The importance of purpose over ambition
• Lessons from Pastor Emmanuel Iren
• Why her greatest desire is simply to remain close to God

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What does it take to build companies that transform an entire continent?

In this episode of Sound Minds Podcast, Tolu Afilaka sits down with Iyin Aboyeji—Co-founder of Andela and Flutterwave, Founding Partner at Future Africa, and one of Africa's most influential entrepreneurs.

From growing up in a modest home to helping build two billion-dollar companies, Iyin shares the principles that have shaped his life, leadership and entrepreneurial journey.

He explains why ideas are worthless without execution, how he identifies billion-dollar opportunities, why he walked away from companies he helped build, the future of Artificial Intelligence, what investors really look for, and why faith has been the greatest advantage in his life.

This conversation is packed with timeless lessons on entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, purpose and building institutions that outlive their founders.

• How Andela and Flutterwave were built
• Why Iyin says ideas are useless without execution
• The truth about startup funding and venture capital
• How to identify opportunities others ignore
• Why he believes Nigeria is still one of the best places to build
• The future of AI and what founders should prepare for
• Leadership, hiring and building exceptional teams
• Why faith has been his greatest competitive advantage
• Building businesses that solve real problems
• Purpose, legacy and creating lasting impact

Whether you're an entrepreneur, founder, investor, executive, student or simply someone looking to think bigger, this episode offers practical wisdom from one of Africa's foremost business leaders.

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