In this episode, Musa dives into Nigeria’s solar power paradox—237.3 billion watts of solar panel imports vs. 75.6 billion watts of electricity exports. With unreliable power and rising costs, why is self-generation still the best option for Nigerians? Sources:

• Nigeria imports N237.3bn solar panels, exports 75.6bn electricity in 3 months - Daily Trust
  

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In this episode, Musa examines Nigeria’s trade surge to 36.6T Naira (+68.3%), a 12.7% USD drop, reduced imports from local refining, falling equities, spiking rates, and a $260M CBN boost to stabilize the Naira. Opportunities emerge as costs climb.Sources:

• https://mcusercontent.com/3c93a86e5e30d5a65db2828c4/files/579e323d-9dc0-4e3e-ac9f-1a073e109f05/Weekly_Report_14_March_2025.01.pdf

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In this episode, Musa dives into Nigeria’s Q4 2024 trade boom—₦6.6 trillion total trade, a 68.3% YoY surge! Oil leads exports (₦13.78T), while agriculture soars 202%. Imports jump 83.2% to ₦16.59T, with China and India as top sources. What does this mean for the Naira and economy?Sources:

• https://nairametrics.com/2025/03/08/nigerias-foreign-trade-surges-to-n36-6-trillion-in-q4-2024-nbs/

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In this episode, Musa dives into Nigeria's $25 billion creative boom, sparked by the National Theatre’s revamp. Nollywood, Afrobeats, and more promise jobs and investment, despite infrastructure hurdles.

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• https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2025/03/07/cardoso-national-theatre-catalyst-to-unlocking-25bn-potential-in-creative-industry/

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In this episode, Drounz unpacks a shocking Bluetooth vulnerability in the ESP32 chip, putting over a billion devices at risk, while Musa breaks down Nigeria’s massive 6 trillion naira fuel import bill and its economic impact. Tune in for expert insights on these pressing issues!Sources:

• https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/undocumented-commands-found-in-bluetooth-chip-used-by-a-billion-devices/
• https://punchng.com/marketers-worry-as-five-month-fuel-imports-hit-n6tn/

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In this episode, David uncovers a $635,000 Taylor Swift ticket heist by hackers, while Musa unpacks the latest Weekly Economic & Market Update—U.S. jobs falter (+151,000, 4.1% unemployment), Eurozone inflation dips (2.4%), and markets waver (S&P 500 -3.6%, SSE +1.6%) as Nigeria’s naira weakens. Sources:

• Cybercrime 'crew' stole $635,000 in Taylor Swift concert tickets
• https://mcusercontent.com/3c93a86e5e30d5a65db2828c4/files/36bfabac-fa13-3797-0b9d-73b5c5fd75ad/Weekly_Report_for_Week_Ended_7th_March_2025.01.pdf

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In this episode, Drounz talks Trump’s bold crypto move—unveiling a U.S. Bitcoin reserve and his “never sell” stance. Meanwhile, MUSA explores the economics of the AfCFTA, breaking down its potential to transform African trade. Tune in for two big ideas shaking up the world!Sources:Crypto leaders meet at Trump's summit with strategic reserve in focus | Reuters https://au.int/sites/default/files/treaties/36437-treaty-consolidated_text_on_cfta_-_en.pdf & The African Continental Free Trade AreaDavid Twitter Account: @D_rounzAI transcription and podcast creation: https://pllugg.com/    Extra Links :⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatspodcasting.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠        ⁠⁠⁠https://thebuildersnotes.vzy.io/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thebuildersnotes.vzy.io/⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, David covers Nigeria's shift to contactless payments with MoneyPoint and Afrigo, while Musa explores the booming ₦7.7 trillion halal economy and its Saudi partnership. Tune in to the Musk Podcasting Evening Dew for more!

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• Moniepoint partners with AfriGO to introduce five million contactless cards
• Nigeria, Saudi Arabia sign pact to on $7.7tr halal economy - The Nation Newspaper

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In this episode, David talks about the AI Phone Revolution, as Perplexity teams up with a Dutch telecom to launch an advanced AI-powered phone by 2026. Musa explores Nigeria’s $200M Creative Economy Fund, set to create millions of jobs and boost industries like film, music, and fashion.

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• Deutsche Telekom and Perplexity announce new 'AI Phone' priced at under $1K | TechCrunch

• Fed Govt to begin disbursement of creative economy’s $200m fund - The Nation Newspaper

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In this episode, David dives into Lenovo’s Yoga Solar PC, a laptop that charges in the sun! Game changer or just hype? Meanwhile, Musa explores MTN Nigeria’s 2024 financials, where a 35.9% revenue surge couldn’t prevent losses from the Naira’s devaluation.Sources:

• https://www.techradar.com/computing/laptops/lenovos-solar-powered-yoga-concept-laptop-is-such-a-good-idea-im-frankly-shocked-nobodys-done-it-already
• https://nairametrics.com/2025/02/28/mtn-nigeria-records-n400-4-billion-loss-after-tax-in-2024-despite-revenue-growth/

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