Episodes
UNESCO estimates that out of the total population of students enrolled in education globally, more than 89% are currently out of school because of COVID-19 closures. This represents 1.54 billion children and youth enrolled in school or university. In this episode of I Am Change Podcast, Korede Azeez talks with Amina Abubakar about how Nigeria's education sector might suffer or thrive as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Amina is the Coordinator of FlexiSAF Foundation. FlexiSAF Foundation...
Published 04/23/20
UNESCO estimates that out of the total population of students enrolled in education globally, more than 89% are currently out of school because of COVID-19 closures. This represents 1.54 billion children and youth enrolled in school or university. In this episode of I Am Change Podcast, Korede Azeez talks with Amina Abubakar about how Nigeria's education sector might suffer or thrive as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Amina is the Coordinator of FlexiSAF Foundation. FlexiSAF Foundation...
Published 04/22/20
In this episode of I Am Change Podcast, Korede Azeez takes a look at past pandemics and how they ended.   What lessons did we learn from the past? How are we better prepared to deal with pandemics of this scale?   We talk with Dr Nd Esther and Dr Rabiat Rufai about how the COVID-19 pandemic might end in Nigeria and the rest of the world, what unique factors might prevent Nigeria from ending the pandemic soon, and what we need to do better as a nation.   Follow @iac_podcast on Twitter and...
Published 04/15/20
In this episode of I Am Change Podcast, Korede Azeez takes a look at past pandemics and how they ended.   What lessons did we learn from the past? How are we better prepared to deal with pandemics of this scale?   We talk with Dr Nd Esther and Dr Rabiat Rufai about how the COVID-19 pandemic might end in Nigeria and the rest of the world, what unique factors might prevent Nigeria from ending the pandemic soon, and what we need to do better as a nation.   Follow @iac_podcast on Twitter...
Published 04/15/20
In this episode of I Am Change Podcast, Korede Azeez talks with an HR professional, Ejiroghene Noserime, about how the COVID-19 pandemic might change the way we work in Nigeria. Who has suffered most as a result of the lockdown?Who is thriving?How have organizations adjusted? Find answers to these questions and more in this episode. Follow @iac_podcast on Twitter and @iamchangepodcast on InstagramFind out more about our organization when you visit www.iamchange.org.ng Music in this episode...
Published 04/08/20
In this episode of I Am Change Podcast, Korede Azeez talks with an HR professional, Ejiroghene Noserime, about how the COVID-19 pandemic might change the way we work in Nigeria. Who has suffered most as a result of the lockdown? Who is thriving? How have organizations adjusted? Find answers to these questions and more in this episode. Follow @iac_podcast on Twitter and @iamchangepodcast on Instagram Find out more about our organization when you visit www.iamchange.org.ng Music in this...
Published 04/08/20
The humanitarian sector in Nigeria has evolved over the years, making huge impact on citizens and improving societal wellbeing, while also aiding the growth and development of the nation through the different social intervention schemes car-ried out by state and non-state actors. It is on record that the sector holds huge potential for socio economic transforma-tion, but the Nigerian government before now has not been able to harness the sectoral opportunities due to poor coordi-nation and...
Published 01/08/20
The humanitarian sector in Nigeria has evolved over the years, making huge impact on citizens and improving societal well being, while also aiding the growth and development of the nation through the different social intervention schemes car- ried out by state and non-state actors. It is on record that the sector holds huge potential for socio economic transformation, but the Nigerian government before now has not been able to harness the sectoral opportunities due to poor...
Published 01/08/20
"Nigeria's borders with neighboring country Benin Republic and Niger were shut from August 20, 2019, it is imperative to close the borders in other to stop the smuggling of goods and illegal commercial activities" Stay tune and listen to our Guests Mr Gambo Haruna and Mr Kleisant Akor as the share their Synonymous opinions on this issue.
Published 11/22/19
On the 1st day of the Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit ( NDIS) November 6th -7th 2019. Themed: Leveraging Diaspora Resources for Economic Growth. This Summit target Investments from Nigerians in Diaspora as a strategy for growing the Economy. Listen to Prof.Charles Soludu Former CBN Governor and other Guest Speakers, Organisers, Investors and Participants talk about thier expectations on the Summit...
Published 11/18/19
On the 1st day of the Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit ( NDIS) November 6th -7th 2019. Themed: Leveraging Diaspora Resources for Economic Growth. This Summit target Investments from Nigerians in Diaspora as a strategy for growing the Economy. Listen to Prof.Charles Soludu Former CBN Governor and other Guest Speakers, Organisers, Investors and Participants talk about thier expectations on the Summit...
Published 11/18/19
On the 1st day of the Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit ( NDIS) November 6th -7th 2019. Themed: Leveraging Diaspora Resources for Economic Growth. This Summit target Investments from Nigerians in Diaspora as a strategy for growing the Economy. Listen to Prof.Charles Soludu Former CBN Governor and other Guest Speakers, Organisers, Investors and Participants talk about thier expectations on the Summit...
Published 11/18/19
The Nigerians In Diaspora Commission Is Set To Host The Second Investment Summit With The Theme Leveraging Diaspora Resources For Economic Growth This Summit Targets Investments From Nigerians Outside The Countryas A Strategy For Growing The Economy. Our Guests Are Dr Badewa Williams And Marie David, Organisers Of The Summit. They Tell Us What This Years Summit Entails
Published 11/01/19
The Nigerians In Diaspora Commission Is Set To Host The Second Investment Summit With The Theme Leveraging Diaspora Resources For Economic GrowthThis Summit Targets Investments From Nigerians Outside The Country as A Strategy For Growing The Economy.Our Guests Are Dr Badewa Williams And Marie David, Organizers Of The Summit. They Tell Us What This Years Summit Entails
Published 11/01/19
Since 2012,11th October has been marked as the International Day of the Girl-child, recently the world marked the Day of the Girl-child with the Theme Girlforce: Unscripted and Unstoppable.In this edition our Guest is Hajia Rukkaya Ayuba Adamu CEO,Kallabi Magazine; she shares her opinion on the right of the Girl-child to Education in Northern Nigeria she gives reasons why the Girl-child roles should not be relegated to the household.
Published 10/24/19
Since 2012,11th October has been marked as the International Day of the Girl-child, recently the world marked the Day of the Girl-child with the Theme Girlforce: Unscripted and Unstoppable.In this edition our Guest is Hajia Rukkaya Ayuba Adamu CEO,Kallabi Magazine; she shares her opinion on the right of the Girl-child to Education in Northern Nigeria she gives reasons why the Girl-child roles should not be relegated to the household.
Published 10/24/19
Sex For Grades… Is a Trending Topic Among Nigerians, It Is Prompted By BBC Undercover Investigative Report, Which Has Exposed The Phenomenon Of Sexual Harassment In West African Universities.Our Guest In This Edition Is Mrs Rose Philip Unimi, Founder Of Najeel Foundation; She Shares Her Opinion On This Trending Conversation.
Published 10/16/19
HOW TO START TO AND GROW BUSINESS IN NIGERIA Part 2 With The Increasing Rate Of Unemployment, Starting Up A Business Is The Wisest Journey To Embark On. Startup Businesses Are Coming Up Everywhere Across The Nation. Nigeria Has The Largest Start Ups In Africa As The Ecosystem Is Becoming More And More Open To Investment. This Podcast Edition Gives A Basic Guide To Starting And Growing A Profitable Lucrative Business In Nigeria. Our Guest Is Dr Cally Cussons, An Iconoclast, Business Coach And...
Published 09/25/19
Empathy Seem To Be A Missing Culture In Nigeria, majority Of The challenges faced In The country can Be linked To lack Of empathy. inhumanity has gradually replaced Compassion. In This Edition Of I Am Change Podcast, Judith Pierce, An Emotional Intelligence Practitioner and Strategic Thinker Talks About Empathy, a component Of Emotional Intelligence, It’s Role In Our Society and How Important It Is to Develop Empathy
Published 09/18/19
The Recent Spate Of Attacks In Johannesburg, South Africa's Commercial Capital Is Worrisome.Vehicles Are Being Burnt And Shops Looted, Many Of Which Are Owned By Foreign Nationals.Some South African Officials Have Blamed Criminality While Others Are Of The View That Xenophobia Is In Play.Nigerian’s Are Alleging That Their Businesses Are Being Targeted. Our Guest Is Mbasekei Martin Obono, A Legal Practitioner And Rights Activist…And Xenophobia Is In Focus On Our Discussion.
Published 09/12/19
With The Increasing Rate Of Unemployment, Starting Up A Business Is The Wisest Journey To Embark On. Startup Businesses Are Coming Up Everywhere Across The Nation. Nigeria Has The Largest Start Ups In Africa As The Ecosystem Is Becoming More And More Open To Investment. This Podcast Edition Gives A Basic Guide To Starting And Growing A Profitable Lucrative Business In Nigeria. Our Guest Is Dr Cally Cussons, An Iconoclast, Business Coach And Mentor …..
Published 09/04/19
More Than Five Per Cent Of The World's Population Are Carriers Sickle Cell Anemia. In Nigeria, About One Hundred And Fifty Thousand Babies Are Born With The Sickle Cell Disorder Annually Making Nigeria The Country With The Highest Burden Of Sickle Cell Disorder In The WorldThis Edition Of I Am Change Podcast Looks At Sickle Cell Anemia And How To Manage It. Our Guest, Mr Hafeez Adeyemi , Is A Creative Director At Epitome Studios, A Filmmaker And Entrepreneur. Mr Hafeez Is A Sickle Cell...
Published 08/28/19
Discrimination Against People With Learning Disabilities And Misconceptions About Their Lives Is Still Widespread In Nigeria Despite The Awareness That Is Being Created It Is Estimated That Two Out Of Hundred People Has A Learning Disorder Ranging From Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome And Lots More. However, There Are Growing Concerns That Majority Of These Persons Suffer Stigma And Are Relegated To The Background; This Podcast Edition Focuses On These Special Individuals, Their...
Published 08/21/19
Tensions Are Running High Over The Arrest and Detention Of Omoleye Sowore, The Convener Of The Coalition For Revolution And The Former Presidential Candidate Of The African Action Congress In The Just Concluded 2019 General Election. He Was Arrested On The 3rd Of August 2019, By The Department Of State Services, Over His Planned #Revolutionnow Protest Which Has Sparked A, Lot Of Agitations. The Former Presidential Candidate Says The Revolution Is To Liberate Nigeria From, Mal-Administration,...
Published 08/14/19
Depression They Say Is The Mother Of Suicide. According To The World Health Organization By The Year 2030 Depression Will Be The Worlds Deadliest Killer. In Nigeria, There Are About 7 Million Sufferers Of Depression; Eight Hundred Thousand Die By Suicide Making Nigeria Top The List Of Suicide Prone Countries In Africa. In This Edition Of I Am Change Podcast, Judith Pearce, An Emotional Intelligence Practitioner And Strategic Thinker Bridges The Missing Link, Between Depression And Suicide, As...
Published 08/08/19