Peer Mentor Circles

In this 2-part podcast episode, recorded in 2021, we delve into a fascinating conversation with Wale Lawal. Wale is a multi-talented individual, serving as a writer, research and consulting professional, as well as the esteemed Founder and Editor-in-chief of The Republic. This publication is renowned for its exceptional coverage of Africa, shedding light on underreported stories that defy stereotypes, reshape narratives, and foster cross-cultural connections.

Part 1 of the discussion focuses on Wale's upbringing and how his educational background continues to influence his approach to work and the world at large. We gain insights into the formative experiences and values that have shaped his unique perspective.

In Part 2, we delve into the realms of politics, publishing, and Wale's collaborations with writers. We explore the inception of The Republic and gain valuable insights into the journey of establishing and nurturing this groundbreaking platform.

Tune in to this thought-provoking podcast episode as we unravel the life and work of Wale Lawal, a visionary bridging gaps and empowering voices through his extraordinary endeavors at The Republic.

With the aftermath of the last elections and the impending inauguration of Bola Tinubu as Nigeria's next president, the conversation becomes even more relevant, serving as a timely reminder of the immense power of participation in politics and the profound social implications of our choices.

In this 2-part podcast episode, recorded in 2021, we delve into a fascinating conversation with Wale Lawal. Wale is a multi-talented individual, serving as a writer, research and consulting professional, as well as the Founder and Editor-in-chief of The Republic. This publication is renowned for its exceptional coverage of Africa, shedding light on underreported stories that defy stereotypes, reshape narratives, and foster cross-cultural connections.

Part 1 of the discussion focuses on Wale's upbringing and how his educational background continues to influence his approach to work and the world at large. We gain insights into the formative experiences and values that have shaped his unique perspective.

In Part 2, we delve into the realms of politics, publishing, and Wale's collaborations with writers. We explore the inception of The Republic and gain valuable insights into the journey of establishing and nurturing this groundbreaking platform.

Tune in to this thought-provoking podcast episode as we unravel the life and work of Wale Lawal, a visionary bridging gaps and empowering voices through his extraordinary endeavors at The Republic.

With the aftermath of the last elections and the impending inauguration of Bola Tinubu as Nigeria's next president, the conversation becomes even more relevant, serving as a timely reminder of the immense power of participation in politics and the profound social implications of our choices.

In the first episode of this new season, Oreoluwa is joined in the studio by filmmaker, Dare Olaitan for a conversation about the importance of economics in filmmaking. Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Dare studied Economics and Business Management in his undergraduate studies in Illinois Wesleyan College. After deciding that the biggest area for growth in the African Market was located in film production he pivoted to a film directing/screen-writing degree at the Colorado Film School. He has been working in the film industry for six years and is responsible for critically acclaimed films such as Ojukokoro, Knock Out Blessing and most recently, Dwindle. He is the Founder and managing director of Singularity Media LTD.

In this episode of the podcast, we have Valerie who talks us through her journey to self leadership and her various careers in strategy, sustainability and storytelling. 

We discuss what it feels like to have multiple careers, how to integrate sustainability into your business and what it means to make an impact. We also discuss what prioritizing yourself really means and how to live a life worthy of being storied by taking stock of the moments in our lives.

You can connect with Valerie on social at @thevalerieekpo

You can also find out more about her workbooks at @takingstockworkbook

In this episode Rafiat talks is through her career in Communications. Hear about how early development opportunities set her up for success and how her experience with organisational leadership has shaped how she leads her teams. 

We also discuss making mistakes, the importance of really getting to know the people you work with, taking credit for your work, and why competence can make or break your credibility.

In this episode we're joined in the studio by Dare, 1/2 of the Quacktails team. Dare co-founded Quacktails with his sister, Mosun. Quacktails is a mobile bar service operating in Lagos.

Dare walks us through the organic start to the business, the importance of curiosity in creating something that people love, turning down a big opportunity early on, growing faster than you expected (in a pandemic), and building a local supply chain with with other local businesses.

Whether you're familiar with Quacktails or hearing about them for the first time, this is a story you should hear.

Find Quacktails on Instagram: @Quacktails.ng

And on Twitter: @quacktails_ng

In this episode we're joined in the studio by Timi Ajiboye, CEO and COO of BuyCoins, 'BuyCoins_Africa', the foremost platform in Africa that supports buying, selling, and secure storage of Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, USD Coin and USD Tether.

Timi talks about leaving school to explore a different path, starting the company at 24 years old, and the importance of trust, honesty and openness in Leadership. 

The Central Bank of Nigeria recently introduced almost complete restrictions on cryptocurrency-related transactions. This conversation was recorded a few days before the news broke. BuyCoins remains in operation in compliance with regulatory and policy requirements.

In this episode, we are joined by Oyinkan Bello-Edet, a leader in Digital Access. 

Oyinkan shares how she went from law to digital access, influencing without authority, making career changes, demanding excellence and advocating for your team. 

Disclaimer: during this discussion we briefly touch on managing workplace discussions  and comments about sexual orientation. This is a complicated issue in Nigeria where LGBTQ rights are not legally recognised

Join us for the first episode of our Young Leader Series. This month we will be hearing from young people in Leadership positions and learning more about their journey to leadership. 

Our first conversation is with Funlola, 31, Head of Strategy in a Bank.

In this episode we discuss, readiness for leadership, leading with compassion and empathy, embracing a softer style of leadership and being authentic at work.

On this episode we have Human Resources Expert, Isioma Coker