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Diaries of an IJGB

Diaries of an IJGB

By Tofunmi Ilori

DIJGB chronicles the practicalities of living one's best life as a recent returnee to Nigeria. The podcast aims to explore the quirks of this journey through conversations about reuniting with family and friends, daily joys and frustrations, dating, career, finances and everything in-between.
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So you want to Japa

Diaries of an IJGBMar 22, 2024

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So you want to Japa

So you want to Japa


Nathaniel shares his "Japa" story in this episode. If you plan to Japa, you will want to hear the advice he shares in the end!


Mar 22, 202432:16
GREEN PRIVILEGE

GREEN PRIVILEGE

You have heard about pretty privilege and white privilege, let's talk about Green privilege. On this episode, I explore responsibilities that come with being a Nigerian immigrant. This green passport sha!!

Oct 20, 202325:20
Diaries of a Nigerian Creative.

Diaries of a Nigerian Creative.

Ranti and I talk about the best and worst things about being creatives in Nigeria.

Aug 25, 202327:08
Happiness 101

Happiness 101

Lets talk about how to be happy.

Aug 11, 202319:28
Welcome to Lagos!

Welcome to Lagos!

The city that never sleeps! George and I discuss moving to Lagos: the ups, downs and all the "craziness" in between.

Jul 28, 202331:55
I am disappointed!

I am disappointed!

The first episode of the second season! This episode explores the reality of disappointment as a staple of adulthood and highlights the encouraging truth - you are not alone.

Jul 14, 202319:40
The truth about Nigeria's election!

The truth about Nigeria's election!

On this episode, I bring on two people on opposing sides of the election. Not to argue, but to share the truth, from their POV.

Apr 13, 202301:31:20
Q&A with me

Q&A with me

In this final episode of the season, I answer questions from you! 

Dec 26, 202221:31
Hustlepreneur

Hustlepreneur

My best friend joins me again as we discuss the pros and cons of being a "Hustlepreneur" - Hustler +Entrepreneur - in Nigeria.

Dec 09, 202231:51
The hardest part

The hardest part

Living in Nigeria can be exciting but difficult. In this episode, I share some of the difficulties I have faced since I moved back home.

Oct 08, 202218:07
For the love of Nigerian men

For the love of Nigerian men

It's time to show our men some love!! Join my best best friend and me as we share our favourite things about Nigerian men.

Jun 17, 202228:43
Anxiety

Anxiety

Anxiety

/aŋˈzʌɪəti/ - a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

"Nigeria is a source of anxiety"

Apr 07, 202222:16
Law and Disorder

Law and Disorder

Imagine attending law school in Nigeria! My guests have all the tea and it is quite "disorderly"

Feb 11, 202243:11
Where did my money go?

Where did my money go?

Sometimes we overestimate the dollar!!!!

Dec 03, 202121:47
IJGB versus JJC

IJGB versus JJC

My friend, Nike, and I talk about how to stay smart after moving back home. Moving back home means that you have to learn how to work in a new environment, and on this episode, we give you great pointers plus some tea!

Nov 13, 202144:53
It's the nostalgia for me!

It's the nostalgia for me!

When I am inside, I miss outside and when I am outside, I miss inside! Maryam and I talk about all the things we miss on this episode.

Oct 28, 202127:25
5 things I wish someone told me

5 things I wish someone told me

The first week back home is probably the hardest. The tips from this episode sure would have helped!

Oct 14, 202121:47