Lost Lagosians: Recent Episodes

Brodda Mike

Each week Brodda Mike discusses diaspora topics covering his and his guests experiences and trending topics and challenges of living in diaspora, current affairs and all things Africa...

Isreal, Palestine and Iran! The recent trifecta wars that have caused the world to stand still! Wars have been a persistent part of human experience since the earliest civilizations, evolving from tribal conflicts over resources to complex geopolitical struggles involving cyber warfare, proxy conflicts, and nuclear threats.

• The earliest recorded wars began over basic survival needs like access to water and food
• Ancient civilizations like the Sumerians, Egyptians, and Assyrians developed increasingly sophisticated military capabilities
• The Battle of Kadesh in 1274 BC produced the first documented peace treaty in history
• Technological developments from swords to gunpowder to nuclear weapons have continuously transformed warfare
• The current Israel-Iran conflict represents a dangerous flashpoint with potential global implications
• America's involvement stems from strategic interests in Middle Eastern oil, regional influence, and alliances
• Modern warfare has expanded beyond traditional battlefields into cyber domains and information operations
• The greatest suffering in war consistently falls on civilians rather than military or political leaders
• Ongoing regional conflicts risk escalation into larger confrontations through miscalculation or provocation
• Peace requires honest conversations about the underlying causes of conflict including greed, nationalism, and control

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We dive deep into the rise and fall of Diezani Alison-Madueke, Nigeria's former Minister of Petroleum Resources whose story transformed from celebrated trailblazer to the face of one of Nigeria's biggest corruption scandals.

• Born in Port Harcourt in 1960, Diezani pursued architecture at Howard University and earned an MBA from Cambridge
• Broke barriers as Shell's first female executive director in Nigeria before entering government service in 2007
• Appointed as Nigeria's Petroleum Resources Minister in 2010 and became OPEC's first female president in 2014
• Faced allegations of $20 billion in missing oil revenue under her watch at NNPC
• Reports emerged of lavish spending including a $50 million New York apartment and $80 million yacht
• Arrested in London in 2015 on suspicion of bribery and corruption
• EFCC seized over 80 properties worth approximately $153 million
• Her recent interview with Chude Jideonwo backfired, seen as an attempt at image rehabilitation without accountability
• International authorities in UK, US and Nigeria continue investigations and asset recovery efforts
• Case highlights systemic weaknesses in Nigeria's governance and the urgent need for transparency reforms

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Baba Kay shares his inspiring journey into radio broadcasting, revealing how persistence and unexpected connections helped him overcome numerous rejections to fulfill his dream of becoming a Pidgin English broadcaster at Wazobia FM.

• Battling skepticism when applying to study Theater Arts due to his physical disability
• Completing his degree despite being told it would be impossible
• Struggling to find consistent work in Nollywood despite appearing in "I Need To Know"
• Sending his CV to Wazobia FM continuously for seven years without response
• Finally getting his breakthrough through unexpected connections with Egos and Nedu
• Succeeding in an impromptu interview by translating English news to Pidgin on the spot
• Recognizing the pattern of connections that led to his dream job

Never give up on your dreams. All your dreams are valid. Follow us on all our social media platforms and stream every episode on all streaming platforms. Remember, that matter does not matter until it begins to matter.

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Physical disabilities can be debilitating especially in a Country like Nigeria!

Brother K shares the continuation of his life story as a physically challenged man, recounting his journey from childhood bullying to self-acceptance and personal growth despite living with polio.

• Enduring years of mockery and bullying from neighborhood children who would sing behind him and push him while walking to school
• Standing up to his tormentors by fighting back against a boy who pushed him, using his polio-affected leg in a way that shocked everyone
• Learning independence through his parents' tough approach, which required him to do all household chores despite his disability
• Searching desperately for healing at numerous religious crusades and prayer meetings
• Attending Reinhard Bonke's massive crusade in Lagos, walking miles with his wooden crutches only to leave disappointed
• Making the life-changing decision to accept himself and stop chasing miracles
• Discovering his talents and strengths while learning to cope with his situation
• Finding that hope is essential but must be directed toward realistic goals

Hope is the currency we spend for tomorrow, and any man that has hope has a future. The matter does not matter until it begins to matter.

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What happens when life throws you a curveball before you even understand the game? In this deeply personal episode, I peel back the layers of my life story. Polio is an illness caused by a virus that mainly affects nerves in the spinal cord or brain stem. In its most severe form, polio can lead to a person being unable to move certain limbs, also called paralysis. It can also lead to trouble breathing and sometimes death. The disease also is called poliomyelitis. My story demonstrates that while all difficult situations aren't created equal, our response to them shapes who we become. This episode is just part one of my journey.

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Nigeria's premier music award show, The Headies, has fallen from its glory days of cultural significance to becoming increasingly irrelevant as major artists boycott the ceremony and fans lose interest. We explore the decline from the golden era of 2012-2015 to recent failures, analyzing what went wrong and how the award show might redeem itself.

• Poor organization, lack of transparency, and credibility issues have driven away top talent
• Moving the ceremony from Nigeria to Atlanta and Las Vegas alienated fans and created logistical nightmares
• Absence of collaboration with PR firms and resistance to modernization has stunted growth
• The decline reflects broader Nigerian entertainment industry problems with structure and standards
• Solutions include returning to Nigeria, improving transparency, investing in production quality, and embracing collaboration
• Both organizers and artists share responsibility for rebuilding the platform's reputation

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What are the social cultural perceptions surrounding counselling and therapy for Nigerians in general? How do Nigerians grief, burial traditions of Nigerians and how do Nigerian cultures bury their dead loved ones? In this Episode, BabaKay gets personal, describing how to grief, manage fear and deal with loss, especially in the Igbo Community. How do Igbos bury their dead compared to Yoruba tribe bury their dead and how the Hausa tribe bury their dead in Nigeria.

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Skales, the Nigerian Afrobeats artist, has been active both personally and professionally in recent times. His music, Shake Body is very popular and has gained international wide spread global attention of late.

Recently, in September 2024, he signed a significant deal with Sony Music Publishing, marking a new chapter in his career and aiming to expand his global reach.

In October 2024, Skales performed at Felabration 2024, an annual music festival in Lagos honoring Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti.

As of April 2025, Skales continues to be active in the music scene and vocal on social issues in Nigeria.

In this episode, we explore why his music is making a comeback despite many saying that Whizkid, Olamide, Davido and the likes have blown past Skales. The narrative is being re-written with his song, Shake Body.

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Why do Nigerian Marriages fail? 2Face Idibia has officially filed for Divorce from Annie and Edo State's Natasha has added Idibia to her last Name. In this episode, Baba Kay discusses why Nigerian Marriages fail and some reasons that Marriages fail includes a variety of reasons, and the causes often depend on individual circumstances. However, some common reasons include:

Poor Communication
Lack of honest and open communication leads to misunderstandings and resentment.
Avoiding difficult conversations can cause unresolved issues to pile up.
Lack of Emotional or Physical Intimacy
Partners may drift apart emotionally or physically, leading to dissatisfaction.
A lack of affection or emotional connection can create distance.
Unrealistic Expectations
Entering a marriage with unrealistic expectations about love, roles, or lifestyle can lead to disappointment.
Expecting a partner to "complete" you instead of complementing you can cause strain.
Financial Problems
Money issues, such as debt, spending habits, or financial instability, can create stress.
Disagreements on financial priorities and responsibilities can lead to conflict.
Infidelity and Trust Issues
Cheating (emotional or physical) can break trust and be difficult to recover from.
Other forms of dishonesty, like hiding finances or lying, can also erode trust.
Lack of Effort and Growing Apart
Over time, some couples stop putting in effort to nurture their relationship.
Different goals, interests, or values can cause them to grow apart.
External Influences (Family, Friends, Society)
In-laws or friends interfering in the marriage can create tension.
Societal pressure or cultural differences can strain relationships.
Incompatibility and Personality Clashes
Differences in values, lifestyle, or long-term goals can cause ongoing friction.
Some personalities naturally clash, making conflict resolution difficult.
Unresolved Conflicts and Resentment
Constant arguing or inability to resolve conflicts healthily can lead to emotional exhaustion.
Resentment builds when problems are ignored or suppressed.
Lack of Shared Vision for the Future
Different desires for children, career paths, or life goals can lead to major conflicts.
If partners stop growing together, they may feel like they are living separate lives.

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The age-old question dividing Nigeria's Christian community has resurfaced with new intensity: should gospel artists be paid for church performances? This raw and unfiltered conversation tackles the uncomfortable tension between ministry and marketplace in gospel music.

Many church leaders argue that true worship shouldn't come with a price tag, quoting scripture and tradition to justify why gospel musicians should perform freely "for God's glory." Meanwhile, artists struggle with real-world expenses—paying band members, buying equipment, supporting families—while being told their reward awaits in heaven.

The hypocrisy becomes evident when examining how churches treat foreign gospel artists versus local talent. The same institution that books flights and luxury accommodations for international Christian musicians often expects Nigerian artists to minister without compensation. This painful double standard has pushed countless talented musicians away from gospel music entirely.

Through personal experiences of forming a gospel group in the 90s—sometimes having to sing in public buses just to get fare money home after ministering—we explore how lack of support impacts talented individuals. The global perspective reveals striking differences: South African churches legally must pay musicians, American churches regularly compensate gospel performers, while Nigerian artists face spiritual guilt-tripping for expecting payment.

Finding balance requires churches to establish fair payment structures while artists maintain perspective about their calling. As we navigate this conversation, one truth emerges: if we truly value excellence in worship, we must also value (and compensate) those who create it. Excellence isn't free—and neither is the electric worship experience that transforms Sunday services.

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Senator Natasha Hadiza Akpoti-Uduaghan, born on December 9, 1979, is a Nigerian lawyer, social entrepreneur, and politician representing Kogi Central Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly since 2023. She is notably the first elected female senator from Kogi State. Akpoti-Uduaghan gained prominence through her advocacy for the revival of the Ajaokuta Steel Mill and her commitment to industrialization in Nigeria.

In March 2025, Akpoti-Uduaghan accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment. Subsequently, she faced a six-month suspension from the Senate, officially cited for violations of Senate Standing Rules. This suspension has sparked national and international debates, with women’s rights groups condemning the action and organizing protests under the banner “We are all Natasha.” Akpoti-Uduaghan has challenged the suspension’s legality, asserting it as an attempt to silence her and an assault on democracy.

The situation has drawn attention to issues of gender inequality within Nigerian politics, where female representation remains significantly low. The controversy continues to unfold, highlighting the challenges faced by women in leadership positions in Nigeria.

In this episode, Babah Kay describes the implications of her suspension on Injustice to women all across Nigeria and the effect of women in politics in Nigeria.

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In this episode, Brodda Mike recants his ordeal with loosing and finding back his iphone, travel tips, staying safe in Nigeria and how to use rideshare and Uber in Lagos or Abuja: these safety tips is sure to apply to anyone traveling to Nigeria or any other african country

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Hunger, scarcity, poverty and food shortage strikes all across Nigeria as Brodda Mike narrates his ordeal with fellow Nigerians who have resorted to waiting by restaurants and bukka's to help finish meals for patronizing customers. We discuss Nigeria's food insecurity Epidemic and food scarcity/food shortage in Lagos, Abuja and all across Nigeria

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In this episode Brodda Mike shares his ordeal catching a Uber in Lagos and running into the hands of Nigerian police thieves, and shares valuable tips on how to stay safe in Nigeria when visiting and using ride-share platforms like Uber, Lift, Bolt, etc. We also discuss how to recover a lost or stolen phone, Iphone, Andriods and other devices when driving around in Lagos or Abuja Nigeria.

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On Todays Battabox podcast, we answer the age old question.... do you really hate your in-laws? Or do you just love them regardless? In this episode we discuss how to navigate loving your inlaws and manage a happy home. We discuss why It is really OK not to like your in-laws, especially if they do not seem to understand your needs. It’s important that you work out a way to have them in your life that doesn’t send you to a place of despair. Thanks for listening... visit our website at https://www.battabox.com

This week, we discuss why Smart Women would choose to stay in toxic relationships, but for the long game... but is it worth the risks?

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As a follow up to our episode on Nigerian culture, we describe how to handle infidelity in the home and how to navigate the infidelity , cheating, culture in Nigeria.

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In this Episode, Brodda Mike replays his ordeal at the US Embassy in Lagos, Nigeria and how to get an American Visa from Nigeria.

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Most Obidients claim that the current Nigerian president is an idiot but could Peter Obi have done better if he were elected? Nigerians are suffering just one year into the presidency of Bola Tinubu with food insecurity, fuel subsidy removal but were Peter Obi elected would he make things better in improving security, solving insecurity and making the right economic decision for Nigeria amidst the ongoing Naira devaluation?

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Why do people hate Nigerians so much? In another fun filled episode of the battabox podcast, we discuss what happens what happens when Nigerians are taken advantage of and are all Nigerians really that bad? What it feels like to be a Naija/Nigerian and how to deal with racism or aggression as a Nigerian. Enjoy

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In this episode, we discuss the differences between the Igbo Woman and the Yoruba Woman.

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Why do new year resolutions never stick? In this episode, Brodda Mike discusses how to make your new year resolution last longer and the way to make sure that you are setting correct new year objectives. For more details on how to make your new year resolution stick: New Year Resolution: Why It Never Sticks (battabox.com)

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As Nigerians at home continues to struggle financially, economically and in some cases, to make ends meet, we examine the politics of the day, and the presidency of Bola Ahmed Tinubu and how only those who know how can survive in Nigeria. We also discuss why Japa or migrating out of Naija might be a bad idea

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How to be in a relationship with someone older than you and dealing with older Nigerian men

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Nigerian Music Industry and Misogyny

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Today we discuss why Love is for fools, how to get your heart stolen or broken and how to not love. Topics covered include, errotic romantic love and dating, marriage and singleness and how to avoid heartbreaks and improve your marital bliss. Enjoy

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How to identify a good friend vs a best friend. What are the traits of a good friend and how to identify a friend for keeps. In this episode we discuss all this and more... apply here to become Adeola's friend? The Ultimate Friends checklist - BattaBox

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In this episode, we discuss the 2024 Grammy's and the nominees for the Best African Performance are
"Amapiano,” ASAKE & Olamide
“City Boys,” Burna Boy
“UNAVAILABLE,” Davido feat. Musa Keys
“Rush,” Ayra Starr
“Water,” Tyla.We also discuss the level of disrespect Nigerian Afrobeats artists are dealt with every time they perform on stage.

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In this episode we discuss how to overcome hurdles while living abroad and dealing with racism against Nigerians

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In every relationship, there are bound to be arguments over finances and splitting the responsibilities and bills. Today we discuss how to not overpay, over-spend and finding the balance between spending equally.

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Racism is very common outside of Nigeria we have our own internal problems too but in this episode we discuss how to address racism when outside of Nigeria.

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Education and the costs of Higher Education is making many question the benefits of Education to Africans. In the episode, Brodda Mike discusses the side effects and disadvantages of Education. Watch full video on BattaBox YouTube channel.

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Folu Storm, one of Nigeria's rising Media personality, tells all about her journey in Nollywood, surviving the Nigerian Media and entertainment industry and living in Lekki, Lagos. Colorism, Colourism, blackness and overcoming bias in Nollywood as an Artist, Actress or actor.

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In this episode we wanted to thank our loyal listeners, thank you for following and supporting Battabox.

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Meditation is the act of thinking deeply or focus one's mind for a period of time, in silence or with the aid of chanting, for religious or spiritual purposes or as a method of relaxation. Why do Nigerians not meditate? How to Meditate? How to overcome the hurdles to meditation. Our guest today is a friend of the Show, Ade. This is a conversation you dont want to miss.

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Today we discuss Infidelity, what is it, how to combat it, and how to know if your husband or boyfriend or spouse is cheating on you.

cheatinghusband, #cheatingboyfriend, #yourown life,

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Our guest today got at loan at 50% from the bank to start her business and we discuss How to start a small business in Lagos Nigeria at a young age and overcoming business fears

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Dealing with ADHD in Nigeria and the cultural perception of ADHD is one that the society in Nigeria is unable to process and handle, leaving Nigerians with questions like what is ADHD symptoms, ADHD tests, ADD meaning, and how do you know if you have ADHD, medical tests for ADHD and how to diagnose ADHD in children and how to diagnose ADHD in adults to mention but a few. This week we interview an overcomer of ADHD and discuss how to combat the illness especially in Nigeria, Africa and other third world countries where ADHD is less prevalent.

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ADHD and additions in Nigeria is a menace to the society that if untreated can be very destructive. On this episode we discuss how to address ADHD and addictions in Nigeria abd Africa at large

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We discuss the fall out from the 2023 Presidention Election in Nigeria. This episode was pre-recorded.

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In this episode we discuss how to avoid being ghosted and what you can do when you are a victim of ghosting

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What is the difference between a modern woman and a traditional woman? How to choose the right woman and how to tell the difference between the 1% woman and the majority of other women and the impact of Genz women in dating relationships

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Today we discuss relationships, inter-gender and inter-marital relationships and how women and men, having different relationships can cause insecurities

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An introvert is someone who keeps to themselves. An extrovert is someone who is more social and open to society. Being an Enigma means being a person or thing that is mysterious. In today's episode, we discuss what it means to be an enigma and how to cope with being labeled as an Enigma.

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In this Episode, we discuss the 2023 Election as we await the INEC court rulings. Did Tinubu really win, what do the people think, we also discuss Naira scarcity.

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In this episode, we discuss the 2023 Nigeria Presidential election and if there is hope for Nigeria, Lagos State Governor Elections, and Election rigging.

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It is election week, who are you voting for, Abubakar Atiku, Peter Obi or Bola Ahmed Tinubu? who will become Nigeria's next president in 2023 as Nigerians go to the ballot to decide? We explore the Naira notes debacle, the state of the economy, and the PVC availability as Nigerians decide between the APC, PDP, and Labour party amongst all other many political parties. Trivia question: Do you know what it takes to at a minimum be elected President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria?

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Today, we discuss the strategies on how to brand yourself and be successful. We also provide some advice on how to be successful in social media.

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How does the common Nigerian cope in a landscape of politcal elites. The Presidential candidate for the PDP in the 2023 General Election was accused of corruption by Festus Keyamo, the spokesperson of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign council. This week we discuss the upcoming elections and the role of the Nigerian People in turning out to select the next President of the country. Keyamo however has vowed to drag Atiku Abubakar, the presidential standard-bearer of the Peoples Democratic Party, to court.

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In today's episode, we sit down with Barrister Esther, Esq. to discuss self-awareness and self-development and the challenges of growing up in a society where self-awareness is not valued. This is the second installment of our surviving college series.

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In this episode we consider the tales of a Nigerian Graduate and how she managed to survive college. Despite all the odds, our guest today describes how she was able to survive college

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In Nigeria, 1 out of 5 married women use family planning and 16% of women want to delay or limit childbearing, but are not using contraception. There is prevalent limited access to family planning prevents women from safely spacing their pregnancies, fuels unsustainable population growth, and puts the health of women and children at risk. Today we discuss family planning in Nigeria and its societal impacts on woman and the cultural perception of family planning as well as laws of the land, including marriage age limitations.

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Marriage is typically a union between two people who wants to spend the rest of their lives anyway. Or, at least, that is usually the goal from the start. Some would call marriage the most important institution of human society. In Nigeria today, the society is going through a cultural shift of what it means to be married and what it means to be divorced. On this episode, we discuss Marriage in Nigeria, and Divorce in Nigeria and the role that social media plays.

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Transgenders are individuals who identify as a gender that is different from the one assigned to them at birth. Over the years, their community has had an increase in the Nigerian society.

Chatting with Nollywood Actress and CEO Ruchiena, we discussed if there are actually transgenders in Nigeria or it’s for the money?

There is evidence of the law being enforced in recent years, and LGBT people are regularly subjected to discrimination and violence.

Same-sex sexual activity is prohibited under the Criminal Code Act and the Same Sex Marriage (Prohibition) Act 2013 (SSMPA), which between them criminalise acts of ‘carnal knowledge against the order of nature’, ‘gross indecency’, same-sex unions, and LGBT advocacy.

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A billionaire is a person with a net worth of at least one billion (1,000,000,000, i.e., a thousand million) units of a given currency, usually of a major currency such as the United States dollar, euro, or pound sterling, according to Wikipedia. But does Naira count too? In our episode today, we discuss new year resolutions and how to manage expectations in 2023 and ponder if it is possible to be a billionaire in the new year, 23. Referenced article:
Sanwo-Olu is my father – Delta man claims, says his mother told him so - BattaBox

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Merry Christmas to all our loyal fans and supporters. This week we discuss why Money is important for a fun and memorable Christmas and holiday season... or is it? This us the season of giving, celebration and festivities. how are you celebrating your holiday season?

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In this episode, we discuss the JAPA syndrome, what would you do if offered N10M (Ten Million Naira) or N100M (One Hundred Million Naira)? Would you leave the country and Immigrate? Would you Travel for Love? Or does the Economy and the falling Naira Depreciation have anything to do with your decision to Japa or not leave the country?

3 Nigerians stowaways referenced in episode: Link

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According to the Urban dictionary, SAPA is a term used in Nigerian Pidgin English to describe a state of being extremely broke or poor, usually after spending extravagantly. Today we discuss how to tackle SAPA and how to dea with SAPA ness... like.... staying happy, understanding its a phase, saving for rainy days, discussion with a companion and always being grateful.

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With 603 people dead, 1.3 million displaced, and more than 108,393 hectares of farmlands have been destroyed across the country, today we discuss the flooding situation in Nigeria... affected states include Bayelsa, Rivers, Delta, Edo, Lagos, Kano, Adamawa, Jigawa, Benue, and Borno. This year’s flood is believed to be the worst that Nigeria has experienced in decades, as it has created humanitarian crises and compounded economic challenges in the affected areas. Some communities are inaccessible and cut off from goods and services. (source:https://www.thecable.ng/2022-flood-a-tragedy-foretold-the-crises-within)
(source: https://www.channelstv.com/2022/11/03/flooding-bayelsa-not-among-10-worst-hit-states-jigawa-is-number-1-says-minister/)

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Fela Anikulapo Kuti described the predicament of Nigeria... as Suffering as Smiling.. this week we discuss how to survive in Nigeria on an extended stay and stay calm... and when possible to smile along the chaos that may ensue in the day to day hoolabaloo of your time while visiting.

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Why is the Nigerian Naira devalued? Naira is falling to all time lows with exchange rates crossing N850 to one US dollare $1. According to the Bank of America, the Naira is likely to be further devalued by an additional 20% in 2023. This week we examine some causes of the devaluation of the Naira... could this be caused by politcal motivations. or excess unregulated Naira in the system.

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This week we discuss people living with Disabilities, how the society perceives them and how to be more supportive and empathetic to those around us facing such challenges, our guest also offers suggestions and solutions.

This week Brodda Mike sits down with Mr. Johnson to discuss his relocation to the USA all the way from Abuja! We discuss Racism in America, inflation, insecurity, Peter Obi and Kanu Nnamdi Kanu's release.

In this episode, we address African Fashion and toxic masculinity, how we change the narrative, Sustainable African Fashion designers, giving hope to people impacted by Boko Haram, Skin uniqueness, tackling disabilities and disbanding African Fashion stereotypes, and of course sexual objectification in fashion... and wait for it... Pretty Mike.

During campaigns and rallies, some in Nigeria only want to have their pockets padded and their stomach full... but why would anyone sacrifice their economic future for the present? Well, great question! Glad you asked. Our guest today sits with Brodda Mic to discuss the need for involvement at the grassroots and why the problem of Nigerians might actually be self-inflicted.

In this episode Brodda Mike narrates a recent ordeal that sheds some light on a common Nigerian phenomenon, why do Nigerians abroad not like helping their fellow Nigerians? By listening to this episode, hopefully, this will help to change the narrative and lend a helping hand to our neighbors - where ever you call home away from home.

On September 8, 2022, Queen Elizabeth II died at 96 following a 70-year reign, and as expected, for someone as consequential as the late Queen of England was, there were mixed reactions in some of the Countries colonized by the British. In this week's episode, we discuss the impacts, costs, and consequences and shed some light on the perception held by some people. Also, could the British be blamed for the state of Affairs in Naija? Is it fair to compare west African colonies like Nigeria and other British colonies like South Africa or India side by side in terms of economical prowess, political stability, development, and human capital empowerment, amongst other metrics?

In this episode, Mr. Roland narrates his ordeal traveling in west Africa. What to expect when traveling (post-covid era), flight delays, how to stay calm, cool, and collected, dealing with immigration officers, Visas, ECOWAS, investing in Africa - how to plan. In this light-hearted episode, we discuss some challenges still plaguing the continent and what makes Ghana better than Nigeria

This week, we discuss the famous US F-1 Visa and how to survive a student Visa, study abroad, financial aid, American Student live, and what to not do when applying for an F-1 Student Visa. Also, we examine the reasons why some Nigerians are denied a student Visa. This is an interesting episode that can be shared with someone or family or relative who may be struggling with getting a Visa to come to the USA.

From the FBI's raid of Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence to the aftermath of unsealing the search affidavit in the days following, we explore an alter world where a similar situation could unfold in Nigeria. Could the lay be applied to all citizens without fear or favor - equally? This conversation quickly evolved into a few things that are currently under development in Nigeria, taxes, unemployment, nepotism, political impunity, lawlessness and Moshood Kashimawo Abiola - MKO, Tinubu, Jonathan and Muhammadu Buhari.

No matter how well you cover your real name, your background and roots... even if you try to hide these facts from yourself, something inside of you will always suffer. This might result in unhappiness and a loss of belonging and sometimes we are forced to hide our cultural identity due to social or professional pressures but this week we discuss how to be authentic in a foreign country. We also cover some of the benefits of being unique and retaining one's own diversity. More importantly, how does one retrain "You" to become who you once were, culturally speaking?

Most Nigerian men cheat, or do they? Why does the Nigerian society seem to endorse infidelity or does it? In the world of online dating and excessive self social media expression, where do we draw the line? In this episode, we discuss the costs of cheating and the long-lasting damages and effects it has on marriages and other long term relationships. We also discuss how to get away with cheating. Hunt: disclosure and . . .

In this light-hearted episode, Brodda Mike sits with hosts of the Nigerian Experience Podcast and discusses the Nigerian Youth experience, how to improve the plights of the common Lagosian (or Nigerian), university life, INEC, ENDSARs, how to survive Bribery and corruption, bad roads, fuel scarcity and everything else going on in Nigeria. We also discuss the Types of Lagosians. Find out what your Lagos type is . . .

In this episode, we discuss the challenges of being a medical professional working through the height of COVID, counseling in the Nigerian culture and how to be a better floater

The gender pay gap is the difference between what men and women make for the same work. According to Salary.com, currently, women on average make 82 cents for every dollar men make. In this episode we discuss ways to bridge the pay and gender gap and provide suggestions on how you can be part of the solution. This is part 2 of 2.

According to Forbes Magazine, The advocacy of women's rights on the basis of the equality of the sexes. This week Brodda Mike sits down with Dr. Toyin to discuss feminism, what is it, where it started, and what are the requirements to becoming a feminism. We also discuss feminism from an African Perspective. affairs. This is a two-part series.

In this episode, we discuss the Morocco Model vs Nigerian model as it relates to the most recent primaries and the decision to nominate Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar for the upcoming Nigerian Presidential Election in 2023. Also, does zoning matter and why is it that where you come from decides your fate as a candidate in Nigerian elections?

In this episode, we discuss the history of Nigeria, the country with the most military coups in Africa within the shortest amount of time, one bloody civil war, and four republics. We also discuss the implications of the history of Nigeria, its military rule, and the marginalization of certain ethnic groups for the 2023 General Election between Bola Tinubu, Atiku, and Peter Obi.

There is a global crisis brewing, the shortage of fathers. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 19.5 Million children, more than 1 in 4, live without a father in the home. More than 20 million children live in a home without the physical presence of a father. There are two issues highlighted in this episode, namely, the society at large's impact on fathers and secondly, the lack of proper attention to men's healthcare issues.

Sources:

CentraState Article and Sentencing Project Article

According to US Census data, in 2021, 34% of adults age 15 and over had never been married, up from 23% in 1950. The estimated median age to marry for the first time was 30.4 for men and 28.6 for women in early 2021, up from ages 23.7 and 20.5, respectively, in 1947. The percentage of married-couple households that are interracial or interethnic grew across the United States from 7.4 to 10.2 percent from 2000 to 2012-to 2016. Inter-marital relationships and how to deal with and enjoy inter-cultural marriage and interracial relationships are the subjects of our episode this week. Issues covered include finances, loving differently, and setting cultural expectations. This is Part II.

This week, we discuss interracial, intercultural, and intertribal marriages and how to cope with marrying outside one’s background. According to US Census data, in 2021, 34% of adults age 15 and over had never been married, up from 23% in 1950. The estimated median age to marry for the first time was 30.4 for men and 28.6 for women in early 2021, up from ages 23.7 and 20.5, respectively, in 1947. The percentage of married-couple households that are interracial or interethnic grew across the United States from 7.4 to 10.2 percent from 2000 to 2012-to 2016. We discuss challenges, tricks, and tips on how to stay happily married to your lover, who sometimes may be very different from you. Slate article link: Republican senator says legalizing interracial marriage was a mistake, backtracks unconvincingly. (slate.com)

According to Stacker, The American Police killed 1,144 people killed by police in 2021, according to Mapping Police Violence, up from 1,132 people in 2020. Despite making up only 13% of the American population, Black people represent 23% of those killed by law enforcement in 2021. Police brutality, micro-aggression, racism, and excessive use of force in law enforcement some would argue is more prevalent among African Americans. In today's episode, we compare the tale of African Immigrants to that of African Americans. How do Africans perceive their black counterparts who have been in America or Europe but are descendants of slaves forcefully and in most cases, brutally removed from Africa? Can we seek to understand the dichotomy of the two black African tale?

In 1918, Ukraine declares independence from Russia during a conflict fought by multiple countries and armies over several years. On 20 February 2014, Russia began its annexation of Crimea...and over a century later, in 2022 on the morning of 24 February, Russia began the invasion of Ukraine when Putin announced a "special military operation" to "demilitarize " Ukraine. In today's episode, three Lost Lagosians sit down to analyze the current situation in Russia and Ukraine and the impact this may have on the free world with a lens on the salient impact of the position that the United States has willfully staked.

In 1918, Ukraine declares independence from Russia during a conflict fought by multiple countries and armies over several years. On 20 February 2014, Russia began its annexation of Crimea...and over a century later, in 2022 on the morning of 24 February, Russia began the invasion of Ukraine when Putin announced a "special military operation" to "demilitarize " Ukraine. In today's episode, three Lost Lagosians sit down to analyze the current situation in Russia and Ukraine and the impact this may have on the free world with a lens on the salient impact of the position that the United States has willfully staked.

Is religion a scam? Is religion dying? Why do the most religious people turn out to be the most wicked for of humanity? In this episode, we explore the impacts of religion, beliefs, and dogma and how traditions can impact long-held beliefs in some cases causing economic and health impacts to a people and society at large.

Does Islam Muslims Quran Support Violence? The vast majority of Muslims oppose violence, extremism and terrorism, but in Nigeria, a country where according to Harvard University, 80-85 million Nigerians identify as Muslims, about 50% of the total population, religion continues to pose as a threat to the country's nascent democracy. In this episode, we take a critical look at the believe that Muslims support violence, can this juxtaposition be true? Does the holy Quran support extremism, Terrorist attacks and Is religion a scam or is religion meant for peace but to control people?

Students of Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto, Nother Nigeria lynched a 200 level female student of the Department of Early Childhood Education, Deborah Yakubu, over an allegation of blasphemy against Prophet Muhammed on May 12, 2022. Deborah was violently stoned to death and later set ablaze by the angry mob, who are mostly students of the college. In this episode, we discuss the religious tensions in Nigeria, President Buhari, Abubakar Atiku, the upcoming election as well as the roots of religious tensions in Nigeria since independence in 1960. This is the concluding and second episode in this series.

Students of Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto, Northern Nigeria lynched a 200 level female student of the Department of Early Childhood Education, Deborah Yakubu, over an allegation of blasphemy against Prophet Muhammed on May 12, 2022. Deborah was violently stoned to death and later set ablaze by the angry mob, who are mostly students of the college. In this episode, we discuss the religious tensions in Nigeria, President Buhari, Abubakar Atiku, the upcoming election as well as the roots of religious tensions in Nigeria since independence in 1960. This is a two part series.

Are you afraid of visiting nigeria? Are you some one living in diaspora who have not been back to Nigeria since you left?
Are you following social media and western foreign news outlets that endlessly continue to report how kidnappers are on the loose in Nigeria?
Are you sorrounded by friends who tell you that you must be out of your mind to think about visiting Nigeria? Are you married to a Nigerian and you would like to someday visit Nigeria with your spouse?
Is Boko Haram, corruption and insecurity making you rethink your visit to Nigeria? The fear of travelling to Nigeria amidst high-security challenges in the country is at the top of the list of the reasons many Nigerians and Foreigners give for staying away from Africa's giant.
In this episode, we speak to a Nigerian who recently visited as he shares some tips on how to travel safely to Nigeria as a first timer, foreigner or a regular visitor.

According to Human Rights Watch, throughout its six-year tenure, the military government of General Ibrahim Babangida has relied on force to ensure its stay in power. In the process, the Babangida government has been responsible for the deaths of hundreds of students and others who demonstrated against its policies, the silencing of opposition organizations and the erosion of the rule of law. In this episode, our guests discusses a former student activist, discusses how he was advised to leave the country, and shares some valuable life lessons, along the way.

In this episode, we discuss daylight savings and the impact of daylight savings for African's in diaspora, with family back home. We also discuss coping strategies and how to talk about daylight savings for loved ones with Families in Africa.

The Academic Staff of Nigerian Universities (ASUU) is on strike again. In this episode, we discuss some of the issues and challenges faced by Nigerian Higher Education .

In this episode, Brodda Mike discusses the cold hard realities about those in Nigeria seeking to emigrate out of Nigeria.

In this short episode... we take a break and discuss the do nots of meeting your soulmate for the first time...

In this episode, we discuss the shortage of fuel in Nigeria, why is the recurring for a country that is ranked 9th in the world for its proven gas reserves as of 2017. True Federalism, Dividing Nigeria and the 2023 upcoming elections. Forbes article referenced

In this episode, we discuss the significance of Easter and how to celebrate Easter... and yes... Nigerian rice vs. Ghanian rice. Enjoy (the episode)

An economic refugee is a person who leaves his or her home country in search of better job prospects and higher living standards elsewhere. Economic refugees see little opportunity to escape poverty in their own countries and are willing to start over in a new country for the chance at a better life ~ Investopedia. In this episode, Brodda Mike discusses surviving Lagos with Dr Jay, his navigation since migrating from Naija and amongst other things, the need to think about returning back to Nigeria someday.

Brodda Mikes expresses disappointment with the outcome of the Ghana vs Nigeria Qatar 2022 World Cup qualifying match in Abuja on March 30, 2022 as Nigerian Super eagles zealots stormed the football pitch to attach the Ghanian footballers and terrorize Ghanian team visiting fans.

In this episode Bro Mike and Shopay discusses Nigerian made cars, the challenges of sending cars ... to Nigeria. This is a laid back episode and easy listen with some information to those looking at sending to Nigeria.

Brodda Mike discusses 8 ways to celebrate mother's day in 4 minutes.

This is the second and final episode as our guest narrates his survival ordeal going through the Saraha desert. The Sahara desert is in Northern African and spans Countries like Niger, Chad and Libya. With an area of 9,200,000 square kilometres (3,600,000 sq mi), it is the largest hot desert in the world. Our guests faith, strong will and survival determination - against all odds - helped his crossover to Europe through the route less traveled successful. A lesson for people who are insisting on leaving the motherland at all costs....have you counted the costs? Do you have what it takes and even if you do, are you built for the journey?

Nigeria is safe, and so is Lagos! But does this apply to morning, afternoon and evenings alone? What happens after the wee hours that follow sunset or when it is darkest just before twighlight? In this episode, we look at the various impacts to Lagos and to Nigeria, a country that sleeps at Night and discuss the different safety and "common-sense" measures that must be applied during your next visit and how to make sure you remain safe, if residing in Nigeria.

Brodda Mike sits down this week with Mr. Richard, a fellow Lagosian and Russian to discuss the current Russian-Ukriane situation. We discuss the state of affairs, economy, safety and the backstory behind the Russian-Ukrainian conflict and what users can do to help, i.e., getting the facts and doing due diligence on every information that crosses their paths.

In this episode, our guest narrates his survival ordeal through the Saraha desert. The Sahara desert is in Northern African and spans Countries like Niger, Chad and Libya. With an area of 9,200,000 square kilometres (3,600,000 sq mi), it is the largest hot desert in the world. Our guests faith, strong will and survival determination - against all odds - helped his crossover to Europe through the route less traveled successful. A lesson for people who are insisting on leaving the motherland at all costs....have you counted the costs? Do you have what it takes and even if you do, are you built for the journey?

Brodda Mike narrates his experience taking the pre-arrival COVID-19 test in Lagos, Nigeria in March 2022. He makes the case that as the global pandemic begin to be a "new normal", is it necessary for multiple expensive tests upon arrival into Nigeria and other African countries. He compares what other African Nations have done to reduce the costs and redundancy of multiple testing as a means of easing the stress of their citizens in diaspora.
Nigerian Internation Travel Portal
Double testing in west Africa is driving up travel costs article
July 2021 WHO brief
Fighting Fake Covid results

In this episode, Brodda Mike discusses the many challenges that make Lagos traffic a masterpiece and arguably, the most congested city in Africa and the world. He narrates his experience driving in Eko, the issues with the road, obeying traffic lights and gives the ultimate advice on how to navigate Lagos roads, safely but more importantly, calmly.

List of cities by population
African countries by population
Vehicles per KM of road

An American green card promises a change of destiny, a change of lives, and a hope for the aspiring immigrant. With Nigeria being the only African country currently excluded from participating in the 2022 US diversity visa (DV) lottery, our guest today examines the struggles of coming into the USA with an American green card.

According to Unicef, although primary education is officially free and compulsory in Nigeria, about 10.5 million of the country’s children aged 5-14 years are not in school and 1 in 5 of the World's out of school children is in Nigeria. Non-western education is forbidden in certain parts of Northern Nigeria. Our guest today, who is from Nothern Nigeria describes how she managed to escape for greener pastures in the USA, risked her life and makes a compelling case for educational egalitarianism for all of Nigeria's children.#chibok girls.

Mr Ogo-Oluwa narrates is ordeal with the Embassy on more than one occasion, dealing with rejection, visa refusals, and how to overcome depression, repurpose your career targets and keep finding ways to succeed. This lighthearted episode is sure to encourage, cheer you up and motivate you or someone in your sphere who might be at this point in their success journey. Other topics covered includes how to survive the immigration process and the immigration interviewing process.

Based on popular demand, Brodda Mike adds a new series to the Lost Lagosians podcast that is intended to serve as a guide to those interested in Emigrating out of the mother land. In this embasode, we discuss how to demonstrate ties to your home country when applying for non-immigrant or visiting, tourist or vacation visa and we provide examples of how to demonstrate ties to your home country and how to avoid refusals and visa denials. Embasodes are short and straight to the point episodes that cover embassy and immigration related topics.

This episode concludes "Nigerians only speak queen's English". Our guest, Mrs. Tara returns to discuss why a fast track to success might be short lived and how to deal with the feeling of loneliness and "alone-liness " that some Lagosians might experience once out of Lagos. Some coping mechanisms are discussed.

We welcome our first female guest and a friend of the show as she discusses her assimilation with the American way of English... vs. the Queen's English. As a former British Colony, Lagosians from Lagos, Nigeria and Nigerians in general arguably are not only the most educated people on the planet, but they also speak the best Queen's English. No ESL required for Nigeria's diasporic communities despite its over 250 local languages and ethnic groups.

Dr Cruze discusses how he was able to (with the help of God) Navigate MD school as a teenage immigrant from Lagos, Nigeria and in this encouraging story, he discusses a wide range of topics from parenting to compassion and how his Faith saw him through!

Dr Cruze shares his experience of living in Lagos in the 1990's, Abacha, MKO Abiola, Obasanjo and how to survive in a foreign country as a teenager, "fresh off the boat". This episode is sure to cheer you up.

In this week's episode, we discuss time, time illusions, religion, the afterlife and new year resolutions along with some light-hearted reflections made about growing up in Lagos, Nigeria and the importation of western religion in Africa.

Welcome to 2022! In this episode, we discuss Taiwo... and the Ghanian Police's Warning to Prophets and religious leaders in Ghana about a potential 5-year jail term for clergymen caught spreading prophecies of harm, danger, and death. The Ghanian police asserts that such "revelations" could create tension and panic in the Ghanaian society and put the lives of many people in fear and danger. Relevant link: https://thestreetjournal.org/new-year-messages-prophets-of-doom-risk-jail-term-ghana-police-warn/

In this week's Episode, Brodda Mike recants an experience he had and discusses how America is closer to heaven - geographically and Mr Joe Esien discusses how he is not one to yield to frivolous requests from his friends and family from back home.

In this episode, we discuss how to Christmas in Africa vs. Christmas in diaspora as well as the evolution of Christmas

As African citizens in diaspora, Mr. Roland discusses how he and his startup has been able to touch the lives of many Nigerians and challenges us all on how we can make an impact, ten lives at a time.

In this Episode, Brodda Mike hosts a round table discussion on how to end corruption in Africa with emphasis on Nigeria. Nigeria is perceived as a corrupt country by most with Transparency International ranking Nigeria 149 out of 180 countries (with 180 being the most corrupt) in its 2020 report. In this Episode, Brodda Mike hosts a round table discussion with five Diasporans, as he gathers their real-life experiences and thoughts on the issue of corruption in Nigeria, Africa's Largest Country and how it can be effectively curbed.

Brodda Mike discusses the challenges and hurdles faced by this week's guest, a Lost Lagosian, who finds himself in New Jersey at a young age but had to quickly adjust to the post-911 shifting sands of a once favorable system, as almost everything tightens up and life gets more challenging.

Brodda Mike sits down for a lengthy conversation with a Nigerian politician and discusses the challenges of travelling with a Nigerian passport, running for office, stomach Infrastructure, election rigging, the uneducated national house of assembly members and how to get involved from afar.

In this episode, a decorated veteran compares Nigerian Military to American Military and narrates his immigrant story coming to America with just $250 and a brief case, mental toughness, NYSC, studying with kerosene Lantern , the Abacha years, and Gratitude.

Lost Lagosians is a weekly podcast that features Nigerian diasporan guests from different walks of life as they navigate life outside Africa. The Podcast host, a Lagos native, Brodda Mike, keeps the show entertaining, engaging, educative and highly informative while navigating current events, immigration and other socio-cultural events of the day.

In this light hearted episode that highlights Ajegunle, Lagos, Brodda Mike discusses the experience of immigrants and the struggle of surviving in a new country with a long time friend.

A Lancaster alumni discusses why he relocated to Nigeria and gives several insights into why most Nigerians are fleeing for the diaspora and if you should return back to Nigeria from diaspora?

Brodda Mike describes excruciating delays, an accident caused by improper training for Government employees and ongoing construction at the Lagos Airport and how people in power get to take the fast-r lane,

In this episode, Mr. Johnson shares his experience of relocating to Gaziantep with Brodda Mike. A senator was instrumental in helping Mr. Johnson to make his way out of Lagos.

In this hopeful message, Brodda Mike describes his experience at the American Embassy in Lagos.