Listed Lagosian: Recent Episodes
Ireti Bakare-Yusuf
The LISTED LAGOSIAN is a Lagos-centric show designed to showcase the many characters of Lagos, through anecdotes from her residents, Indigenes, and lovers.
Through this show we aspire to profile the city, its history, people, architecture, diversity, values, entertainment, arts, business, music and all other layers of the colourful “City of imagination”!
When you think of one of the leading creatives in the Nigerian music industry, you think Obi Asika!
We are psyched to bring you this week's episode of the Listed Lagosian with Obi Asika.
Obi comes from the town of Onitsha in Anambra State, Nigeria.His father, Anthony Ukpabi Asika, was administrator of East Central State, Nigeria during the military regime of General Yakubu Gowon. Obi attended Ekulu Primary School, Enugu from 1974 to 1977, and then proceeded to the United Kingdom where he attended Ashdown House, East Sussex between 1977 and 1982. From Ashdown House, he gained a direct entry into Eton College, having obtained a Distinction in the National Common Entrance Exams in the UK.
At Eton College, Obi held several positions, including school prefect, secretary of the Political Society and secretary of the Film Society.
Obi was a research assistant at the World Trade Centre of Nigeria between 1986 and 1987. In 1987, he enrolled at the University of Warwick, from which he received an LLB Hons in 1990. At the University of Warwick, Asika was secretary, Nigerian Society; member, Political Society; member, Afro-Caribbean Society; radio host and DJ and events promoter.
Between 1987 and 1990, Obi organized successful concerts, charity and entertainment events at university campuses around the UK. He also hosted a weekly radio show at the University of Warwick. He was equally DJ and promoter of over 200 events at universities and clubs in London, using venues such as Legends, Dingwalls, Camden Palace, Brighton Hippodrome, Wall Street, Shaftesbury's and many more.
In 1991, Obi founded Storm Productions, a Nigerian entertainment company whose record label arm is notable for ushering in a new generation of Nigerian musical talent, including Naeto C, Ikechukwu, Sasha P, Tosin Martins, Banky W, who changed and developed the Nigerian music landscape.
Obi has worked – and continues to work – with The World Bank, international companies, and government at state and Federal levels to shape public policy and create an enabling environment for the creative industries.
A direct descendant of the Akintoye bloodline, Dr Folasade is an accomplished Tax and Legal practitioner with extensive experience in generating optimal revenue for the Lagos State Government.
Dr Folasade is a TADAT/IMF expert, trained in ESG, SDG, and GVC's at the WBG/OLC. She attended London Business School Leadership program, Cranfield School of Management, she is an Accredited Mediator, Chartered Secretary, Fellow of the Institute of Taxation, and a Doctor of Taxation with expertise in IGR.
When you think of one of the leading creatives in the Nigerian music industry, you think Obi Asika!
We are psyched to bring you this week's episode of the Listed Lagosian with Obi Asika.
Obi comes from the town of Onitsha in Anambra State, Nigeria.His father, Anthony Ukpabi Asika, was administrator of East Central State, Nigeria during the military regime of General Yakubu Gowon. Obi attended Ekulu Primary School, Enugu from 1974 to 1977, and then proceeded to the United Kingdom where he attended Ashdown House, East Sussex between 1977 and 1982. From Ashdown House, he gained a direct entry into Eton College, having obtained a Distinction in the National Common Entrance Exams in the UK.
At Eton College, Obi held several positions, including school prefect, secretary of the Political Society and secretary of the Film Society.
Obi was a research assistant at the World Trade Centre of Nigeria between 1986 and 1987. In 1987, he enrolled at the University of Warwick, from which he received an LLB Hons in 1990. At the University of Warwick, Asika was secretary, Nigerian Society; member, Political Society; member, Afro-Caribbean Society; radio host and DJ and events promoter.
Between 1987 and 1990, Obi organized successful concerts, charity and entertainment events at university campuses around the UK. He also hosted a weekly radio show at the University of Warwick. He was equally DJ and promoter of over 200 events at universities and clubs in London, using venues such as Legends, Dingwalls, Camden Palace, Brighton Hippodrome, Wall Street, Shaftesbury's and many more.
In 1991, Obi founded Storm Productions, a Nigerian entertainment company whose record label arm is notable for ushering in a new generation of Nigerian musical talent, including Naeto C, Ikechukwu, Sasha P, Tosin Martins, Banky W, who changed and developed the Nigerian music landscape.
Obi has worked – and continues to work – with The World Bank, international companies, and government at state and Federal levels to shape public policy and create an enabling environment for the creative industries.
The LISTED LAGOSIAN is a Lagos-centric show designed to showcase the many characters of Lagos, through anecdotes from her residents, Indigenes, and lovers.
Through this show we aspire to profile the city, its history, people, architecture, diversity, values, entertainment, arts, business, music and all other layers of the colourful “City of imagination”!
The LISTED LAGOSIAN is a Lagos-centric show designed to showcase the many characters of Lagos, through anecdotes from her residents, Indigenes, and lovers.
Through this show we aspire to profile the city, its history, people, architecture, diversity, values, entertainment, arts, business, music and all other layers of the colourful “City of imagination”!
The LISTED LAGOSIAN is a Lagos-centric show designed to showcase the many characters of Lagos, through anecdotes from her residents, Indigenes, and lovers.
Through this show we aspire to profile the city, its history, people, architecture, diversity, values, entertainment, arts, business, music and all other layers of the colourful “City of imagination”!
The LISTED LAGOSIAN is a Lagos-centric show designed to showcase the many characters of Lagos, through anecdotes from her residents, Indigenes, and lovers.
Through this show we aspire to profile the city, its history, people, architecture, diversity, values, entertainment, arts, business, music and all other layers of the colourful “City of imagination”!
The LISTED LAGOSIAN is a Lagos-centric show designed to showcase the many characters of Lagos, through anecdotes from her residents, Indigenes, and lovers.
Through this show we aspire to profile the city, its history, people, architecture, diversity, values, entertainment, arts, business, music and all other layers of the colourful “City of imagination”!
The LISTED LAGOSIAN is a Lagos-centric show designed to showcase the many characters of Lagos, through anecdotes from her residents, Indigenes, and lovers.
Through this show we aspire to profile the city, its history, people, architecture, diversity, values, entertainment, arts, business, music and all other layers of the colourful “City of imagination”!
The LISTED LAGOSIAN is a Lagos-centric show designed to showcase the many characters of Lagos, through anecdotes from her residents, Indigenes, and lovers.
Through this show we aspire to profile the city, its history, people, architecture, diversity, values, entertainment, arts, business, music and all other layers of the colourful “City of imagination”!
The LISTED LAGOSIAN is a Lagos-centric show designed to showcase the many characters of Lagos, through anecdotes from her residents, Indigenes, and lovers.
Yinka Davies is arguably one of the most popular female jazz artist in Nigeria. Her style is a cross between Eartha Kitt & Tina Turner. Yinka is known for her dramatic stage show and persona, and she brought All of that and more to our interview.
Pour a glass of your fav, & enjoy! From Lagos with Love
CEO of Nigeria's 1st Tier 3 Data Center- Tunde Coker- joins me to talk about his school days in Lagos, driving from Lagos to Ibadan for a party without so much as a bump on the road, and as a Jazz aficionado and pianist, of course there's a Jazz track that captures his Lagos.
Pour a glass of your fav, & enjoy! From Lagos with Love.
My Listed Lagosian today is Soni Irabor. Be it Radio or TV, Soni Irabor is a pivotal figure on the Nigeria media landscape. With many decades as MC/Interviewer or Presenter; I get to turn the tables around when Uncle Soni - as he is popularly called in Nigeria - tells me all about his Lagos.
Pour a glass of your fav, & enjoy! From Lagos with Love.
In Nigeria, and across Africa, Professor Pat Utomi is perhaps best described as a member of the "political intelligentsia". Often seen, and heard narrating about the myriad of solutions to get Nigerian to the promised land, what most has never heard, is his sharp wit, they don't know about his deep connection to Lagos Island, and of course, the street-wise, quintessentially edge of a bonafide Listed Lagosian.
Pour a glass of your fav, & enjoy! From Lagos with Love.
Lanre Sasore organises a tourist walk through the historic pebbled streets of Lagos Island, guiding visitors from one relic to the other. So of course, who else should be my guest on Listed Lagosian, if not this delectable Lagos historian.
Enjoy. From Lagos with Love
Actress, Producer and thespian - Ireti Doyle is my guest this week. Ireti may not be a native of Lagos, but her footprints in the Nigeria Film industry more than qualifies her Listed Lagosian status. Pour a glass of your fav, & enjoy! ! From Lagos with Love
The Ibru name may not be a Lagos name, but the history of Lagos would be incomplete, in fact a fallacy, without a mention of legendary Federal Palace hotel. So of course I slid into Actress Elvina Ibru's DM, and just had to get her into the studio. She said YES! and the rest was a conversation in palette. Pour your fav & enjoy! From Lagos with Love.
I had read, heard and seen some of Ego Boyo's work before I created Listed Listed Lagosian. Every time I read something about her, I always wondered if indeed she was as ward, fun and generous as implied by each article I read about her. She was all of the that and more, much much more. Pour a glass of your fav, and enjoy! From Lagos with Love.
Satchmos Jazz Festival is the brainchild of Dolapo Ajayi. It was once one of the key events on every Listed Lagosian's festival calendar. Dolapo Ajayi believes the success of the Lagos Jazz festivals is another form of showcasing Lagos to the world. I got him in the studio to talk about how his Lagos would ensure the realization of this ambition. Pour a glass of your fav, & enjoy! From Lagos with Love.
My conversation with Tola Akerele naturally revolved around the arts, music, entertainment and hospitality. This edition is as rich as her popular boutique hotel/Art gallery/Restaurant/General creative space called Bogobiri & situated in affluent old Lagos, Ikoyi. Pour a glass of your fav, & enjoy! From Lagos with Love.
Popular Afrobeats/ hip-hop artist, turned, actor/producer - Banky W aka Bankole Wellington - is my Listed Lagosian this week. His popular track "Lagos Party", is to Lagos what Alicia Key's Empire State of Mind" is to NYC. But wait till you hear the story of the origin, of the name Wellington. Pour a glass of your fav, & enjoy! From Lagos with Love.
Songstress and Jazz artist - Ms Ayinke Martins - is not just of authentic Lagos stock, she is also a key finger in the Lagos jazz music landscape with anecdotes and recollections dating back to the the 70s. During our interview, she wasn't just a generous conversationalist, she also serenaded the airwaves with one of her favourite jazz pieces. Press play to find it which one it was. Pour a glass of your fav, & enjoy! From Lagos with Love.
Akintunde Disu is a climate activist and one of the natives, responsible for the growing trend of "Staycations" in Lagos/ Nigerian. He is the founder of Pop Beach club & resort. Kitunde joins me to talk about the conflicting relationship he has with his home city, its grown and changing landscape, and the eroding sealine. His love for Lagos was apparent in every sentence. Pour a glass of your fav, & enjoy. From Lagos with Love.
When most people hear the name Ade Bantu, you always hear them yell - AFROPOLITAN VIBES!! That’s the spirit this social activist, culture ambassador, and funk-music artist, brought to our conversation. Press play to hear his thoughts on Lagos, and especially Lagos and climate change. Pour a glass of your fav, & enjoy! From Lagos with Love.
When I asked director & playwright - Ifeoma Fafunwa to be my guest this week, she and I knew it was going to be the radio equivalent of a girls lunch about her Lagos, not least because it took a while to snatch the time out of her diary, and of course, it was better than I expected. Press play to be part of the fun. Pour a glass of your fav, & enjoy! From Lagos with Love.
Gbenga Adeyinks is the ace comedian that has hundreds of audience in belly-crunching laughter. An indigene of Abeokuta, but a Listed Lagosian in every sense of the word. Press play, sit back, and be warned - my conversation with Gbenga could/is likely to cause rib-cracking laughter from start to finish. From Lagos with Love.
They say Lagos is "No mans Land". But is that fair to Lagos Indigenes? Press Play to hear what MC. Musicologist and Businesswoman - Sola Mogaji, has to say about her place of birth and ancestral home. Pour a glass of your fav & enjoy! From Lagos with Love.
Pascal Ott is one of those Lagosians who got bitten by the multi-phanged Lagos bug, but never sought for an antidote. Press play, and hear what a Frenchman, born in Paris, has to say about his adopted home! Pour a glass of your fav & enjoy! From Lagos with Love.
My Listed Lagosian this week journalist, broadcaster and Publisher, Adesuwa Onyenokwe. Adesuwa tells me all about her Lagos, and how Lagos traffic helped a working wife & mother to ensure dinner was ready when she gets home. Pour a glass of your fav & enjoy! From Lagos with Love