Olodo Uprising [The Akara Economy]

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with the latest action from the 2026 World Cup knockout stage before unpacking the First Lady’s plan to provide grants for women to start small businesses such as akara, roasted corn, and kuli-kuli ventures. They also examine the growing debate around intellectualism in Nigeria, sparked by Ycee’s comments on the country's changing culture and public discourse.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
28:30 - World Cup 2026 - Knockout Stage kicks off
01:06:10 -  Our First Lady is giving grants to women to start Akara, roasted corn and Kuli Kuli business
Are we in an Olodo Uprising?
Ycee commented on the decline in intellectualism in mainstream Nigeria
02:26:00 - Sign out
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Host

Ayomide Tayo

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Osagie Alonge

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Host

Steve Dede

Steve Dede is a media and marketing expert.

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