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AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Tony Kabaka’s renunciation of cultism, opposition governors backing Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections, and Pastor Bolaji’s viral “Men Dey!” relationship commentary. They also cover The Headies postponement, the OAU religious sect controversy, Dave’s Lagos concert, and the latest albums from Blaqbonez, Fola, Paybac Iboro, Moelogo, and Kaestyle. The episode also features reactions to viral social media conversations and This Week in History before signing out.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction42:10 -TONY KABAKA’S RENOUNCES CULTISM 59:45 - THE 2027 CAMPAIGN: WHY OPPOSITION GOVERNORS ARE BACKING TINUBU01:17:50 - THE "MEN DEY!" SENSATION: UNPACKING PASTOR BOLAJI'S RELATIONSHIP REALITY CHECK02:29:00 - The 18th edition of The Headies has been officially postponed from October 23, 2026, to April 10 and 11, 2027.Korty EO released a video recounting a time she was hospitalized and needed multiple injections. A young, moody male nurse came to administer one. When he insisted on giving the injection in her buttocks rather than her armDooctor Zo reacts02:50:29 - THE ORANGE ARMY DEBATE: OAU’S RELIGIOUS SECT VIRAL CONTROVERSY 03:07:00 - Dave’s Lagos concertBritish-Nigerian rapper Dave held a two-day gig at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts03:12:00 - New Albums Worth Checking OutBlaqbonez - Nomadinho: 4th Prime Fola - 9Paybac Iboro - Afroskankin Moelogo - Yoruba HealerKaestyle - Stylish03:15:00 - THERE IS THIS INTERESTING VIDEO FROM I SAID WHAT I SAID WHERE A GIRL EXPLAINED THE POST-INCIDENT AWKWARDNESS AFTER HER DAD ACCIDENTALLY WALKED IN ON HER OR CAUGHT HER NAKED03:28:50 - This week in History - Fele's birthday03:34:50 - Sign outFollow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Talk is published by Global Village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Nigeria’s updated emergency number before looking back at the COVID-19 pandemic and the year 2020. They also examine a pastor’s advice on helping men find partners and the debate around whether the CIA is funding Afrobeats. The episode features This Week in History and Fan Mails.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction19:20 - COVID; the year 202001:09:20 - Man of God charges men to link them up with women01:16:40 - Is the CIA funding Afrobeats?02:05:00 - This week in history02:08:50 - Fan mailsFootball Signal HQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@footballsignalhqTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@footballsignalhqX (Twitter): https://x.com/footbalsignalhqInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/footballsignalhq/02:38:30 - Sign out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Talk is published by Global Village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss the deaths of illegal mining suspects in Nigerian custody and the AIG’s defense of the CP’s presence at the City Boy Movement in Lagos. They examine the opening of Chinese warehouses in Lagos and the protests from traders, alongside Dangote’s IPO. The episode also covers the online backlash faced by Arise News presenter Ojy Okpe following her interview with Aliko Dangote, and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction23:40 - AT LEAST 37 ILLEGAL MINING SUSPECTS FOUND DEAD IN NIGERIAN CUSTODY 01:13:25 - The AIG defends the CP presence at the City Boy Movement in Lagos01:42:40 - Chinese warehouses opening in Lagos and protests from tradersDangote IPO02:55:00 - Arise News presenter Ojy Okpe faces online backlash after asking Aliko Dangote if he still hoped to have a male heir.03:02:00 - This week in history03:07:30 - Sign out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Talk is published by Global Village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Very Dark Man’s appearance at the Nigerian Bar Association’s Annual General Conference and a major romance scam involving a man who posed as an NFL player. They also examine Uber’s exit from Nigeria, Tekno’s views on Afrobeats, and DJ Big N’s open letter to Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido. The episode features This Week in History, new albums from Victony, Ayra Starr, and Ladipoe, 50 Cent’s decision not to release an album, and the death of Igho “Tiny” Ubiribo. OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction49:20 - Nigerian activist and internet personality Very Dark Man appeared as a panellist at the 66th Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Port Harcourt01:05:00 - Man posed as 49ers player to scam women out of $1.3m caught by the FBI01:42:00 - Uber officially ended its ride-hailing operations in Nigeria on September 2, 2026, wrapping up a 12-year stint in the country. 02:34:10 - Tekno and his Afrobeats take02:44:35 - This week in history02:54:00 - DJ Big N writes an open letter to Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido.03:06:50 - New Albums Worth Checking OutVictony’s “STARLIFE” album Ayra Starr's "Starrgirl" albumLadipoe's "Revival" album03:24:00 - 50 Cent explains why he won’t drop an album03:41:19 - Nigerian-British businessman and social media influencer Igho "Tiny" Ubiribo died at age 43 on March 6, 2026, after suffering a fatal pulmonary embolism linked to a cosmetic penis enlargement procedure in Bangkok, ThailandBlue Light Glasses----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Talk is published by Global Village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve discuss Davido’s return to active politics following his uncle Ademola Adeleke’s re-election in Osun State, before examining Kano State’s ₦1.5 billion mass wedding programme and the wider debate around content monetization and Africa’s digital space. They also revisit the ongoing dispute between Seyi Vibez, Shallipopi, and Dapper Music, before discussing Davido’s sixth album, Oriadé, and Ayra Starr’s third album, Starr Girl. OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction43:00 - Davido in active politics again as uncle wins re-election in Osun State Davido served as the Head of Youth Mobilisation for Governor Ademola Adeleke's re-election campaign.He joined the Accord Party alongside his uncle ahead of the August 15, 2026, election.Governor Adeleke secured 511,067 votes to defeat the APC challenger, Bola Oyebamiji, who received 444,815 votes.01:03:40 - Kano State spends N1.5B for mass wedding01:30:00 - Content Monetization and The Hijack of Africa's Digital Space02:18:00 - This week in History02:24:37 - Seyi Vibez and Shallipopi call out Dapper Damm again for alleged contract rip-offBoth artists, along with peers like T.I Blaze and Zerry DL, accused Dapper Music of hiding streaming revenues and failing to remit their earnings.​​Shallipopi publicly alleged contract forgery and financial mismanagement, stating he took the matter to Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).Dapper respondsInterview with Chux - A&R Director for CMG.03:20:00 - Davido releases sixth album, 'Oriade'. Press ReleaseInterview.Davido released his sixth album, 'Oriadé', on July 31, 2026, timed to mark 15 years since he began his professional music career.The 13-track project’s Yoruba title means “the crowned head” and centres on identity, destiny, legacy, faith, gratitude, and brotherhood.Oriadé includes collaborations with Black Sherif, Aya Nakamura, Leon Thomas, Mayorkun, Fola, Llona, and others; Davido has also announced an international supporting tour.03:40:00 - Ayra Starr releases her third album, 'Starr Girl'. ----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Talk is published by Global Village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve are joined by Benjamin Dada for a wide-ranging conversation before Steve reflects on the challenges of accurate storytelling in Nigerian media. They also discuss reports of Mexican drug cartels outsourcing meth production to Nigeria, Peter Okoye’s comments on teaching his children indigenous languages, and the debate sparked by a content creator reportedly dismissed from Zenith Bank over her social media activity. The episode wraps up with reactions to Tyla’s cancelled Lagos show and the wider conversation around xenophobia, before signing out.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction and Interview with Benjamin Dada01:20:38 - Steve on Nigerian media and its lack of accurate storytelling01:27:28 - How Mexican drug cartels have outsourced meth labs to Nigeriahttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crmrnxp4nllo01:57:40 - Peter Okoye Says There Is No Economic Advantage in Teaching His Children His Native Languagehttps://punchng.com/nigerian-languages-not-helpful-peter-p-square-defends-children-speaking-french/02:24:40 - Gist from the internet: Content Creator sacked by Zenith Bankhttps://x.com/TrendingEx/status/2083120390390317231Rebecca is a TikToker who documents her routine.She was reportedly warned several times by her bank before the sack According to her, she was first warned in July 2022 and was made to face a Disciplinary Committee because of a post about a N10, 000 salary increaseShe has been creating videos since 2018.She said she started recording at the office because she didn’t have a fine space in her house02:59:00 - Nigerians push back on Tyler, Lagos show over concerns over the treatment of Nigerians in South Africahttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c7vglz56gg5oTyla removed Lagos from her upcoming world tour schedule after a Nigerian petition called for a boycott amid anti-migrant tensions in South Africa.Nigerians have criticised Tyla and other South African celebrities for not speaking out against xenophobia; some artists reportedly face cancelled shows elsewhere in Africa.Commentators say the anger is understandable but argue politicians—not artists—should bear primary responsibility for the crisis.Trevor Noah’s new ad for the South Africa Travel and Tourism board..Nigerians should put the mirror up, though03:39:40 - Sign out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Talk is published by Global Village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with their final World Cup 2026 conversation, breaking down England and France’s disappointing semi-final exits, previewing the Spain vs. Argentina final, and debating the tournament’s standout player. They also discuss the court-ordered forfeiture of assets linked to former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami, revisit notable moments in This Week in History, and wrap up with a review of Ladipoe’s new album, Revival, before signing out.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction51:52 - World Cup 2026 - The Final ConversationEngland and France's disappointing semi-finalsSpain-Argentina final Best player at the World Cup 01:14:00 - Former Attorney-General and Minister of Justice Abubaka Malami to forfeit assets worth $154.6 million (N212.8billion)02:17:47 - This week in History02:20:47 - Music - Ladipoe's New Album 'Revival'03:16:20 - Sign Out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Talk is published by Global Village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with the latest from the 2026 World Cup before reflecting on the role music producers have played in shaping the sound and global rise of Afrobeats. They also unpack the fake government agency scandal that allegedly secured ₦1.3 billion in the 2026 budget, examine the Federal Government’s sweeping NYSC reforms, and react to the controversy surrounding Baba Ijesha’s reception by the Ooni of Ife. The episode also features This Week in History, revisiting Nigeria’s first currency and the country’s first military coup, before signing out.OUTLINE00:00 - World Cup 202630:40 - Afrobeats and the impact of the producers to the culture 01:02:50 - Fake agency scandal The presidency denies the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion CouncilPrince Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew was arrested for forgery, conspiracy, and impersonation after posing as the agency's Director-General.Despite being entirely fake, the entity successfully secured ₦1.3 billion inside the official 2026 federal budget passed by the government.Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga confirmed that Adeyemi is facing an eight-count charge at the Federal High Court in Abuja, with an official arraignment scheduled for July 27, 2026.01:43:30 - Tinubu approves major NYSC overhaul, introduces civilian leadershipWith the new format, NYSC will be led by civiliansOrientation is now set to be six (6) weeks to train corp members on digital, leadership and entrepreneurial skillsThe new framework also provides for skills-based primary assignments that align with graduates’ academic backgrounds and career aspirations, improved orientation camp standards through a national grading and certification system, and a redesigned NYSC uniform to reflect professionalism and national pride.The traditional Passing Out Parade will be replaced with a new graduation ceremony as part of the comprehensive restructuring of the scheme.02:26:10 - Baba Ijesha and his wife were hosted by the Ooni of IfeThe convicted sexual abuser was presented with a brand new car and honoured with a chieftaincy title02:34:20 - This Week In HistoryNigeria Issued Its First Currency The First Nigerian Coup02:44:00 - Sign Out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Talk is published by Global Village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with the biggest talking points from the 2026 World Cup before turning their attention to the Federal Government’s newly launched free digital TV service and the questions surrounding its sustainability and impact. They also unpack Lagos’ long-running waste management crisis and what it says about governance in Nigeria’s commercial capital. The episode features This Week in History, revisiting the introduction of Sharia law in Kano State, and rounds off with a deep dive into the latest stories shaping pop culture.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:27:50 - Nigeria’s Free TV The Federal Government has launched free digital TV for NigeriansIt will have over 100 national, regional and state TV What is the operational strategy here01:54:50 - Lagos’s awful waste management 02:21:20 - This week in History- The Kano Sharia law02:24:20 - Pop culture03:20:00 -Sign Out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Talk is published by Global Village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve reflect on the evolution of Afrobeats, tracing its journey through different eras and asking whether albums still have the cultural impact they once did. They also discuss ITV Benin’s feature on a new flyover project in Edo State, RCCG’s response to claims about Pastor Adeboye, and the conversations surrounding both stories. The episode also features This Week in History, and a look ahead to the 2026 World Cup.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:58:30 - ITV Benin did a news feature on a new flyover being constructed by the Senator Monday Okpebholo administration. 02:25:20 - RCCG Public Relations Department says the lies about Pastor Adeboye have become too much02:42:27 - This week in history02:55:10 - The 2026 World Cup03:08:57 - Sign out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Talk is published by Global Village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with pop culture discussions, including Arsenal winning the Premier League, Niniola announcing the death of her husband and manager Michael Ndika, and Omah Lay’s comments on Nigerian music culture. They also touch on Nollywood and the growing conversation around AI and its impact on businesses. The episode also features "This Week in History" and "Fan Mails."OUTLINE00:00 - Co-hosts Introduction01:24:15 - Pop Culture02:35:35 - This Week In History02:42:00 - Fan mails03:16:00 - Sign out----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Talk is published by Global Village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AOT2, Osagie, and Steve kick off with an introduction before unpacking the debate around whether Nigerians are becoming unemployable, following recent comments by Tosin Eniolorunda. They examine the realities facing Nigerian youths in a changing economy and react to the FG scrapping UTME requirements for Colleges of Education. The episode also features This Week in History, reflecting on Umaru Yar’Adua, Obafemi Awolowo, and Nnamdi Azikiwe, before wrapping up with an AMVCA recap.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction36:30 - Are Nigerians unemployable? Recent comments by Tosin Eniolorunda have reignited debate over the employability of Nigerian youths in a rapidly changing global economy.01:41:00 - FG Scraps UTME Requirement for Colleges of Education02:04:30 - This week in history - The first and only Nigerian leader to die of natural causes in office: Umaru Yar'Adua.Obafemi Awolowo died at the age of 78 Namdi Azikiwe's death at age 9102:18:40 - AMVCA recap----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Talk is published by Global Village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before Tinubu. Before Atiku's last run. Before half of you even knew Loose Talk existed, we sat down with the man who wanted to be president of Nigeria.July 2018. Donald Duke. Two-term Governor of Cross River. Architect of Tinapa, the Calabar Carnival, and the cleanest city this country has ever produced. Days into declaring his run, weeks away from clinching the SDP ticket.AOT2, Steve, and Osagie put him in the chair and went everywhere. Power. Security. Boko Haram. Agriculture. The population time-bomb. Abacha. Fela. Eight years later, the country has changed. The questions haven't.This week, we're pulling the tape from the vault and running it back. Same problems. Different president. You decide if anything's actually moved.----------------Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Loose Talk: https://donate.stripe.com/bIY6oW0VHaHS2eA3ccLoose Talk is produced by Global Village.Follow Loose Talk on Twitter and Instagram.Write to us: [email protected] Talk is published by Global Village. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.