For many great footballers and athletes, the end of a successful sporting career marks a quiet retreat from relevance — and, in some cases, into relative obscurity.For Segun Odegbami, it marked the beginning of something deeper.In Part 2 of this three-part One2One conversation, “Mathematical” reflects on how purpose emerged within the game — both on and off the pitch — through the discipline of teamwork, the forging of national unity, and the experience of representing a strong and diverse country with immense collective power on the world stage. He also explores how that early sense of responsibility continued to shape his life beyond football.Odegbami speaks candidly about football as a rare unifying force — a space where identity, ethnicity, and difference dissolve into shared mission and national pride. These formative experiences, he reflects, laid the foundations for his later work as a broadcaster, advocate, sports ambassador, and public voice.Moving fluidly between playing years and post-playing life, this episode examines how sport can shape character, civic consciousness, and a lifelong commitment to service.This is not yet a conversation about governance or reform. It is about meaning, belonging, and the discovery of purpose through sport.In this episode, we explore:* Purpose discovered on the pitch — not only after it* Team, discipline, and collective responsibility* Football as a force for national unity and social cohesion* Representing a diverse nation with shared pride and purpose* Carrying values from sport into life, voice, and public service🎙 This is Part 2 of a three-part One2One series with Segun Odegbami* Part 1: “Mathematical” — The Making of a Legend* Part 2: Beyond the Game — From Pitch to Purpose* Part 3: Legacy, Governance & Africa’s Sporting Future⏱️ CHAPTERS0:00 Welcome to one2one0:18 Previously on one2one0:30 From Regional Football to the National Team1:05 Why He Never Considered Coaching2:00 Planning Life Beyond Football2:30 The Origin of "Mathematical"3:10 Precision, Intelligence & Playing Style4:45 Club Rivalries, National Unity6:10 Discipline, Friendship & Team Culture8:15 The Power of Football to Unite Nigeria9:20 National Identity Above Ethnic Difference10:45 Nigeria's Greatest Strength - Unity12:40 AFCON 1980 - A Defining National Moment14:10 Walking Into the National Stadium Final15:20 Scoring First and Experiencing Football "Heaven"16:40 Then Vs Now - How the Spirit Changed?18:05 What Today's Players Are Missing19:10 Rebuilding National Spirit Through Sport20:35 Founding the International Sports Academy 21:15 Sports Education & Social Mobilityℹ️ About ONE2ONEOne2One is a flagship conversation series hosted by Dr Tokunbo Shitta-Bey, featuring in-depth conversations with Africa’s most visionary thinkers, innovators, and cultural trailblazers — individuals shaping the continent’s future through ideas, creativity, and purpose.📡 Broadcast weekly on Channels TV (DSTV) and Channels 24 UK (Sky 515)🌐 Streamed globally on YouTube, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms🔔 Subscribe to One2One for more in-depth conversations shaping the future of leadership, culture, governance, and enterprise across Africa.📺 Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 UK (Sky 515): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)#SegunOdegbami#BeyondTheGame#FromPitchToPurpose#One2One#One2OneWithTokunboShittaBey#AfricanFootball#NationalUnity#SportsAndSociety#PurposeThroughSport#FootballAndIdentity#AfricanIcons
Affectionately nicknamed “Mathematical” for his precision and composure on the field, Segun Odegbami has, for more than four decades, stood as one of the most iconic figures in African football — admired not only for his brilliance on the pitch, but for the discipline, intelligence, and restraint that defined his game.As a member of the legendary Green Eagles team that won Nigeria’s first Africa Cup of Nations title on home soil in 1980 — and helped define Nigeria’s sporting identity at a pivotal moment in the nation’s history — Segun Odegbami’s career sits at the intersection of sport, culture, and national consciousness.In Part 1 of this three-part One2One conversation, we return to the beginning. From childhood and early influences to elite competition and national acclaim, Odegbami reflects on the formative years that shaped him into the player — and influential figure — he has become. We explore the habits, values, and inner resolve behind the legend, and the deep personal cost that often goes unseen.This episode is not yet about power, politics, or reform.It is about becoming.In this episode, we explore: • Early life, education, and formative influences • Entry into elite and international football • The discipline behind technical brilliance • Fame, pressure, and national expectation • The moments that quietly shaped his worldviewThis episode lays the foundation for the deeper conversations that follow — about voice, responsibility, governance, and the future of African and global sport.🎙 This is Part 1 of a three-part One2One series with Segun Odegbami • Part 1: “Mathematical” — The Making of a Legend • Part 2: Beyond the Game — From Pitch to Purpose • Part 3: Legacy, Governance & Africa’s Sporting Future📺 Watch. Listen. Reflect.This is The Segun Odegbami One (Part 1).⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome to One to One00:55 Meet Segun Odegbami - Football Icon & Nation Builder2:10 Humble Beginnings in Jos3:55 Football Was Never the Plan5:05 The First Time Football Paid6:25 Breakthrough & National Recognition8:30 The Call to the National Team10:20 From Campus to the Olympic Games (1976)11:50 Discipline, Education & Staying Grounded 12:55 Life at Shooting Stars & Club Loyalty14:15 Football Beyond the Pitch16:00 Sport, Society & Soft Power18:10 Seeing the World Through the Lens of Sport20:55 Football, Unity & Nation Building21:10 Final Reflection - The Power of Sport Beyond the Gameℹ️ About One2OneOne2One is a flagship conversation series hosted by Dr Tokunbo Shitta-Bey, featuring in-depth conversations with Africa’s most visionary thinkers, innovators, and cultural trailblazers — individuals shaping the continent’s future through ideas, creativity, and purpose.📡 Broadcast weekly on Channels TV (DSTV) and Channels 24 UK (Sky 515)🌐 Streamed globally on YouTube, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms🔔 Subscribe to One2One for more in-depth conversations shaping the future of leadership, governance, and enterprise across Africa.📺 Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 UK (Sky 515): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)#SegunOdegbami#Mathematical#One2One#One2OneWithTokunboShittaBey#AfricanFootball#NigeriaFootball#AFCON1980#SportsLegacy#FootballAndSociety#AfricanIcons#SportsAndCulture
What does it take to change the course of cancer for an entire continent — and whose responsibility is it to carry?In this compelling episode of One2One, Tokunbo Shitta-Bey discusses with Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, UICC President-Elect and one of Africa’s most influential voices in global health.A Consultant Paediatrician and Founder of the Medicaid Cancer Foundation, Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu has spent more than a decade championing cancer awareness, early detection, women’s health, and equitable access to diagnostics and treatment — work that has impacted thousands of families across Nigeria.Now elected the first African to lead the Union for International Cancer Control, she shares her insights on:• Why so many cancers in Africa are detected late• The structural changes needed for early diagnosis• Women’s health, HPV vaccination, and cervical cancer prevention• Financing and strengthening cancer care systems• The role of policy, partnerships, and community action• What dignity and equity truly mean in cancer treatmentThis episode explores not only the challenges but the possibilities of transforming cancer care across the continent.⸻#One2One #ZainabShinkafiBagudu #CancerInAfrica #GlobalHealth#UICC #WomensHealth #CancerAwareness #CervicalCancer #EarlyDetection#HealthcareInAfrica #Oncology #HPVVaccination #MedicaidCancerFoundation
“… the story of Africa is the story of its becoming.”In the concluding part of this powerful One2One series, Tunde Onakoya — Nigerian chess master, Guinness World Record holder, and founder of Chess in Slums Africa — reflects on Africa’s unfolding story of “becoming” through the voices, dreams, and potential of its children.But is the world really listening to the voices of African children? And do our own communities truly recognise their capacity to transform?In this in-depth conversation with Tokunbo Shitta-Bey, Tunde explores the deeper purpose behind Chess in Slums Africa — not merely as an education initiative, but as a movement restoring imagination, dignity, and purpose to children too often defined by the poverty of their circumstances and left behind by global narratives.📌 In this final episode, Tunde explores: • The urgent question: Is the world listening to African children? • Why Africa must refuse narratives framed through poverty • The need for global belief in African intellectual potential • How education and opportunity can reshape the prospects of underserved communities • The philosophy and purpose behind Chess in Slums Africa • His message to Africa’s youth — and to the world👉 Watch Part 1 and Part 2 to complete the series.👉 Subscribe to One2One: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisone2one00:00 – Opening: The Big Ideas Behind One2One00:17 – Introducing Tunde Onakoya: Chess, Purpose & Africa’s Children00:52 – “The Only Thing More Powerful Than Poverty Is Potential” Explained03:05 – Chess as a Metaphor for the African Child’s Journey05:40 – From Poverty to Potential: The ‘Pawn to Queen’ Transformation07:52 – Rethinking Nigeria: Hope, Becoming & Human Capital10:20 – The Real Tragedy: Wasted Potential of Nigerian Youth12:40 – Why We Must Believe in Nigeria’s Future15:00 – Stories That Change Lives: Children Transformed Through Chess17:45 – How Dignity, Not Pity, Drives Real Change in Communities20:10 – What Success Truly Means for Children in Slums22:40 – Influence, Attention & the World Record Trend25:00 – What ‘Good Success’ Looks Like in a World Built on Attention27:10 – The Secret to Greatness: Make Others Great First29:30 – Why Tunde Attempted the Times Square Marathon31:55 – The Emptiness of Fame Without Purpose33:40 – Purpose & Faith: The Spiritual Dimension of Tunde’s Work36:05 – Turning Pain into Purpose: How Background Shapes Calling39:10 – Gifts, Talents & the Divine Question: “What’s in Your Hand?”41:40 – From Talent to Purpose: When Your Gift Becomes a Gift to the World44:55 – Final Question: What One Thing Would You Take to a Desert Island?45:40 – Closing: Life One Chess Move at a Timeℹ️ About One2OneOne2One is a flagship conversation series hosted by Dr Tokunbo Shitta-Bey, featuring in-depth conversations with Africa’s most visionary thinkers, innovators, and cultural trailblazers — individuals shaping the continent’s future through ideas, creativity, and purpose.📡 Broadcast weekly on Channels TV (DSTV) and Channels 24 UK (Sky 515)🌐 Streamed globally on YouTube, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms🔔 Subscribe to One2One for more in-depth conversations shaping the future of leadership, governance, and enterprise across Africa.📺 Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 UK (Sky 515): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)#TundeOnakoya #ChessInSlumsAfrica #One2OneShow
Joke Silva MFR joins Tokunbo Shitta-Bey on one2one to reflect on her legendary career across stage, screen, and culture — and on the legacy and rebirth of Nigeria’s iconic National Theatre, now the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture & Creative Arts.In this special episode, Joke Silva MFR — actress, director, cultural icon, and one of Nigeria’s most enduring creative voices — reflects on a remarkable career spanning theatre, television, and film.From her formative years on stage to her leadership in Nigeria’s creative industries, she shares deep insights on the evolution of Nollywood, the rebirth of the National Theatre, and the future of the performing arts in Africa.Together, they explore how passion, professionalism, and purpose can inspire the next generation of cultural and creative excellence — and what the newly refurbished Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture & Creative Arts means for Nigeria’s creative economy.💬 AcknowledgementWe would like to acknowledge the Bankers’ Committee for their tremendous work on the restoration of the newly refurbished Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture & Creative Arts (formerly the National Theatre, Lagos) — and for their continued commitment to advancing Nigeria’s creative economy.Excerpts from the Bankers’ Committee / SANEF Creatives Ltd documentary “The Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture & Creative Arts: Historic Restoration” (2025) are used under fair-dealing provisions for cultural commentary.00:00 Opening Music & Intro00:23 Who Is Joke Silva? A Pioneer of Stage & Screen01:25 Choosing Acting Over a Career in Medicine03:16 Childhood Inspirations: Village Headmaster & Early Nigerian TV05:20 Training in the UK: Weber Douglas Academy Experience07:39 Has Nollywood Lost Its Depth? Writing, Stage Culture & Craft10:05 Reviving Nigeria’s Literary and Stage Heritage14:14 Performing at the National Theatre in the 1980s18:10 The Decline & Restoration of the National Theatre22:20 Safety, Access & The Reality of the Theatre’s Surroundings Today25:05 Populism, Culture & Understanding the Nigerian Audience28:30 Restoring Nigeria’s Cinema Culture30:45 Nollywood Then & Now: From Celluloid to Digital34:05 How Economic Downturns Shaped Nigeria’s Film Industry37:05 Death and the King’s Horseman: Why It’s a Masterpiece41:00 Purpose, Betrayal & Leadership Themes in the Play43:25 Love, Partnership & Working with Olu Jacobs45:50 Marriage, Friendship & Building a Life of Purpose Together48:00 Her Most Alive Moments on Stage & Creative Spirituality51:10 On Damehood, Legacy & Longevity in the Arts54:00 Closing Reflections & Farewellℹ️ About One2OneOne2One is a flagship conversation series featuring in-depth discussions with Africa’s most visionary leaders, innovators, and cultural trailblazers — individuals shaping the continent’s future through ideas, creativity, and purpose.Broadcast weekly on Channels TV (DSTV) and Channels 24 UK (Sky 515), and streamed globally on YouTube, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms.🔔 Subscribe to One2One for more in-depth conversations shaping the future of leadership, governance, and enterprise across Africa.📺 Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 UK (Sky 515): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)#One2One #JokeSilva #TokunboShittaBey #NationalTheatre #WoleSoyinkaCentre #Nollywood #CreativeEconomy #CulturalHeritage #Arts #Leadership #Nigeria #AfricaRising #InfluentialThinking
How do you translate policy into real progress?In this hugely insightful One2One conversation, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade & Investment of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, joins host Tokunbo Shitta-Bey to explore how visionary leadership, discipline, and institutional reform can unlock growth and investment across Africa’s largest economy.A globally trained scholar of international trade and development, Dr Oduwole reflects on her journey from academia to the heart of public service — leading the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) and now steering national industrial policy at a time of global supply-chain disruption and economic realignment.Together they discuss how Nigeria can build resilience, attract sustainable investment, and create the conditions for enterprise, innovation, and inclusion — and what personal conviction it takes to drive change and progress from within.🎯 Key Themes: Trade & Industrial Policy | Ease of Doing Business | Institutional Reform | Women in Leadership | Global Supply-Chain Shifts | AfCFTA | Faith & Purpose in Public Service🔔 Subscribe to One2One for more in-depth conversations shaping the future of leadership, governance, and enterprise across Africa.ℹ️ About One2One:One2One ("The One2One Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's calm, comfortable setting and conversational style offers thought-provoking, intimate dialogue that provides fresh perspectives on today's most pressing issues.📺 Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 (UK): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)#One2One #JumokeOduwole #TokunboShittaBey #One2OneSpecialSeries #PolicyIntoProgress #Trade #Governance #Investment #Nigeria #AfCFTA #IndustrialPolicy #Leadership #WomenInLeadership #InstitutionalReform #AfricaRising #PublicService #EconomicGrowth
In the concluding part of this insightful One2One interview with Prof. Osaghae, he explores the ascendency of nationalism amongst emerging African countries, his own personal journey as Vice Chancellor of Nigeria's first privately funded University in Nigeria and what the future holds for Nigerian foreign policy in a fast-evolving and changing world. 👤 About the GuestProfessor Eghosa Osaghae is the Director General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), one of Africa’s most influential think tanks. A renowned political scientist, academic, and public intellectual, he has spent decades researching, teaching, and shaping discourse on democracy, governance, and federalism in Nigeria and beyond.📌 If this conversation inspires you, like, comment, and subscribe to One2One for more "game-changing discussions on the big ideas that shape our thinking and help move society forward".https://www.youtube.com/@thisisone2one📺 About One2OneOne2One ("The One2One Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.📺 Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 (UK): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)
Dementia is increasing across Africa — but why?Is it because more people are developing dementia, or because more cases are finally being recognised?Dementia is often seen as a Western problem, but both the number of cases and the diagnosis of dementia are rising rapidly across Africa as healthcare systems struggle to respond. Improved community awareness and better recognition by trained professionals mean more cases are finally being diagnosed — especially as populations age and conditions like diabetes and hypertension become more common. 🎯 In this insightful One2One conversation, Dr Toyin Ajala — Geriatrician and Founder of JBS Gerontology Centre — joins host Tokunbo Shitta-Bey to explore: • The origins of dementia and its link with ageing. • How lifestyle and chronic disease contribute to dementia risk. • The human cost for families and communities. • What Africa’s healthcare systems must do to prepare for an ageing population. • How she managed to establish JBS Gerontology Centre and why it matters.🔥 A must-watch for healthcare leaders, policymakers, and families across Africa.📌 The Toyin Ajala One is part of a One2One Special Series on "Designing the Future of African Healthcare".ℹ️ About One2One:One2One ("The One2One Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's calm, comfortable setting and conversational style offers thought-provoking, intimate dialogue that provides fresh perspectives on today's most pressing issues.📺 Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 (UK): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)#Dementia #Ageing #HealthcareAfrica #One2One #ToyinAjala #NigeriaHealthcare #Dementiaawareness #ElderlyCare #Gerontology #ChronicDisease
In the concluding episode of this three-part series of One2One, Dr Ernest Ndukwe discusses the importance of network connectivity across Africa, the necessity of open markets and MTN's endeavours in "giving back" to society and the lives of millions of Nigerians across the country.🎯 In this conversation, Dr. Ndukwe shares: • How private sector experience gave him an edge in public service. • Why Nigeria’s ICT future depends on both innovation and integrity. • Key lessons from bridging boardrooms and national policy. • His philosophy on decision-making, resilience, and nation-building. • Reflections on leadership beyond titles, focused on service and legacy.0:00 Intro – Welcome to Part 3 0:28 From Private Sector to Public Service – A Different DNA 2:05 How Private Sector Experience Shaped My Leadership 3:40 Lessons from 10 Years in Public Service 5:15 Decision-Making in High-Stakes Environments 7:00 Bridging Boardrooms and National Policy 8:45 Why Innovation and Integrity Must Go Together 10:20 Building Nigeria’s ICT Future Beyond Titles 12:05 Leadership as Service and Legacy 13:50 Final Reflections – A Call to Future LeadersAbout the GuestDr. Ernest Ndukwe is a telecommunications engineer, ICT advocate, and business leader, celebrated as the Father of Modern Nigerian Telecommunications. He served as Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) during the liberalisation era that unlocked massive growth in the sector. Today, he is Chairman of MTN Nigeria, the nation’s largest telecoms operator, and continues to shape the future of Africa’s digital economy.🔥 A must-watch for entrepreneurs, policymakers, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology, leadership, and national development.Watch Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/EF2Rc1guVZUWatch Part 2 here: https://youtu.be/Qe1ihVobnJM📺 Watch now and subscribe for more big-ideas conversations that influence society:About one2one:One2one ("The one2one Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 (UK): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)#ErnestNdukwe #TheErnestNdukewOne #Digital #NigerianTelecoms # #Telecoms #ICT #One2OneShow #Nigeria #Leadership #MTN #Nitel #Glo #Econet
What does it mean to lead with integrity when billions are at stake? 💡In Part 2 of our One2One conversation with Dr Ernest Ndukwe, widely regarded as the father of modern telecommunications in Nigeria, we explore his leadership journey in public service, the challenges of regulating a fast-growing telecom sector, and the lessons he has carried into the boardroom as current Chairman of MTN Nigeria.🎯 In this conversation, Dr Ndukwe shares: • Why leadership in public service is about serving the whole nation. • How integrity guided him during Nigeria’s telecom liberalisation era. • The challenges of being a regulator when money and power were at stake. • Key differences between leadership in the private vs public sectors. • His philosophy on ethics, accountability, and national development. • Reflections on building Nigeria’s ICT foundation for the future.0:00 Intro – Welcome to Part 2 0:22 Public Service vs Private Sector Leadership 2:05 Why Public Service Decisions Affect the Whole Country 4:15 Leading with Integrity in a High-Stakes Telecom Era 6:30 Challenges of Regulating Amid Money and Power 8:10 Ethics, Accountability & the Role of a Regulator 10:22 Leadership Lessons from the NCC Years 12:40 Transitioning from Public Service to Corporate Leadership 14:15 Reflections on Building Trust in Leadership 16:05 The Legacy of Nigeria’s Telecom Liberalization 17:45 Final Thoughts – Shaping the Future of Leadership in AfricaAbout the GuestDr. Ernest Ndukwe is a telecommunications engineer, ICT advocate, and business leader, celebrated as the Father of Modern Nigerian Telecommunications. He served as Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) during the liberalisation era that unlocked massive growth in the sector. Today, he is Chairman of MTN Nigeria, the nation’s largest telecoms operator, and continues to shape the future of Africa’s digital economy.🔥 A must-watch for entrepreneurs, policymakers, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology, leadership, and national development.Watch Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/EF2Rc1guVZU📺 Watch now and subscribe for more big-ideas conversations that influence society:About one2one:One2one ("The one2one Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 (UK): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)#ErnestNdukwe #TheErnestNdukewOne #Digital #NigerianTelecoms # #Telecoms #ICT #One2OneShow #Nigeria #Leadership #MTN #Nitel #Glo #Econet
From less than 500,000 phone lines to over 80 million in just 10 years, Nigeria’s telecoms story is nothing short of a revolution.📱📡In this insightful episode of One2One, Tokunbo Shitta-Bey discusses with Dr Ernest Ndukwe, Chairman of MTN Nigeria and widely regarded as the "Father of Nigeria's telecommunications revolution". As CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), he presided over one of the most transparent and efficient licensing auctions in Africa at the time, catalysing mobile telephony in Nigeria and expanding mobile and internet access nationwide.🎯 In this conversation, Dr. Ndukwe shares: • How Nigeria’s telecoms sector transformed from scarcity to mass access. • The role of liberalisation in driving innovation and growth. • Lessons learned from leading Nigeria’s ICT revolution. • His vision for the future of mobile, broadband, and digital inclusion. • Leadership insights from decades in public service and private enterprise.0:00 Intro – Welcome to One2One 0:25 From Half a Million Phone Lines to 80 Million 2:10 The Liberalisation of Nigeria’s Telecom Sector 4:05 Driving ICT Growth Across Two Decades 6:12 Lessons from Leading the NCC During Telecom Reform 8:20 Expanding Mobile and Internet Access Nationwide 10:05 Challenges of Regulating a Rapidly Growing Sector 12:15 Leadership Principles from Public Service to Boardrooms 14:40 The Future of Mobile, Broadband & Digital Inclusion 16:55 How Nigeria Can Compete in the Global Digital Economy 18:20 Final Reflections – Shaping Africa’s ICT FutureAbout the GuestDr. Ernest Ndukwe is a telecommunications engineer, ICT advocate, and business leader, celebrated as the Father of Modern Nigerian Telecommunications. He served as Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) during the liberalisation era that unlocked massive growth in the sector. Today, he is Chairman of MTN Nigeria, the nation’s largest telecoms operator, and continues to shape the future of Africa’s digital economy.🔥 A must-watch for entrepreneurs, policymakers, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology, leadership, and national development.📺 Watch now and subscribe for more big-ideas conversations that influence society:About one2one:One2one ("The one2one Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 (UK): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)#ErnestNdukwe #TheErnestNdukewOne #Digital #NigerianTelecoms # #Telecoms #ICT #One2OneShow #Nigeria #Leadership #MTN #Nitel #Glo #Econet
What will it take for Nigeria to compete and win on the global athletics stage? 🏃♀️🇳🇬In this concluding episode of One2One with Bambo Akani, Founder & CEO of Making of Champions (MoC), we explore the future of Nigerian athletics, the challenges facing sports development, and the opportunities to transform the nation into a powerhouse on the world stage.🎯 In this conversation, Bambo shares: • Nigeria’s prospects at the World Athletics Championships. • Why talent is never the problem — but structures are. • The importance of coaching, facilities, and athlete welfare. • Lessons from MoC’s journey creating Olympic qualifying competitions. • What Nigeria can learn from countries that consistently produce champions. • His long-term vision for building champions beyond medals.0:00 Intro – Welcome to Part 2 0:25 Nigeria’s Prospects at the World Athletics Championships 2:00 Why 2025 Is a Critical Year for Nigerian Athletics 3:15 The Problem Isn’t Talent – It’s Structure 5:05 Coaching, Facilities & Athlete Welfare 7:18 What Nigeria Can Learn from Other Athletics Nations 9:40 Lessons from MoC’s Olympic Qualifying Competitions 11:22 The Long Road to Building a Winning Athletics Culture 13:15 Beyond Medals – Identity, Pride & National Development 15:00 Bambo’s Vision for the Future of Nigerian Athletics 16:45 Final Reflections – Raising Champions for Generations to ComeAbout the GuestBambo Akani is the Founder & CEO of Making of Champions, a pioneering athletics management and media company. A Cambridge-trained engineer turned sports entrepreneur, he has become a leading voice in Nigerian athletics. Through MoC, he continues to nurture grassroots talent and build platforms that give African athletes a fair shot at global success.🔥 A must-watch for sports fans, policymakers, and anyone passionate about youth development, talent building, and African excellence.📺 Watch now and subscribe for more big-idea conversations that influence societyAbout one2one:One2one ("The one2one Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 (UK): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)#TheBamboAkaniOne #OlympicGold #NigerianAthletics #MakingOfChampions #One2OneSeries #AfricanAthletics #SportsEntrepreneurship #AthleteDevelopment #ChampionMindset #Athletics #One2OneShow #NigeriaSports #Olympics
Educated as an engineer at Cambridge University, followed by a decade in global finance and management consulting, Bambo Akani embarked upon an inspiring journey to build Making of Champions (MoC) as an instrument for transforming African Athletics. In Part 1 of this riveting One2One conversation with Tokunbo Shitta-Bey, Bambo Akani, Founder & CEO of Making of Champions (MoC) talks about his pioneering mission and painstaking endeavours to discover, develop and nurture the next generation of African athletics talent.He delves into the grassroots "mechanics" of the MTN CHAMPS programme, the MoC Academy, and other MoC flagship competitions now officially recognised as Olympic qualifying events.Can Nigeria become a powerhouse in global competitive athletics? What does it take to finally win gold at the Olympics?🏅 🎯 In this conversation, Bambo shares: • His journey from Cambridge to building MoC in Nigeria. • The vision behind Making of Champions and its impact on African athletics. • Why grassroots talent development is the key to Olympic success. • How MoC created three of Africa’s top 10 Olympic qualifying competitions. • The challenges of sports management in Nigeria. • His passion for building athletes who can compete on the world stage.This is the beginning of a powerful two-part conversation on vision, grit, and the systems needed to bring Olympic glory to Africa. 👉 Stay tuned for Part 2, where we explore the business of sports, the challenges of management in Nigeria, and the future of African athletics.Chapters:0:00 Intro – Welcome to One2One 0:25 Meet Bambo Akani – Founder & CEO of Making of Champions 1:15 From Cambridge Engineer to Sports Entrepreneur 2:40 Why Making of Champions Was Born 4:05 Building Nigeria’s Athletics Future from the Grassroots 6:18 Organising Africa’s Top Olympic Qualifying Competitions 8:32 The Challenges of Sports Management in Nigeria 10:15 Nurturing Homegrown Talent for Global Success 12:00 Why Nigerian Athletes Deserve World-Class Opportunities 13:45 Vision for the Future of African Athletics 15:20 Final Reflections – Building Champions Beyond MedalsAbout the Guest:Bambo Akani is the Founder & CEO of Making of Champions, a pioneering athletics management and media company. A Cambridge-trained engineer turned sports entrepreneur, he has become an authority on Nigerian athletics. Through MoC, he has built some of Africa’s biggest Olympic qualifying competitions and continues to raise the next generation of African champions.🔥 A must-watch for sports fans, leaders, and anyone passionate about talent development and African excellence.#TheBamboAkaniOne #OlympicGold #NigerianAthletics #MakingOfChampions #One2OneSeries #AfricanAthletics #SportsEntrepreneurship #AthleteDevelopment #ChampionMindset #Athletics #One2OneShow #NigeriaSports #OlympicsAbout one2one:One2one ("The one2one Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 (UK): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)
In this inspiring episode of One2One, Dr. Sam Olu Faleye, Founder & CEO of Saglev, shares his remarkable journey from medicine into clean mobility — building Nigeria’s first electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing company.From the challenges of launching in an emerging market to breaking longstanding myths about EVs in Africa, Faleye reveals why sustainable transport is not just about cars — but about economic growth, energy security, and Africa’s future.🔑 What you’ll learn in this episode: • His journey from medicine and health informatics into mobility. • The truth about EV adoption in Nigeria & across Africa • The challenges of building an EV ecosystem in an emerging market. • Breaking myths about EV adoption in Nigeria. • How Saglev is assembling, distributing, and manufacturing EVs locally. • The role of policy, infrastructure, and government in driving clean mobility. • Leadership lessons and perseverance in a nascent industry • Saglev’s future plans to scale beyond Nigeria• Why Nigeria’s first EV company matters for Africa’s clean energy transitionThis is a powerful story of vision, resilience, and hope for Africa’s clean energy future.#SamOluFaleye #NigeriaEV #Saglev #One2One #CleanEnergyAfrica #SustainableTransport #EVNigeria #GreenMobility #AfricanInnovation #ElectricVehicles #FutureOfTransport #thisisone2one #BigIdeasAbout the GuestDr. Sam Olu Faleye is the Founder and Group CEO of Saglev Incorporated, Nigeria’s first electric vehicle manufacturing company. A medical doctor and health informatics researcher by training, he has become a vocal advocate for sustainable transport in developing and emerging economies. Through Saglev, he is pioneering clean mobility solutions tailored to Africa’s unique market and infrastructure realities.📌 If this conversation inspires you, like, comment, and subscribe to One2One for more "game-changing discussions on the big ideas that shape our thinking and help move society forward". https://www.youtube.com/@thisisone2oneAbout One2One:One2One ("The One2One Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 (UK): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)
In Part 2 of this exclusive 3-part One2One interview, Tunde Onakoya - Nigerian chess master, Guinness World Record holder, and founder of Chess in Slums Africa, reflects on how education, resilience and empowerment can transform the lives of children across Africa.Speaking with Tokunbo Shitta-Bey, Tunde shares the stories of children whose voices are often silenced by poverty — and how chess, mentorship, and literacy are giving them a platform to be heard.📌 In this conversation, Tunde reflects on:• The untapped potential of African children in underserved communities• Why education must focus on intellectual empowerment, not just classrooms• Stories of resilience from the Chess in Slums Africa initiative• The real wealth of Nigeria — human potential, not natural resources• His vision for scaling opportunity and changing global perceptions of the African childFrom Lagos to the global stage, this episode is about more than chess — it’s about hearing, amplifying, and empowering the voices of Africa’s next generation.📺 Watch Part 1 here → https://youtu.be/J-tq48XNIX4📺 Watch Part 2 now → You’re in the right place!👉 Don’t miss Part 3, coming soon on One2One.🔔Subscribe to One2One for more "game-changing discussions on the big ideas that shape our thinking and help move society forward".Chapters:0:00 Picking Up From Part 1 – The Story Continues 0:28 Why I Chose Times Square for a Guinness World Record 2:10 Surviving the Toughest Moments of the 60-Hour Chess Marathon 4:02 What Kept Me Going When My Body Wanted to Quit 5:15 Nigerians Everywhere Rallied Behind the Mission 7:12 What This Record Really Means for Chess in Slums Africa 9:20 How Global Visibility Opens Local Opportunities 11:05 My Definition of Purpose – Why I Keep Showing Up 13:40 Redefining the Nigerian Child Beyond Poverty 15:27 Lessons From Failure, Resilience, and Second Chances 17:33 What Leaders Can Learn From the Game of Chess 19:41 The Boldest Move – Challenging the Status Quo 21:08 Why We Must Invest in People, Not Just Resources 23:00 Raising Africa’s Next Generation of Thinkers and Innovators 24:42 Final Reflections – What Gives Me Hope for Africa About the Guest:Tunde Onakoya is the founder of Chess in Slums Africa, a non-profit organisation using chess, literacy, and mentorship to empower underprivileged children. His work has impacted thousands and earned global recognition from CNN, BBC, Al Jazeera, and Forbes.If this conversation inspires you, like, comment, and share this video.📌 Subscribe to One2One for more game-changing conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisone2oneAbout One2One:One2One ("The One2One Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 (UK): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)
According to UNICEF, Nigeria has the highest number of out-of-school children in the world — 18.3 million as of May 2024. That’s 1 in 5 (20%) of the world’s out-of-school children, with the greatest impact felt in rural and underserved communities.In Part 1 of this exclusive 3-part One2One interview, Tunde Onakoya - Nigerian chess master, Guinness World Record holder, and founder of Chess in Slums Africa - reveals how his organisation is giving thousands of children the chance to dream and win against the odds.Speaking with Tokunbo Shitta-Bey, Tunde shares his lived experience of poverty, the inspiration behind Chess in Slums Africa, and how chess is transforming education and creating opportunities for children in some of Africa’s poorest communities.📌 In one of his most in-depth conversations to date, Tunde discusses:
From the streets of Ikorodu to the global stage, Tunde Onakoya’s journey is a powerful testament to resilience — and a reminder that potential is more powerful than poverty.
About the Guest:Tunde Onakoya is the founder of Chess in Slums Africa, a non-profit organisation using chess, literacy, and mentorship to empower underprivileged children. His work has impacted thousands and earned global recognition from CNN, BBC, Al Jazeera, and Forbes.If this conversation inspires you, like, comment, and share this video.📌 Subscribe to One2One for more game-changing conversations.About One2One:One2One ("The One2One Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 (UK): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)
In this second instalment with Moses Babatope, founder and CEO of Nile Media Entertainment and co-founder of Filmhouse Group, we dive deeper into the business of film, cultural authenticity and the future of Nollywood.From the behind-the-scenes story of The Wedding Party to what makes a box office hit, Moses unpacks the instincts behind “picking winners,” the formula for hit films and why indigenous language films might hold the key to Nollywood’s global dominance. He discusses the challenges of funding, the need for collaboration, the power of cinema as a cultural mirror and how Nigerian storytelling is finding its authentic voice on the world stage.#thisisone2one #MosesBabatope #FilmBusiness #Nollywood #BoxOffice #Cinema #BigIdeas #AfricanFilm #Filmhouse #TheWeddingPartyAbout One2One:One2One ("The One2One Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 (UK): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)
Moses Babatope, Founder/CEO of Nile Media Entertainment and Co-Founder of the FilmHouse Group, is one of the most influential figures in Nigerian and African cinema. From the early days of fewer than 10 cinemas nationwide to a thriving film industry generating ₦11.9 billion at the box office, Babatope has had a "front row" seat at the forefront of this rapidly evolving movie industry.In this episode of one2one, he unpacks the incredible journey of building a viable cinema ecosystem, the phenomenal rise of Nigerian content to approximately 50% of the total box office share, and the role of technology and transparency in driving growth throughout the industry. He also examines the challenges of funding, distribution, piracy, and the pressing need for data-driven structures to propel Nollywood to the next level.#thisisone2one #MosesBabatope #FilmBusiness #Nollywood #BoxOffice #Cinema #BigIdeas #AfricanFilm #FilmhouseAbout One2One:One2One ("The One2One Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 (UK): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)
Ola Brown is a medical doctor, entrepreneur and Founder/General Partner at HealthCap Africa, a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments in the healthtech and fintech industries. She founded Flying Doctors Nigeria, one of West Africa's first air ambulance services, in 2007. In this highly engaging episode of one2one, Ola speaks passionately about tech entrepreneurship, backing "start-ups", and the importance of innovation in driving economic growth and lifting millions of Africans out of poverty. #thisisone2one #TheOlaBrownOne #OlaBrown #healthtech #fintech #HealthCap #flyingdoctors #venturecapital #Leadership #BigIdeas #Innovation #Healthcare #TechforGoodAbout One2One:One2One ("The One2One Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.
Shaibu Hussaini is a Nigerian journalist, film critic and Director General of the Nigerian Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB). In this concluding instalment of #TheShaibuHusseiniOne, He discusses Nollywood's potential and the opportunities for global repositioning and scale.#thisisone2one #TheShaibuHusseiniOne #Entertainment #Nollywood #Film #Leadership #BigIdeasAbout One2One:One2One ("The One2One Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.