Join us as we sit down with Isemin Abia and Mohammed Ali El Sheikh, the visionary co-founders of Oakview Construction. They share their approach to using wood in concrete structures, blending their expertise in mechatronics and civil engineering to create innovative solutions. Gain a deeper understanding of how Oakview Construction is leading the charge in sustainable and efficient building techniques.

Finally, we navigate the delicate balance between foreign investment and local enterprise. Hear our guests' thoughts on the impact of global conglomerates on Nigeria's construction sector, the importance of maintaining local business opportunities, and the critical role of the Nigerian diaspora. We delve into strategies for successful private partnerships and leveraging cutting-edge technology like 3D manufacturing to propel the industry forward.

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ikpeme Neto, a healthcare technology entrepreneur in Nigeria with a dedication to healthcare accessibility, inspiring a movement towards technology-driven health insurance solutions for the informal economy.

We discuss his journey from being a physician with a dream to a digital health founder reshaping Nigerian healthcare.

Dr. Neto pulls back the curtain on Nigeria's healthcare challenges, from staggering out-of-pocket expenses to the issues with expanding insurance coverage. Wella Health emerges as a ray of hope, especially for the diaspora community, through pioneering services like HealthSend. We also dissect the mechanics of healthcare provider incentives and the art of public speaking, as Dr. Neto reflects on the potent lessons from his ventures. This episode is more than a conversation; it's a call to witness how the confluence of healthcare, entrepreneurship, and technology can forge a new path for national well-being.

Dr. Neto is a recipient of a $300k first place prize at the Africa Business Heroes competition, affirming the potency of his vision and the resilience of his team.

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In this episode, we sit down with Omoregie Osakpolor, a documentary photographer and filmmaker whose storytelling offers a profound commentary on the intricate weave of societal fabrics.

He shares insights from his latest work, "We Speak Their Names in Hushed Tones," illustrating the perils and emotional turmoil that family members experience due to the lack of communication with loved ones (some for about 6 years) who migrate from Nigeria to Europe using the Mediterranean Sea. These loved ones are often killed by aquatic predators, detained for illegal migration, or taken as victims of human trafficking and very few of them actually make it to their destination. Because their loved ones have no idea where they are, they keep hoping to hear from them. This leads to grief, leaving a void filled with unanswered prayers and endless waiting.

Omoregie's work has been displayed at the United Nations Headquarters in New York and the annual South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, TX. He is also a recipient of multiple international awards including the Fashola Photography Foundation Prize.

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