WOYM EP 18: Uncomfortable Truths: 2026 World Cup Boycott & Local Politics

Uncomfortable truths on a global and local scale. In this episode, we discuss complicity on two completely different scales: the global sports entertainment machine and our domestic political systems First, we slide into the stadiums of the 2026 World Cup currently being hosted across Canada, Mexico, and the USA. But we aren't talking about the goals.  Then, we dive into a raw, unfiltered assessment of contemporary African governance. Why do everyday citizens continuously lower the bar for leadership by making excuses for corrupt and thugish political styles? We challenge the toxic mentality that "the end justifies the means" and confront the unsettling reality that true change will never happen until we stop settling for a broken status quo. What’s on your mind? Don't just listen, join the conversation NOW in the comments. New Episode out every 2nd and 4th Friday on africatechradio.com and across ALL podcast platforms.   Resources (Links): On Anti-Corruption Reforms in Nigeria - https://www.chathamhouse.org/2025/03/taking-action-against-corruption-nigeria/02-25-years-anti-corruption-reforms-nigeria   On the 2026 World Cup - https://www.instagram.com/p/DZhZb9EDBqQ/?img_index=3 Guest Features: a) Yinka Ogunnubi is a corporate treasury leader and President of the Association of Corporate Treasurers of Nigeria (ACTN), known for shaping financial strategy, policy discourse, and industry collaboration. As a Finance Professional, he champions innovation in liquidity, FX risk, and digital finance, while influencing national conversations on governance, taxation, and economic development.   Duration: ~49 minutes Produced by: Africa Tech Radio Listen on: Podbean | Spotify| Apple Podcasts