The InyangEffiong Show

A short talk with Dzyna, an architect, film producer and all-around creative.  We discussed her journey from being an Architect to a published fiction author with four books on amazon.com and now combining all her experience to give creatives production support Her bio in her words... D., Queen Of F'A'Arts. F'A'Arts. is abbreviation for Fashion Architecture, and Arts. I am a published author and I like to call me the Poet of Destiny, on a MISSION TO MAKE LOVE COOL AGAIN! I am a Military lover, Adventurer, Nature and Culinary enthusiast. I am also the C. E. O of Ebae Empire, which is a design entity committed to Nation Building, Human Capital Development, and enhancing the living experience of families the world over through Design (Fashion, Architecture, & Arts for film and reality). contact: Instagram: queenoffaarts [email protected]   Amazon link - https://www.amazon.com.au/Kindle-Store-Destiny-Queen-of-FAArts/s?rh=n%3A2490359051%2Cp_27%3ADestiny++Queen+of+F%27A%27Arts

AVM Femi Gbadebo (rtd.) on starting and running a sustainable business & his work in disability advocacy. His journey from a fighter pilot to the higher echelon of the Nigeria Airforce, transiting to civilian life, his experiences in disability management and why we should all look into and contribute towards making Nigeria a place where the disabled (and their family) can lead a fulfilled life. In this interview, we discussed; His Airforce Journey Teaching at the airforce and in civilian life What it takes to start a business How to make your business have staying power/growth Living a life for others and so much more  More info at http://inyangeffiong.com Episode sponsors OutdoorsTour are running special holidays for Motorsport lovers at http://outdoorstour.com/racing Witness Nigeria's first track racing event at Abraka with your friends and family. Links Benola Cerebral Palsy Initiative Benola on Facebook The InyangEffiong Show on Facebook

Interview with Prof. OA Fakinlede oafak.com on the best practices in teaching engineering design in Nigerian Universities and other resource-constrained countries. In this episode, we discussed the best way to teach hard subjects so that students will gain relevant knowledge, how to leverage current technology to improve lecture delivery, design as a solution to multiple issues and what lies ahead in engineering education. We discussed Autodesk's Fusion 360 https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/overview and why he loves the software Prof. Omotayo Fakinlede is a visiting professor of Mechanical Engineering at LandMark University, Omu Aran in Kwara State of Nigeria.  With over 35 years experience, he has been at the forefront of engineering education and practice in Nigeria, both at the University and in research and support institutions. You can reach Prof. OA Fakinlede at his website oafak.com. Additional information at inyangeffiong.com Episode sponsors http://outdoorstour.com/ 

Mr. 'Wale Lawal of Oliver's cafe talks about the Cafe origins, their focus on giving customers a place to have coffee, eat and meet and why they target the business crowd. Oliver's Cafe, 26 Ladoke Akintola St., New Bodija, Ibadan   inyangeffiong.com/ep17

This episode is an analysis of Critical Thinking, which I would treat in 2 parts   What is Critical Thinking and how do we apply it?   We look at the definition of Critical Thinking We look at some of the Skills you need to be able to practice Critical Thinking   observation,  analysis,  interpretation,  reflection,  evaluation,  inference,  explanation,  problem solving We also covered what you should be able to do when you have acquired the skills of Critical thinking   Next is some practical application of Critical Thinking in our day to day connected life How can we use it to analyse spam post we receive and in discussions we take part in. Show notes at inyangeffiong.com

Bola Bolarin of XtreMechanics talks about the school Why it was set up to cater to students from artisans, secondary school leavers and graduates looking for a career change Bola goes into details on what the school offers from Multimedia assisted training to 3D design, printing and related technologies.  Bola also talks about why the school does Kevlar production and other composite technologies and collaboration with Universities and professional institutes on current research 

In this episode, we speak with Dr. David Prescott, a psychiatrist at Panacea Hospital in Ibadan on Mental Health Issues and Substance abuse in Nigeria. In this eye-opening interview, he explains what mental illness is and how to spot it, the spread of substance abuse among teenagers and young adults. Dr. Prescott explains the main myths and misconception that surrounds mental health in Nigeria and touches on the issues around substance abuse in Nigeria.     Shownotes at Inyangeffiong.com  

Cooking good food made simple and easy with Chef KD Prime - Kola Dosunmu. Chef KD Prime breaks down the essentials to having a good meal every day at home in this episode and goes into his journey from his first attempt at frying eggs  at the age of 7 years to a professional Chef  with plans to open a chain of restaurants soon! Chef KP Prime talks about What you need to be able to cook well (surprisingly not much) Quick and tasty meals The basics of good cooking His journey into cooking Cooking at a high level His plans for expansion And much more Get one of his recipes at inyangeffiong.com/kdprime

This episode is the review of the book, Move Up: Why Some Cultures Advance and Some Don't  by Clotaire Rapaille and Andrés Roemer.   The book explores the various reasons some cultures are open to innovation and people moving up and the link between biology and culture. Backed up by facts, research and copious references, Move Up is a recommended read for anyone interested the puzzle of why we have some much poverty, wars, backwardness in an age of almost unlimited information and potential. Links to the book and other information at inyangeffiong.com The book is available at Books on the Loose and also on Amazon

Paul Foh, Author, Lifestyle Coach, Consultant Starting from a 5$ a day business to consulting for multi nationals across Africa, Paul shares what it takes to start your brand, develop it and improve it Questions answered in this episode.. What is a brand? How do we develop our personal or company brand? And how do we improve the brand and make it the best in class? Paul went into details on brand development for individuals and companies with actionable examples. Some tools for selling your brand Webinars FaceBook Live Periscope Internet Groups

Join Sune Thuesen as he describes his journey on a bicycle from Denmark across Europe into North Africa. Sune cycled down from North Africa down into West Africa and we met with him at Lagos, Nigeria where shared his journey experience and his views on West Africa with us.

Beauty Kumesine of Blazing Heart Autism Centre on managing kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disabilities, what services the centre provides, what drove her to start the foundation and plans for the future. How do you identify a child falling under the Autism Spectrum? What do you do next? All this and more on ASD is explained by Mrs. Beauty Kumesine in this episode.

From Idea to Product, Jide Ipaye shares how he started the KEEXS.com sneaker brand from the frustration of not finding suitable shoes for himself. Join us as we follow Jide on his journey from a personal problem to the creation of a  business and upcoming iconic brand

Jane Michael Ekanem fashion entrepreneur and Creative Director of the eponymous JaneMichael,  talks about her work, how she got her big breakthrough, working as the fashion stylist for MTN Project Fame reality show, what drives her, what takes to be in the fashion business, tip - love the work!

Ladi Soetan of SijiSoetan and Associates talks about keeping fit with cycling (and running), cycling in Lagos and how a cycling club helps people have a structure to their cycling and workouts while keeping up with their busy schedules!

IB Udofia, an adventure travel expert shares with us tips and strategy for adventure travel while holding a steady job.  We go along with IB on two of his trips, first through Cameroon to the border with Gabon and back to Nigeria and then from Holland to Sweden the long way around via Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Germany and over to Denmark then Sweden. All on motorcycles.

Interview with Derek Smith, the Principal of Olashore International School, Iloko Ijesha in Osun State, Nigeria Mr. Smith talks in this interview about Olashore International School, how the school maintains its ranking as among the best schools in Nigeria, how the drive for excellence is achieved with forward looking programs. A grand tour of Olashore International School and its culture of excellence and producing future leaders.

Our guest on this episode is Omo Alokwe, an IT Business Analyst who rode his KTM from Lands End in England to Lagos in Nigeria starting out in December of 2015. Omo's journey was to raise awareness for the medical charity, MSF- Medicine Sans Frontier. His journey took him through Europe down to North Africa, then into West Africa ending in Lagos, Nigeria. We hear from Omo about his experiences during the trip, his planning and lessons from the journey. 

AN Interview with Peter Egbumoke of Felicia Michael Save Our Soul Foundation. A charity that provides food and other essentials to the needy in Lagos and plans to expand to cover Nigeria This interview covers what drove Peter to start the foundation, what the foundation does, challenges along the way and what his plans for the future are.