#74 - Weyimi B. Lube | Nigerian Civil Liberties Series - Episode 13

"The Offside Musings Podcast" Okey Ndibe with Emeka Onyeagwa

In this episode, Okey Ndibe and Emeka Onyeagwa interview Weyimi Lube, a social commentator and advocate for good governance in Nigeria. They discuss Weyimi's love for reading, especially books by Nigerian authors, and how it has shaped her political consciousness. Weyimi shares her experiences using her voice to advocate for change during political campaigns and the influence of her parents on her values and leadership style. She also discusses the importance of having a support system to navigate challenges. The conversation explores the experience of bigotry and division leading up to the election, the day of the election, the violence and intimidation faced, and the aftermath and reflection on the events. The conversation covers topics such as support from the diaspora, the impact of a CNN appearance, transitioning to a new name, and the speaker's education and experience at university. Weyimi B. Lube discusses her experiences with different Heads of Department (HODs) during her studies and the impact they had on her perspective. She shares her thoughts on Obi's presidency and how she believes he would have been accountable to the youth if he had won. Weyimi emphasizes the importance of problem-solving and the need for balance in leadership and followership. She also discusses the tendency to normalize abnormalities in Nigeria and the need for effective communication. Weyimi expresses her concerns about the economic crisis in Nigeria and the dire situation faced by the people. She highlights the passion and apathy of Nigerian youth and the lack of reasoning in Nigerian politics. Weyimi calls for young people's involvement in politics and discusses the potential future of Nigeria. The conversation covers various topics related to politics and society in Nigeria. It emphasizes the need for the Labor Party to be actively involved in society and address the concerns of the people. Peter Obi's intentionality and his engagement with youth and women are highlighted as positive aspects. The role of social media in spreading messages and the importance of education and sensitization are discussed. The conversation also emphasizes the need for unity and addressing personal issues. The interview concludes with a discussion on relaxation and hobbies, as well as reflections on the interview itself.

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Chapters:

• 00:00 - Introduction and Background
• 02:27 - Love for Books and Reading
• 07:07 - Influence of Reading on Political Consciousness
• 13:27 - Basic Understanding of Politics
• 16:22 - Using Voice to Educate and Mobilize
• 32:34 - Navigating Relationships and Repercussions
• 38:42 - Unity and Love in Nigeria
• 43:36 - The 2023 Presidential and National Assembly Elections
• 44:25 - The Day of the Election
• 46:03 - Emotional Impact of the Election
• 50:26 - Violence and Intolerance
• 56:13 - The Importance of Love and Unity
• 59:58 - Support from the Diaspora
• 01:04:16 - Reflections on the Election
• 01:14:23 - Choosing to Get Active
• 01:17:16 - Bullying and Support from the Diaspora
• 01:18:16 - The Power of Social Media and Diaspora Support
• 01:19:13 - The Emotional Connection and Support from the Diaspora
• 01:20:12 - People Flying Back to Nigeria to Vote
• 01:21:10 - The Impact of the CNN Interview
• 01:23:30 - The Personal Experience of the CNN Interview
• 01:24:59 - The Effect of the CNN Interview on Social Media
• 01:25:58 - Choosing a Name and Maintaining Authenticity
• 01:27:26 - The Significance of the Name 'Orishawemi'
• 01:28:52 - The Decision to Start a Podcast and Making an Impact
• 01:30:49 - The Impact of CNN and Managing Expectations
• 01:33:17 - The Isolation and Challenges of University Life
• 01:35:10 - Education and Experience at Ogun State University
• 01:37:31 - The Importance of Speaking Yoruba in University
• 01:38:00 - The Unique Experience of Ibogun Campus
• 01:40:20 - Living in Close Proximity with Family
• 01:41:43 - The Challenges of Socializing in University
• 01:44:08 - The Importance of Critical Thinking in Engineering
• 01:48:02 - Accountability and Vision for a President
• 01:49:27 - The Accessibility and Relatability of Peter Obi
• 01:51:06 - The Ability to Provide Feedback to Peter Obi
• 01:54:06 - The Impact and Accessibility of Peter Obi
• 01:55:01 - The Experience of Gaslighting and Complaints
• 01:55:56 - Tolerance and Normalizing Abnormalities
• 01:56:54 - Lack of Balance in Leadership and Followership
• 01:57:24 - The Impact of Economic Crisis on Daily Life
• 01:58:21 - Calling Out Flaws and Propaganda
• 01:59:50 - The Importance of Constructive Criticism
• 02:00:49 - The Need for Progress and Change
• 02:01:19 - Economic Crisis as an Excuse
• 02:02:14 - The Struggle of Daily Life and Financial Burdens
• 02:03:13 - The Impact of Economic Crisis on Burials
• 02:04:05 - Rising Cost of Rice and Minimum Wage Disparity
• 02:05:02 - The Passion and Passionate-ness of Nigerians
• 02:05:30 - The Lack of Reason and Absence of Judgment
• 02:06:57 - The Importance of Education and Formation
• 02:07:26 - The Irrationality and Animalistic Drive in Nigeria
• 02:08:52 - The Decline in Living Standards
• 02:09:18 - The Need for Overhaul and Change
• 02:10:06 - Existential Crisis and the Concept of Change
• 02:11:01 - The Importance of Being Proactive for the Next Election Cycle
• 02:13:04 - The Cycle of Apathy and Entrenched Parties
• 02:14:29 - Addressing Ethnic Cleansing and Speaking Out
• 02:15:30 - The Love for Tolerating Abuse and the Need for Change
• 02:16:28 - The Importance of Education and Sensitization
• 02:20:44 - The Flaws of the Labour Party and the Need for Intentionality
• 02:22:41 - The Importance of Youth Dialogues and Engaging with the People
• 02:24:07 - The Role of Peter Obi and the Need for Continuous Engagement
• 02:25:36 - The Responsibility of the People to Educate and Unlearn
• 02:27:02 - The Need for Unity and Addressing Personal Issues
• 02:28:31 - Relaxation and Enjoyment of Cartoons and Music

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