Ola Raheem, Ph.D

Ph.D, Peace, Security & Humanitarian Strategy. Expert in Policy Research, Diplomacy, Cross-Border SWOT & EWS.

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[Ola Raheem, Ph.D @jasmine4luv]

A judgment day when "All Eyes on the Judiciary" exponents asking for miracle of what's not rightfully theirs slept off in the court room while genuine owners of mandate rep by VP #Shettima kept opened eyes on the ball. @PBATMediaCentre @officialABAT

[Slim @onu_slim]

This woman is fine and sensible.

In 2005, Funke Opeke returned to Nigeria after spending about 20 years building her telecommunications career in the United States, including working as an executive at Verizon.

She had studied electrical engineering at Obafemi Awolowo University before earning a master’s degree at Columbia University.

But returning home exposed her to a problem she couldn’t ignore. Nigeria’s internet infrastructure was far behind what she had experienced abroad.

She became MTN Nigeria’s Chief Technical Officer and later worked on efforts to revive NITEL. Those experiences convinced her that Nigeria needed better digital infrastructure.

In 2008, she made a bold decision to build build a private submarine cable connecting West Africa to international internet networks.

The idea sounded almost impossible. The project required $240 million as at then

She struggled to raise capital. The first $3.2 million came from friends and family, but she persisted until she secured the funding needed to move forward.

In 2010, MainOne’s 7,000-kilometre submarine cable went live, becoming West Africa’s first privately owned, open-access submarine cable system.

She had identified a problem that affected millions of people and built infrastructure that helped expand internet connectivity across the region.

In 2022, American digital infrastructure company Equinix completed its acquisition of MainOne for approximately $320 million.

The lesson I take from her journey is simple: sometimes, the biggest business opportunity is hidden inside a problem everyone has accepted as normal.

[Slim @onu_slim]

Nnamdi Ezeigbo spent two years searching for a job after his NYSC. He had studied engineering and hoped to work for an oil company, but that opportunity never came.

Rather than wait indefinitely, he changed direction.

He spent six months learning computer repairs from a friend, without earning a salary. Eventually, he became so good at the work that customers preferred him. His growing popularity created tension, and his friend asked him to leave.

He had no money to rent an office.

His solution? He approached a nearby bookshop owner and negotiated to share half the space for N25,000 a year.

That was how he began building the business that became SLOT Systems.

When GSM technology arrived in Nigeria, he recognised another opportunity. He approached Nokia with an idea for dual-SIM phones, but the company rejected his proposal.

He didn’t stop there.

He travelled to China, connected with a phone manufacturer, and helped develop the first Tecno handset. The first model struggled in the market, and its dual-SIM feature had problems. They corrected the issues and introduced another model.

Gradually, the brand gained acceptance.

Today, SLOT is a major Nigerian electronics retailer, while Tecno has grown into a recognised international phone brand.

His story reminds me that rejection is not always the end of an opportunity. Sometimes, it simply means you need to find another route to make your idea work.

[Northern Lights @aurorayunusa]

Lagos traffic jam is a daily occurrence in which sections that didn't experience it on a particular day, hour or moment is sheer luck not by design. Few points as follows if addressed could offer a lasting relief:

* Decentralise the ports (ALL the coastal cities should have ports equipped to handle ocean going vessels) and dredge inland water ways for smaller ships and berges to utilise.

* Lagos state should incentivise investors to deploy thousands of a mix of Electric/Solar/Diesel powered Mass transit buses on ALL routes to reduce private vehicles (conveying one or two people at most) choking the insufficient roads (see photo attached).

Expand the metro rail lines (at least 50km annual addition for a decade) to cover 70% of the commercial and habitable areas.

* Some estimates put cargo movement in Nigeria above 80% dependent by road. Rail and pipe networks to various destinations need to be strengthen. For example, NNPCL used to have depots across many cities that received pumped fuels for local distribution in the past.

* Proactive cities across the globe had come to the realisation of the need to provide safe cyclable and trekkable routes for thier citizens. Lagos needs to learn from Dutch cities.

* De-populate Lagos through FGN massive investment in industrial hubs in at least 2 cities in each geographical zone) to ease migration to Lagos.

[Kayode Okikiolu @KayodeOkikiolu]

The reason behind Lagos Traffic in the past 24 hours is so complex.

From inadequate road infrastructure to unworthy heavy duty vehicles and impatience.

Hope we do better as a people.

[Oyindamola🙄 @dammiedammie35]

Ogogo’s brother just posted this video of them together….. just listen to what Ogogo was saying in the video🥹💔

[𝕊𝕚𝕣 𝕃𝕒𝕓𝕝𝕦 @sirlablu]

My head is deep in the rabbit hole, and sometimes you actually find a real nut in there. See for yourselves. 🐇

@ruffydfire once you’re done mourning those missing millions, kindly set that “minor” issue aside. We need to focus on the real national emergency: the $420 forfeiture! 😂

[Omo Kogi (Yagba) 🌍 @harrysone9]

This is the funniest video of Baba Suwe you will see on your timeline 😭😭😭😂

[36kinniun media👑 🦁 🕊 @fattylincorn_01]

Owo Blow remains one of the best movies. Late Ogogo demonstrated his acting skills. 🕊️🙏💔

[Punch Newspapers @MobilePunch]

𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤: 𝐎𝐠𝐨𝐠𝐨’𝐬 ‘𝐈 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐯𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝’ 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡

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[𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 @AsakyGRN]

The full video of K1 De Ultimate’s tribute song to Taiwo Hassan (Ogogo).

K1 De Ultimate began to cry when he started to eulogize Taiwo Hassan (Ogogo) to the extent that he couldn’t control the tears anymore. His band members had to console him on stage to stop crying.

[Yemi King @TheYemiKing]

Òkú ń sunkún òkú, Akáṣọlérí ń sunkún ara wọn.

In May 1990, during the burial rites of the great Hubert Ogunde, Dr I-Show Pepper (Ishola Ogunsola) led the dirge and procession while the prolific chanter Ogogo (Taiwo Hassan) carried the powerful oríkì and chants that day.

I-Show Pepper himself later joined the ancestors on 28 December 1992.

The same Ogogo who led those chants for Ogunde died yesterday (23 August 2026) and will be buried today, 24 August 2026, in his hometown Ilaro.

Who will now chant for him?

[Abu Jawad @Abu_Jawaadd]

Innalillahi, All this is money
wai Dan Allah wannan duk kudi ne?😭😭😭

Allah ya isa mu😭 tabbas ya tanadi abunda zai fadawa ubangiji tun da wuri.

[King (Dr.) Saheed Osupa Akorede Okunola @saheedosupa]

Today, I celebrate another year of life, purpose, and grace.

Between my last birthday and this one, I have been blessed with remarkable achievements and significant milestones in my career and personal journey.

Happy Birthday to me; OBA ORIN 👑👑👑!

[Viral Clips 🎬 @Taniapari185526]

Fierce warthog mother chases down a cheetah cub

[Imtiaz Mahmood @ImtiazMadmood]

Helping hands

[Nigeria Stories @NigeriaStories]

World News: 18-year old American engineer and educator, Nathan Thomas, has been officially recognised by Guinness World Records as the youngest male professor ever after breaking a record that had stood for more than three centuries.

[Amukelani Moyani @AmukelaniMoyani]

He left a bar with a "woman", only to discover it's a Man...and all hell broke loose!!!

[Ola Raheem, Ph.D @jasmine4luv]

No competition. @saheedosupa is my GOAT in music. His composition and delivery is classic. Thanks @burnaboy for your global validation. Only the GOAT 🐐 identifies a GOAT 🐐

[King (Dr.) Saheed Osupa Akorede Okunola @saheedosupa]

Burna Boy's heartfelt tribute, naming me as his GOAT singer on a global stage, is a monumental moment that celebrates the soul of Fuji music and its timeless influence.

This honour, not only, uplifts my journey, but also, shines a brilliant light on our rich cultural heritage, bridging generations and genres worldwide.

I am profoundly grateful for this powerful acknowledgment from a true Afropop titan, the African Giant himself, of whom I am also a great fan. Together, we are redefining African music legacy and inspiring the world with authentic, vibrant sounds.

To Oluwa Burna and every music lover embracing our story - thank you for believing in the magic of Fuji. Thank you for believing in Africa's ingenious creativity.

I look forward to attending one of your upcoming concerts to appreciate your God-given talents and reciprocate your genuine love and affection. Keep prospering my beloved Burna @burnaboy 🙏🙏🙏.

The journey continues, stronger and more radiant than ever!

Oba Orin 👑👑👑

[Ola Raheem, Ph.D @jasmine4luv]

No competition. @saheedosupa is my GOAT in music. His composition and delivery is classic. Thanks @burnaboy for your global validation. Only the GOAT 🐐 identifies a GOAT 🐐

[Debayo @Debayo0001]

@saheedosupa @burnaboy My GOAT 🐐