WOYM Ep 22: The Chess Game of Nigerian Politics ft. Opeyemi Adamolekun
In this milestone 22nd episode — and our very first official video broadcast — Ekene and Ayisha sit down with Opeyemi Adamolekun, founding Executive Director of Enough is Enough Nigeria (EiE), to dissect the high-stakes chess game of Nigerian politics.
Using the recent Osun State elections as a case study, we pull back the curtain on political strategy, celebrity influence, international appeals, and shifting party loyalties.
From Davido’s high-profile campaign push and calls for international intervention to the last-minute Accord Party maneuvers and Governor Adeleke’s surprising endorsement of President Tinubu’s second term, where does civic responsibility end and political expediency begin?
In this episode, we cover:
- The political maneuvering and crowd dynamics behind the Osun State election.
- Pop culture meets politics: Davido’s campaign push, international appeals, and foreign commentary.
- Last-minute party candidate switches and the “Accord Party” dynamic.
- Governor Adeleke’s strategic nod to Tinubu and the reality of political survival.
- Reclaiming civic space: How citizens can navigate Nigeria’s complex political landscape.
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Resources (Links):
1) The thesis of political capitalism by the Ideas Letter – https://www.theideasletter.org/essay/the-thesis-of-political-capitalism/
2) Personal Instagram Videos around Osun elections
- https://www.instagram.com/reel/DcPJGKuRY_i/?igsh=MWhxYXo2OHFleGh6Mg==
- https://youtu.be/Fd8JEmM0qGw?is=Jr8zanYUfUjblvM_
Guest Feature:
Opeyemi Adamolekun is a prominent Nigerian governance advocate, activist, and policy expert. She is the founding Executive Director of Enough is Enough Nigeria (EiE), a leading civic organization dedicated to promoting accountability, citizen participation, and democratic governance. With extensive experience in public policy and civic engagement, she has played a significant role in advancing electoral integrity and government accountability in Nigeria.
Opeyemi also serves as a Senior Associate at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and was recognized with the Global Citizen Prize in 2022 for her contributions to civic leadership and democratic development.
Duration: ~ 48 minutes
Produced by: Africa Tech Radio
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