The much anticipated presidential election in Nigeria on 25th Feb was competitive, controversial and climactic. In this episode, Evelyn and Lara shared their observations of the day, expectations for Peter Obi and Nigerian youths as they prepare for another 8 years of APC government under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This is our final episode for this season. We have thoroughly enjoyed being on this road to the 2023 presidential election with our listeners and we look forward to returning with another engaging season in July. Until then, feel free to listen to all our past ep ..read more

With just 5 days away from the 2023 presidential election, we took a moment to share our final thoughts on the journey so far and matters such as silent voters, what is at stake if Nigerians get it wrong, do celebrities have a legitimate role to play in influencing people's votes? What could possibly go wrong? Will Peter Obi emerge the winner according to the polls?  What if there is a repeat of the 1993 annulment?  So much to consider! You don't want to miss this episode. Listen and share your thoughts with us! Be sure to check us out on Spotify, YouTube, Apple podcasts and wherever ..read more

This episode is about the man getting Nigerians excited about the 2023 presidential election, the presidential candidate for the Labour Party. There is a buzz around Peter Obi. His supporters think he is the antidote to Nigeria’s political woes. So, we talk about the things that makes him a viable candidate and concerns about whether he has the political stature to deliver all that he promises. Despite his almost perfect persona, he is not a man without controversy so we reviewed his secret activities revealed in the Pandora Papers and question whether he is truly the messiah Nigerians are wai ..read more

The man who rules the city of Lagos now wants to rule the Federal Republic of Nigeria as President. This episode is all about Bola Ahmed Tinubu, popularly know as the ‘Jagaban of Lagos’ – the presidential candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC) . Is he the man with the political power and will to bring about the change and development Nigerians are yearning for? We discussed his credentials such as his transformation of Lagos and identity as a political godfather. We also reviewed the many controversies about his person and leadership such as drug dealing, nepotism, acquiring public ..read more

Is Atiku Abubakar your man for the job? This episode is all about the presidential candidate for the People's Democratic Party (PDP). We talk about why he wants to be president so badly, party-hopping, what his previous boss had to say about him, his manifesto and the scandals! Will you be voting for him in the 2023 presidential election or not? Let us know your thoughts.  Be sure to check us out on Spotify, YouTube, Apple podcasts and wherever you get your podcast. Follow us on Instagram @onceuponanaija. Would you like to collaborate with us or just send some encouragement? Email us at o ..read more

On this episode, we discussed all things Buhari! When he was elected on his 4th attempt as Nigeria’s president in 2015,  he was meant to be the visionary, no-nonsense, disciplinarian who will tackle corruption and revive the country’s dangling economy. As he prepares to leave aso-rock after 8 years in power, we take some time to review the man, his promises & legacy. We ask, does he have a legacy to hold on to or has it been a colossal waste? Let us know what you think. Be sure to check us out on Spotify, YouTube, Apple podcasts and wherever you get your podcast. Follow us on Instagra ..read more

Death, ready to take the lives of millions of Nigerians, came knocking when Patrick Sawyer from Liberia arrived at Murtala Muhammed airport on 20 July 2014. 12 days earlier, he had been in contact with the corpse of his sister who died from the Ebola virus - an act which spells death. In this 2in1 episode, Evelyn and Lara reviewed the film '93 Days' before deep diving into the events that unfolded following Patrick's arrival in the megacity of Lagos and the race against time to contain what could have been the deadliest disease outbreak the world has ever known. Without the swift and rugg ..read more

In this 2in1 episode, Lara and Evelyn briefly reviewed the 'The Herbert Macaulay Affair' film before deep diving into the life of the man and hero. Many Nigerians will only remember him as the man on the one naira coin, others have confessed to thinking he was a white man. However, no longer shall you be in the dark because we bring to you all the true colours of Herbert Olayinka Macaulay. From his loud critic of the British colonial administration, advocating the rights of Lagosians, to establishing the first organised political party in Nigeria. He left a legacy which earned him his position ..read more

When the British Govt asked for more, the Aba women rebelled. From Calabar to Owerri and its environs, thousands of women armed with their voices and bodies protested against the excessive powers of the British government and its warrant chiefs.  Their clamour for their rights not to pay taxes and preserve their liberty led to the famous event known as the 'Aba Women's Riot' in which many lives were lost. In this episode, Evelyn and Lara explore the plot and outcomes of these brave women's intolerance against tyranny. Shownotes: http://www.theheroinecollective.com/nwanyeruwa-the-womens ..read more

On this episode, Evelyn & Lara review the film 1929.  The film centers its narrative on strong female protagonists to tell a story about the rebellion of women in South-Eastern Nigeria against Britain's exploitative tax policies and patriarchal legal structures.  As always, Lara and Evelyn delve into the nooks and crannies to bring you their honest opinions.  Have you watched 1929? If not, check it out on Amazon Prime and let us know what you think. Be sure to check us out on Spotify, YouTube, Apple podcasts and wherever you get your podcast. Follow us on Instagram @onceupon ..read more