Home Podcasts MIC ON PODCAST
MIC ON PODCAST

MIC ON PODCAST

MIC ON PODCAST 151 Episodes Aug 8, 2026

This current affairs podcast takes differing views on governance, policies and public interests through informed, solution-driven conversations.

Episodes

A chat with Deji Adeyanju
A chat with Deji Adeyanju Aug 8, 2026 00:39:31 In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with human rights lawyer and public affairs commentator; Deji Adeyanju, who discusses the EFCC, the Osun governorship election, and the opposition’s chances ahead of 2027.Adeyanju defends the EFCC’s decision to freeze the Osun State Government account but questions the timing and subsequent presidential intervention. He also predicts a vi
A chat with Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi
A chat with Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi Aug 1, 2026 00:35:48 In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi, Senator representing Ebonyi North and Deputy Chief Whip of the Senate, who shares his views on governance, legislative independence, and the 2027 general elections.Nwaebonyi rejects claims that the 10th National Assembly is a rubber-stamped legislature, while strongly defending President Bola Tinubu's
Can Nigeria trust its elections again? Samson Itodo breaks down IReV, INEC, youth participation, and electoral reforms.
Can Nigeria trust its elections again? Samson Itodo breaks down IReV, INEC, youth participation, and electoral reforms. Jul 25, 2026 00:33:33 In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with election observer, democracy advocate, and Executive Director of Yiaga Africa, Samson Itodo, who discusses electoral reform, democratic accountability, and the road to the 2027 general elections.Itodo expresses cautious optimism that public trust in Nigeria's electoral process can be restored if INEC strengthens transparency and
Sen. Obanikoro weighs in on politics, security, governance, and the road to 2027
Sen. Obanikoro weighs in on politics, security, governance, and the road to 2027 Jul 18, 2026 00:37:39 In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with veteran politician, diplomat, and former Minister of State for Defence, Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, who shares his views on governance, security, and the 2027 elections.Obanikoro reflects on his political journey, discusses lessons learned from President Bola Tinubu, and defends the administration's economic reforms, arguing that
Prof. Odinkalu on State Police, Nigeria’s security challenges and 2027.
Prof. Odinkalu on State Police, Nigeria’s security challenges and 2027. Jul 11, 2026 00:30:32 In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with human rights lawyer, legal scholar, and public affairs commentator, Prof. Chidi Odinkalu, who shares his views on governance, security reforms, and the 2027 elections.Odinkalu questions the proposed rollout of state police, warning that it could become vulnerable to political abuse if implemented without strong institutions. He also
NDC, Atiku, Obi, Kenneth Okonkwo. Dickson Iroegbu held nothing back.
NDC, Atiku, Obi, Kenneth Okonkwo. Dickson Iroegbu held nothing back. Jul 4, 2026 00:35:13 In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with filmmaker, public affairs commentator, and House of Representatives aspirant under the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC); Dickson Iroegbu, who shares his views on governance, opposition politics, and the 2027 elections.Iroegbu reaffirms his support for Peter Obi while criticizing the opposition's coalition strategy and the perfor
Sunday Dare on State Police, opposition politics, 2027
Sunday Dare on State Police, opposition politics, 2027 Jun 27, 2026 00:31:30 In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with the Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Media and Public Communications and Presidential Spokesperson, Sunday Dare, who presents the administration's perspective on governance, economic reforms, security, and the 2027 elections.Dare defends the Tinubu administration against allegations of authoritarianism, arguing t
Is the opposition ready to take power? Prof. Nwaokobia speaks.
Is the opposition ready to take power? Prof. Nwaokobia speaks. Jun 20, 2026 00:35:15 In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with political analyst, development advocate, and former presidential candidate; Prof. Chris Nwaokobia Jnr., who reflects on Nigeria’s democratic progress and the state of governance ahead of the 2027 elections.Nwaokobia argues that Nigeria remains trapped in elite-dominated politics with limited democratic progress, while criticizing the
Sen. Shiomhole on the NNPC controversy to his Senate exchange with Akpabio.
Sen. Shiomhole on the NNPC controversy to his Senate exchange with Akpabio. Jun 13, 2026 00:38:26 In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with the former Edo State governor and former president of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, who shares his views on accountability, governance, and the political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections.Oshiomhole defends his stance on the Senate's investigation into alleged financial irregularities involving the NN
The Defining Election: Solomon Dalung's Warning Ahead of 2027
The Defining Election: Solomon Dalung's Warning Ahead of 2027 Jun 6, 2026 00:34:10 In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with Solomon Dalung, former Minister of Youth and Sports Development and legal practitioner, who shares his views on coalition politics, governance, and the 2027 elections.Dalung discusses the challenges facing the ADC coalition, criticizes recent political realignments, and argues that growing insecurity and public dissatisfaction have w
Prof. Farooq Kperogi explains the real battle ahead of 2027
Prof. Farooq Kperogi explains the real battle ahead of 2027 May 23, 2026 00:38:49 In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with Prof. Farooq Kperogi, scholar, journalist, and author, who shares his perspective on governance, opposition politics, and Nigeria’s democratic future ahead of the 2027 elections.Kperogi weighs in on security appointments under the Tinubu administration, criticizes what he describes as ethnically biased appointments, and argues that t
Power Moves Shaping Nigeria’s 2027 Elections
Power Moves Shaping Nigeria’s 2027 Elections Apr 25, 2026 00:42:06 In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with Oluwole Osaze-Uzzi, legal practitioner and former Director of Legal as well as ex-Director of Voter Education and Publicity at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), who offers an insider view on electoral credibility ahead of the 2027 elections.Osaze-Uzzi raises concerns about declining public trust in INEC, internal

Recommended