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234 Essential

Global Village
Join AOT2 and Ugochi on their wild journey as they discuss everything Pop culture, music, movies and more. 234 Essential focuses on Nigerian pop culture but goes beyond trending topics on social media. It looks at the bigger picture and provides accurate historical and societal context to what is trending online. 234 Essential Podcast is another podcast original from Global Village. For fan mail: [email protected] For ads: [email protected] 234 Essential on Twitter 234 Essential on Instagram

Episodes

Glamour Girls

From the impact of the rain and fuel scarcity in Lagos to leg-day at the gym, this episode of the pod circles around resilience and survival. In this episode, Ugochi and AOT2 discuss Nigeria and its many problems. For more information on all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your burning thoug...

Jul 06, 20221 hr 27 min

Emi l’okan

The duo discuss Atiku picking Ifeanyi Okowa as a running mate, electricity issues in Nigeria and lots more. For more information on all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your burning thoughts and questions....

Jun 23, 20221 hr 1 min

Tears for Nigeria

In this week’s episode of the podcast, Ugochi and AOT2 discuss the major contenders for the Nigerian presidential elections. They also talk about the last-minute rush for many Nigerians to get their voter cards. For more information on all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your burning thought...

Jun 15, 20222 hr 54 min

Ugochi’s Prayer

On this episode, Ayo and Ugochi discuss Tinubu’s presidential ambition ahead of the APC primaries. They also read fanmail and speak on the work culture in Nigeria’s public sector. It’s also 234’s 100th episode! To celebrate, Visual Audio Times is giving out merch to 5 lucky 234 Essential listeners in Lagos, Nigeria. Check out our pages on Instagram and Twitter to know how you can cop your merch today! For more information on all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow...

Jun 08, 20221 hr 29 min

Nowhere Out of Bounds

On this episode, Ayo and Ugochee discuss Nigerian politics; the APC/PDP primaries, Peter Obi’s exit from PDP, Jonathan’s second chance at presidency, and women in Nigeria politics. For more information on all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your burning thoughts and questions....

Jun 01, 20221 hr 12 min

New Level New Devil

In this episode, AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the recent Okada ban announcement by the Lagos state government. They also talk about the upcoming season of Big Brother Naija. For more information on our episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your burning thoughts and questions....

May 25, 20221 hr 15 min

Women Are Comedians Featuring Bose Johnson.

In this episode, featuring a special guest, Bose Johnson, AOT2 and Ugochi discuss Netflix movie “Blood Sisters,” and the possible prevalence of nudity and sex in Nigerian movies. They also speak on the murder of Deborah Samuel in Sokoto State for alleged blasphemy. For more information on our episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: fanmail@234essenti...

May 18, 20221 hr 19 min

Naughty Corner

In this episode, AOT2 and Ugochi explore the impact of rising fuel prices on airlines' decisions to suspend operations. They also discuss student protests against ASUU and the cop who staged her kidnapping for love. For more information on our episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your burning tho...

May 11, 202259 min

Dog

In this episode, AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the NDLEA recommendation to the APC (All Progressives Congress) to carry out drug tests on politicians in Nigeria. They also speak on polygamy and whether or not it is an outdated practice. For more information on our episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know y...

May 04, 20221 hr 12 min

King Is Dead

In this episode, AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the rising prices of the Presidential nomination forms in Nigeria. They also speak about the country’s obsession with lavish weddings. For more information on all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your burning thoughts and questions...

Apr 27, 20221 hr 7 min

Clout Disease

In this episode, AOT2 and Ugochi talk about how they spent their Easter holiday, the Vice-President, Yemi Osinbajo’s declaration to contest in the next presidential elections and the death of Nigerian gospel singer Osinachi. For more information on all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your bu...

Apr 20, 202256 min

AMVCAA

In this episode, AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the ban on phone calls for Nigerians who haven't registered for their NIN. The hosts also touch on the consideration made by the house of representatives to prohibit cross-dressing in the country. For more information on all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo...

Apr 13, 20221 hr 16 min

Institution of Tribalism

In today’s episode, AOT2 and Ugochi talk about Timi Dakolo’s performance at Atiku’s presidential declaration. Was it right? They also discuss tribalism in Nigeria, Obiano’s debt, and TechCabal’s piece on Bento’s horrible boss, Ebun. For more information on all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know...

Mar 30, 20221 hr 16 min

Prophets of Old

In today’s episode, AOT2 and Ugochi talk about the lack of adequate power supply in Nigeria and its far-reaching consequences on citizens. The duo also speak on the reopening of the Lekki tollgate in Lagos after the END SARS protests in 2020. For more information on all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi an...

Mar 23, 20221 hr 2 min

Cause and effect

To stay in tune with all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletters here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your burning thoughts and questions....

Mar 15, 20221 hr 9 min

Entourage

To stay in tune with all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletters here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your burning thoughts and questions....

Mar 09, 20221 hr 3 min

Zombie Apocalypse

To stay in tune with all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletters here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your burning thoughts and questions....

Mar 02, 20221 hr 1 min

IMF

In this episode, AOT2 and Ugochi debate discuss the anniversary of the Benin expedition of 1897, where the Kingdom of Benin was destroyed and looted. The duo also discuss a trending story of two married women in love, and the recent ASUU strike. To stay in tune with all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi an...

Feb 24, 20221 hr 16 min

Pagan Holiday

In this episode, AOT2 and Ugochi discuss Valentine's day deal breakers for couples. They also talk about the educational qualification for the presidency in Nigeria against the backdrop of a bill to raise the educational requirement for the office of the presidency. To stay in tune with all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . Subscribe to the 234 Essential newsletter here. You can also send fan mail to: fanmail@234essential...

Feb 16, 20221 hr 3 min

Otokoto

In this episode, AOT2 and Ugochi debate whether or not Nollywood is responsible for amplifying blood money and ritualism in the country. On the backdrop of Rihanna’s pregnancy announcement, they also discuss whether or not pregnancies outside marriage are a big deal. To stay in tune with all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your burning th...

Feb 09, 20221 hr 3 min

Anti Nigerianism

In this episode, AOT2 and Ugochi discuss anti-Nigerian hate from African Americans and other African countries. They also talk about the need for us to own our love choices, following Nigerian actor, Mercy Aigbe’s recent marriage. To stay in tune with all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your burning thoughts and questions....

Feb 02, 20221 hr 11 min

Juju Story

In today’s episode, AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the rise in kidnapping and killings in the country. They also read fan mails and talk about trains coming to Lagos, as announced by the Lagos state government. To stay in tune with all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram . You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your burning thoughts and questions. And to register to be part of the 234 Esse...

Jan 26, 20221 hr 4 min

Let The Blue Bird Sing

In today’s episode, AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the potential political implications of lifting Nigeria’s Twitter ban. They also talk about Mo Abudu’s statement on the backdrop of poor reviews on Chief Daddy 2 the movie. To stay in tune with all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter @234Essential and Instagram @234essential . You can also send fan mail to: [email protected] to let Ugochi and Ayo know your burning thoughts and questions. A...

Jan 19, 20221 hr 20 min

Like A Rapture

In today’s episode, AOT2 and Ugochi talk about state police in Nigeria on the backdrop of the Lagos State governor getting sidelined by the police force in Magodo. They also discuss President Buhari’s most recent interview and a sexual harassment issue posted on social media. To stay in tune with all episode releases and additional information about the hosts, follow 234 Essential on Twitter @234Essential and Instagram @234essential . You can also send fan mail to: mailto:[email protected]...

Jan 12, 20221 hr 13 min

Snake Phobia

Episode Show notes: Don't be mad when you don't get nominated on the Grammys(7:56). Snakes can't survive in Soak-away pits(20:00), and most storylines from Nollywood movies are real(43:00). Nigerians fail to accept nudity(56:44), and the jobs that earn high don't advertise vacancies (1:04:00). For fan mail: [email protected] For ads: [email protected] Subscribe for Newsletter: https://bit.ly/234newsletter 234 Essential on Twitter 234 Essential on Instagram...

Dec 01, 20212 hr 38 min

Ile-Ife part 2

Episode Show notes: Women hate women (21:32), and mothers-in-law are cold towards daughters-in-law (28:50). It is nice to meet people who are genuinely kind(30:40). The End sars panel result feels rigged (40:26). Always ensure your loved ones know where you are (1:02:33), and shoutout to Davido for his kind and genuine heart (1:12:55). For fan mail: [email protected] For ads: [email protected] Subscribe for Newsletter: https://bit.ly/234newsletter 234 Essential on Twitter 234 Esse...

Nov 24, 20211 hr 18 min

Double Promo

Episode Show notes: The leaders never want to solve problems, they always pass the blame (34:50), and Emiefele needs to be tamed (47:50). Get together with your partner because of essence(57:13), and give death penalties to pedophiles (1:02:09). For fan mail: [email protected] For ads: [email protected] Subscribe for Newsletter: https://bit.ly/234newsletter 234 Essential on Twitter 234 Essential on Instagram...

Nov 17, 20211 hr 17 min

Nigeria Will Happen To You.

Episode Show notes: A lot of people I'm this country choose profit over people (15:00). Skit makers are facing criticism for visiting the Vice President (37:20). Young people cant rile Nigeria because we don't know our history (51:08), and the method by which we sell our votes is systematic (53:07). Human greed and corruption caused the collapse of the building (1:15:50). For fan mail: [email protected] For ads: [email protected] Subscribe for Newsletter: https://bit.ly/234newslet...

Nov 10, 20212 hr 40 min