Musings with Abdulsalam
Musings with Abdulsalam is a podcast where I explore everyday topics such as travel, education, family, career, and society, with a focus on Nigeria and its place in the world. These are thoughtful reflections that challenge how we see things and offer a fresh and more layered perspective on familiar issues.
Episodes
What does it mean to be a sovereign nation? In this episode of Musings with Abdulsalam, I unpack the uncomfortable truth behind Nigeria’s so-called independence. From foreign-owned seeds to outsourced digital infrastructure, I explore how control over food and data has quietly slipped away and what that means for our economy, our decisions, and our future. Sovereignty is not about flags or constitutions. It is about power and who h...
Wars may start far away, but their consequences are never truly distant. In this episode of Musings with Abdulsalam, I explore how global conflicts shape everyday life in Nigeria. From rising fuel prices and inflation to visa restrictions and diplomatic tensions, I break down how foreign wars ripple through our economy, borders, and international standing. It is a timely reminder that in today’s world, no nation is truly isolated.
Why is Nigeria, a country plagued by economic instability and infrastructure gaps, producing billion-dollar tech startups? In this episode of Musings with Abdulsalam, I unpack the paradox of Nigeria’s startup ecosystem, where foreign capital fuels fintech unicorns, but critical sectors like healthcare, agriculture, and education remain underfunded. I highlight key players, question the dominance of foreign investment, and explore w...
Japa is not just about moving to another country. It is an emotional journey. In this third reflection, Abdulsalam talks about the hidden cost of leaving home. There is homesickness. There is guilt. There is confusion about identity. But there is also hope. This episode is about the feelings many of us carry but rarely say out loud.
This is not only about travel. It is about being in one place physically, but longing to be somewhere else in your mind and in your emotions. In this reflection, Abdulsalam explores what it feels like to be disconnected. Disconnected from your place, from love, from life as it is. This is for those whose bodies are still here, but whose hearts and minds have already left.
What happens when a young person with hope and dreams enters a school system that does not support them? In this episode, Abdulsalam talks about the real struggles students face in Nigerian universities. From crowded classrooms and poor learning conditions to the emotional stress that builds up when students feel lost and unsupported. But this is not just a story of problems. It is also a message of hope. Abdulsalam shares ideas fo...
Maybe home is not where you were born, or even where you are right now. Maybe home is where you are building something real, a life grounded in purpose, hope, and belonging.
In this final episode, Abdulsalam reflects on how the idea of home must grow beyond borders. Geography changes. History shifts. Migration has always been part of the human journey. Even religious texts highlight movement as a path to meaning and purpose.
So perha...
Is staying a brave choice? Can you build a life in Nigeria and feel proud of it?
In this episode, Abdulsalam explores what it means to stay, not because there is no other option, but because you believe in something deeper. Leaving does not always guarantee success. Sometimes, the hardest and most courageous path is to stay and build something that lasts.
After Japa comes reality. The part they do not often show on social media. In this reflection, Abdulsalam talks about life after Japa. The loneliness. The cultural shocks. The pressure to succeed. And the small wins that keep you going.
In this opening episode, I explore the deeper meanings behind the "Japa" movement, why so many Nigerians are choosing to leave, what that says about our national identity, and whether the Nigerian dream still holds any meaning. Through a global lens and personal reflection, this episode challenges us to think critically about migration, home, and the hope that remains. Whether you have left, stayed, or are somewhere in between, thi...
In this episode, I explore the state of the so-called Nigerian Dream. Has it been buried beneath corruption, poor leadership, and mass emigration? Or is it simply evolving into something less collective and more personal? Through calm reflection, I invite you to reimagine what hope and ambition look like in today’s Nigeria.
Join Abdulsalam Adegoke, a scientist and storyteller, as he shares weekly reflections on the realities and possibilities of life as a Nigerian. This series creates a calm and thoughtful space for those seeking more than noise or complaint. Through topics such as education, migration, identity, innovation, and the influence of global events, Abdulsalam invites listeners to pause, ask meaningful questions, and explore honest perspect...
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