Queen Raffy's Space

For the 50th episode of Queen Raffy's Space, I sat down with Fausat Omolara Ayinla, Nigerian author, storyteller, publisher, and creator of the Storytelling Advantage Framework, to talk about the power of stories and the journey behind writing them.

We explore how she discovered her love for writing, why children's literature and historical fiction have become her signature genres, and how she develops memorable characters that stay...

For this episode of Random Musings, I'm sharing a few thoughts that have been sitting in my head for a while before I took a break from recording. From the irony of scholarship applications asking for affidavits of poverty, to realizing that some people put others down to make themselves feel better, and accepting that you can't control people's perceptions or assumptions about you.

I also talk about why people are so eager to claim...

Wahala by Niki May is a book i went into Wahala by Niki May with no expectations. I was simply drawn to the cover and the title. After reading it, I can confidently say... na truly wahala!

The story is packed with friendship, betrayal, adultery, revenge, power plays, and plenty of drama. One thing that stood out to me was how much of the chaos could have been avoided if people had simply been honest. So many small lies and unspoken ...

For the 49th episode of Bants With, I spoke with Andrew Ovo Ekpiwhre aka DrewBaba, founder of Drew Marketing Innovations (DMI), a talent management and marketing agency specialising in deal negotiation, brand development, and campaign strategy.

We explore the business side of content creation, what it takes to build successful brand partnerships, and why talent management is much more than just connecting creators with brands.

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This year, Reflections – Take A Minute becomes more personal. I’m sharing Qur’anic verses that have carried me — especially in moments when life felt like a test I didn’t study for.

In this reflection, I sit with the reality that being tested is part of the human journey. Fear. Loss. Uncertainty. Waiting. These seasons can make us feel forgotten, but this verse reminds me that tests are not abandonment....

This year, Reflections – Take A Minute becomes more personal. I’m sharing Qur’anic verses that have carried me — especially in moments when life felt like a test I didn’t study for.

In this reflection, I sit with the reality that being tested is part of the human journey. Fear. Loss. Uncertainty. Waiting. These seasons can make us feel forgotten, but this verse reminds me that tests are not abandonment....

This year, Reflections – Take A Minute becomes more personal. I’m sharing Qur’anic verses that have carried me — especially in seasons where I needed reassurance more than answers.

In this reflection, I sit with the promise that difficulty is never the end of the story. When things feel heavy, when clarity feels far away, this verse reminds me that ease is not separate from hardship; it exists alongside it. I...

This year, Reflections – Take A Minute becomes more personal. I’m sharing Qur’anic verses that have carried me — especially in moments when I needed to shift my perspective.

In this reflection, I sit with gratitude. Not the loud kind that only shows up when everything is perfect, but the quiet, steady gratitude that exists even in waiting, even in uncertainty.

This verse reminds me that gratitude is not just ...

This year, Reflections – Take A Minute becomes more personal. I’m sharing Qur’anic verses that have carried me — especially in seasons where I had to confront worry, uncertainty, and the fear of not having enough.

In this reflection, I sit with Allah as Ar-Razzaq — The Provider. Provision is not only wealth. It is timing. It is peace. It is protection. It is doors opening in ways we did not plan. When a...

This year, Reflections – Take A Minute becomes more personal. I’m sharing Qur’anic verses that have carried me — especially in moments when I needed mercy more than anything else.

In this reflection, I sit with repentance. With returning. With the truth that no matter how far we feel, Allah’s mercy is always closer. There is no mistake too big, no season too messy, no distance too wide. We are invited b...

This year, Reflections – Take A Minute becomes more personal. I’ll be sharing Qur’anic verses that have carried me, strengthened me, and reminded me of Allah in moments when I needed it most.

In this first reflection, I sit with the comfort and accountability of knowing that Allah sees us — in our effort, in our quiet struggles, and even in the parts of our lives no one else witnesses. A gentle reminder that ...

On this episode of Random Musings, I reflect on the importance of standing for something, having values, knowing what you believe in, and being rooted in them.

I talk about taking the year to intentionally discover the values you hold dear, the ones you are not easily moved from, and how those values quietly shape your choices, boundaries, and sense of self.

This is a gentle invitation to pause, reflect, and ask yourself what truly ...

For the 48th episode of Bants With, I spoke with Bridget Ibuchim-Owabie, founder of Biobranding Academy, to talk about women, visibility, and career growth.

We explore why so many talented women remain unnoticed, why participating online can seem challenging, and what personal branding truly should be without the pressure.

Bridget shares practical insights on building professional authority, positioning yourself for growth without w...

2025 was a year of highs and bumps, of romanticising life and learning from the stumbles, but one thing is certain: it was unforgettable. I discovered a little more about myself and started staying grounded in my ways and the work I love.

For the podcast, we published 51 episodes, crossed 100k listens, and through it all, YOU were here, standing by and supporting every step. I am deeply grateful.

May 2026 be a year of growth creative...

There’s been a lot of conversation online about insecurity in Nigeria, with some people framing it as a Christian genocide or a Muslims-versus-Christians issue. While there’s no denying that insecurity is completely out of control, I don’t think it’s honest to reduce something this complex to a religious war.

On this episode of random musings, I talk about why, as a Muslim, I refuse to carry shame for so-call...

On this episode of random musings, I talk about the Danish deception story that was all over TikTok. I kept seeing people confidently say things like, “I could never be scammed” or “that would never happen to me,” and it got me thinking.

The truth is, scams are not one-size-fits-all. Just because one type wouldn’t work on you doesn’t mean another one couldn’t.

And most importantly, shaming ...

Another round trip around the sun has been completed, and my favourite day of the year is finally here. #Year32 was a season of unlearning, shedding, breaking old patterns, and quietly rebuilding myself from the inside out. It pushed me to release identities that no longer fit and return to the One who has always carried me — the Creator who writes the script long before I step into the scene.

#Year32 taught me that joy is som...

Adulting can feel overwhelming sometimes, but lately I’ve been reflecting on the little joys that come with it, too. In this episode of Random Musings, I share some of the upsides I’ve noticed, such as the communities we get to build, the autonomy to make our own choices, and the freedom to spend our money the way we want.

What about you? Have you discovered any good sides to adulting? I’d love to hear your thought...