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Africa Data Foundation 
Our Vision: Placing Africa at the forefront of data utilization for the well-being of its people, provide a more formidable method of collecting data in a meaningful way, and feed a data brain for governments (policymakers), institutions (educational, religious, financial), businesses/ organizations/ entrepreneurs, and communities.

Pic story: March 30, 2023: A monumental day in Austin as we joined forces with the iconic DJ Patil, , the first Chief Data Scientist of the US, at the Data Council. Under John Oshodi's .oshodi visionary leadership alongside ADF Advisers - Chukuka Chukuma () and Tagbo Azubike (), the ADF Team continues to break new grounds.                                                                                                             📊🚀

My warrior Princess is 13. She is now a teenager. I’m not sure where the time went but I’m grateful I have been ever present and attendant to your every need since birth.

I waited years for your arrival and once you landed you were tagged the ‘game changer’. I was intent on bonding with you in your formative years and am glad we are now inseparable.

As you enter the next phase of life much is expected of you. I am proud of all your accomplishments this far and look forward to even more as your best years are ahead.

Keep seeking the Lord’s guidance. Remain a bibliophile and keep thirsting for knowledge. In your sporting endeavors keep the competitive spirit and reach for even greater heights in your chosen sports. In all things keep striving for excellence.

May the Lord’s favour and mercy be abundant in your life and may He be the architect that guides your every step. Be the light in every dark situation you find yourself in.

Know this - we love you more than you will ever know or comprehend. That love is unconditional and judgement free so please always confide in us regardless of what circumstance you find yourself in.

Happy birthday to my princess!

I’ve always loved movies. Combining my love for film and deep understanding for finance led me to build a competency in film financing.

Hollywood movies have featured scenes supposedly shot in Nigeria, or about Nigeria, like Black Panther’s opening scene which claimed to be shot in Sambisa Forrest. We know that wasn’t the case.

Nigeria needs to create the right government and tax incentive policies. This will enable us be considered as a serious destination worthy of foreign film financing. When big budget movies are greenlight for production by studios, these government policies and tax incentives are part of what drives the decision to go shoot on location in certain places.

We need to create the enabling environment and legislation that ensures that going forward, these sorts of movies are shot on location in Nigeria.

We need to upskill the entire ecosystem and have the skilled labour that doesn’t need foreign talent support to make larger productions a reality.

Time is not on our side and the competitive wars are being fueled by demand for content across the globe. In Africa, South Africa, Morocco, Kenya, Rwanda and others are making strides to enhance the competitiveness of their film and creative sectors. Even Ghana, next door is as well.

These are some of the reasons why is so important. The Creatives Industries Development Bill will bring to life all of the above and more as well as significant financing for ALL creatives. Yes ALL who identify as a creative will benefit. The intention is to leave no one behind - no ‘man know man’ in this one!

Grateful to be working on this with a team of brilliant minds from several disciplines led by . It’s a true collaboration between the government and the private sector.

Embrace and support

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We are excited to announce that applications for our 2023 In-country Programme will be opening soon! Nigerian applicants should have completed their NYSC or be set to complete their NYSC by May 2023 to be eligible. Final-year undergraduates in any Ghanaian University are also eligible to apply!

This programme will give you the opportunity to work with top firms in Ghana and Nigeria. You will also have the opportunity to receive world-class corporate training and mentorship that prepares you for a lifetime of career
success.

Follow us on social media for regular updates, and share this exciting opportunity with your network.

Today was spent campaigning for my friend, Salman Bhojani. I find Salman to be humble, focused, personable, family oriented, passionate and a respectable business man. He seems to be a true servant leader.

In 2018, Salman made national headlines when he was elected to the Euless City Council, becoming the first Muslim American to hold elected office in Euless. He went on to become the Mayor Pro Tem.

Salman was elected Democratic Nominee for House District 92 and (with your help) when he wins in November, he will be the first Muslim and first South Asian ever elected to the Texas legislature. He will also be the first person of color ever elected to represent House District 92.

So in support my wife and I visited 52 Homes dropping off election materials ahead of early voting which starts Monday 24th October.

If you are registered to vote and live in District 92, this is who to vote for.

Wherever you live please take any sort of civic action that helps to improve the quality of leaders who represent us at all levels of government. Be active in your community and shave off notions of voter apathy.

Every vote counts and many died for you to have this right so don’t take it for granted.

Tales about our Matriarch: My Mother

I’m tickled anytime I see this particular picture. It was taken in West Palm Beach Florida. This glam photo signifies the first time I saw my mother with make up on.

The story goes that she first went to the hair dressers at 46 yrs old! Yes she was a full grown adult when she decided to check out a beauty parlor.

I guess when you KNOW you are a natural beauty with a bright light shinning from within you then you don’t need all that.

Till date I have only seen her one other time with make up on and it was negligible.

Anyway, I say all this to say that my mama is the definition of . She truly is gorgeous inside and out. I see why my Dad had to wife her. Talk about being the girl with brains. He sold her her first car and consequently didn’t give her much room to consider other suitors…story for another post.

She is the OG of the now popularized

Happy birthday Mama. You continue to make us proud and we are glad to be associated with you.

Stories inspired by the yester-years

I don’t know how old you are or what culture you come from but growing up these slippers were’nt just slippers. They were also considered a shoe because it could be worn to church. But it represented so much.

It’s versatility is worthy of it being added to a museum for being one of the most multipurpose inventions of 1900s.

As I saw the image pop up on my screen my reflex was to duck...they call that muscle memory. I’m not kidding because this thing has been thrown at me countless times as a child and always seemed to find its target 🎯 like a guided missile.

The flight behavior of this projectile in flight would often times change direction like a knuckle ball.

When my mother threw it somehow it always hit its mark no matter how hard I tried to get out of its flight path. She threw it with measured anger, spin, power and precision and that thing would cut through the atmosphere of ill will and be delivered like an Amazon delivery - guaranteed to always arrive on time. She would do this in her even toned stern voice while educating me on my flawed decision making process.

Reminds me of when George Bush Jr dodged not one but two trajectory boots lunged at him with great accuracy. Had my mother thrown her this secret weapon George’s way, our former President and proud Texan would have had no chance against the device which would be under the influence of a gravitational field and force being guided to its intended target.

I feel strongly that if woman wrote the Bible there might have been a story or two in there about a woman who struck down two would be rapists with a predecessor to this wondrous weapon made out of mahogany wood. All we have if the story of David that killed Goliath with his sling shot.

If you don’t gerrit then forget aboureet.

I am not surprised by the endless announcement of variants, booster shots and 24/7 global news coverage of C-19-20-21-infinity.

Be honest, if you found a business that required 7.4bn people to pay you would you not find away to make it recurring? How else do boys get to be gazilliomaires.

This whole virus vs anti virus scam started in IT. Remember Y2K? Biggest made up global scam ever. Lowly paid IT folks said “when the clocks end if we don’t get paid a trillion $, all hell will break loose”.

Jan 1, 2000 was a regular day with all IT people now kings of the world. IT budgets in all major firms grew astronomically overnight and CTOs became very important people joining EXCOs. Before Y2K IT people were at best managers. Contracting was the only job for them.

Since then all sorts of virus companies have set up business to ensure that you and I keep paying Norton, Macafee and the rest monthly protection money. Every other month, a business that doesn’t pay for ‘protection’ will be featured on news. Something along the lines of loosing critical customer data due to data breach. That sounds like neighborhood thugs that you pay to ensure they themselves don’t rob you.

In 2020 however it is the original drug dealers in coats with PhDs. They making new variants of Corona (that they cooked in lab 🥼) so that those stubborn people they call anti vaccers will give up and go get the jab. The booster shot is just more money for the white coat drug dealers. They are using the media to create mass hysteria on a per second basis.

If you are famous and say anything about natural herbs or not wanting to take the shot, they will focus on you for a week and ask why you use your platform to spread ‘lies’.

Angel Gabriel please go ahead and blow this trumpet so we can end this s**t show. Who is the person yet to hear about Jesus Christ delaying the end of the world.

On a separate note dear God why is heaven always in need of angels (aka good people dying early)? Isn’t the devil also in need of some of his agents of doom who have done enough wickedness to last 2 lifetimes. Can 👿 also start recalling them home to be with him before year end.

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We are very excited to be able to offer those that wear cap and gown and like to argue for a living an opportunity of a lifetime. All you have to do is apply and you could be on your way to ‘the abroad’ from anywhere in Africa.

Good luck 👍. If you are successful remember you are representing your family name, city, school, tribe, country, religion and entire continent. Represent us well so our new partners will ask for even more amazing candidates just like you. In other words ‘show dem’ that ‘Africa no dey carry last’.

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It is week 3 of our , and we are featuring Linklaters LLP.

Law students and recent graduates, this is a partner firm you should watch out for. This partnership creates an opportunity for yet more law students to gain experience working at Linklaters LLP, expanding on the brilliant work of their Africa Clerkship Programme.

Linklaters LLP is a multinational law firm and one of five UK Magic Circle Law Firms that operate in 21 countries worldwide and deliver excellent service to clients through its talented staff of over 5,000 people. The company provides various client services such as Antitrust & Foreign Investment, Capital Markets, Investment Funds and Private Equity.

Follow us and share our page with others to get more information on our partner companies and updates on our upcoming opportunities.

So you mean if you apply and get into SEO Africa you can be transported from Jo’burg, Marrakech, Kigali, Abidjan, Nairobi or Lusaka to ‘the abroad’ and be paid $ and learn new skills? What’s delaying from from applying? Don’t you too want the good life and be an intern on Wall Street or the City in London? When I was in Unilag there was absolutely nothing like this...

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On week 2 of our , we share highlights on Jefferies LLC.

is a diversified financial services company with offices in New York, Asia and Europe.

This year, we partnered with Jefferies LLC to provide investment banking opportunities to students across Africa, leading to a full-time offer. There are also opportunities for students and fresh graduates in various divisions such as Investment Banking, Fixed Income, Equities, Research, Corporate and Wealth Management.

Follow us and share our page with others to get more information on our partner firms and upcoming opportunities.

Imagine one day you are in Lagos, Nairobi, Cairo, Jo’burg or Kigali and the next you are in London or New York City getting paid $$$ at a-to-die-for internship.

Well stop imagining and simply apply today to such an opportunity of a lifetime. That is how my own life was transformed by in the summer of 1996 when I was given a job at . I interned in the Short Term Interest Rate Trading department of the Foreign Exchange Department in New York City. I was still in my 2nd year of college. It was a life changing transformational experience. I am SEO and you could be too...

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Jane Street's Internship opportunities are open. Click on the link in our bio to start your application.

This internship is an exceptional opportunity to learn more about the firm and the world's financial markets, receive hands-on mentorship and a robust educational curriculum that includes challenging classes, interactive sessions, and small group discussions.
 
Interns on the Jane Street Internship Programme will be matched with full-time employees in their role who will mentor them as they tackle real-world projects. You will also access Jane Street's physical and virtual educational resources and attend guest speaker and social events.

Applications are on a rolling basis, so do not wait until the last minute.








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I remember our first class of 13 young adults. 10 years later we have grown exponentially but still have so much work to do. I am SEO!

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Since our incorporation in 2012,  90% of our interns have been retained after their internship with our partner firms. What makes them different from other interns? Our training programme!!!

Last Friday, we concluded our 2-week in-country (Ghana) training programme and our 2020/21 interns are well equipped to start their careers with the requisite skills and mindset.

Over the course of the training programme, our interns went through modules like Effective Business Communication, Professional Mindset, Microsoft Office training, Financial Modelling, group projects etc. to prepare them to excel in our partner firms.

Our "Industry Insight Event" sessions had professionals such as John Gadzi, MD of Sentinel Global, Ibukun Adebayo from Genser Energy and Yaw Sampong of Injaro Investment. They were crucial resources in giving our interns insight into various industries and the quality of excellence.

The interns also received fine dining and networking skills training, which are essential to their professional development.

It's not late to be part of the SEO Africa family; applications are now open to be a part of the 2021/22 International Programme!

Click on the link below to apply:
http://seo-africa.org/apply
The deadline is 24th October 2021

The female children are just as important as male children. Many societies do not reach their full potential when girls are seen as less than their male counterparts. Today is therefore a special day worth celebrating girls all around the word.

Every girl is a flower that must be watered and handled with extreme care so they can blossom manifesting into something so beautiful.

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Happy International Day of the Girl Child.

Want some excitement in your life? Trust me when I say this is what you need. Go listen now!
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Do you know that we have a podcast?

In 2020 when we were in a pandemic, was launched 🚀🚀and the book has in turn birthed a podcast🌋🌋

Produced by: Ekpen Media
Hosts: Jumoke Adekunle (JA) , Chukuka Chukuma (CC) and Osaretin Oswald Guobadia (OOG) .

You can listen to the podcast on these platforms:

1. Spotify
2. google podcast - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xODE1NjQ3LnJzcw?ep=14
3. amazon music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dc487423-7585-4a33-a9eb-bca40e9dfa32/in-pursuit-podcast---journeys-in-african-entrepreneurship
4. stitcher
5. iHeartradio - https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-in-pursuit-podcast-journey-85393387/
6. Deezer
7. player fm
8. podcast index

Get ready a mind blowing podcast with these dynamites. Be prepared to laugh, be entertained and possibly learn something new.😏☺️

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In our season finale, We illustrate the importance of mentorship and finding inspirations in others.

The hosts delve into Nigeria as a utopia where the government creates an enabling environment and many more.

Have you listened to our previous episodes?

You can listen to it on these platforms: Spotify, Google podcast, Amazon music, stitcher, iHeartradio, Deezer, Player fm, Podcast index.

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Do you know what VUCA means?

And countries like Nigeria are actually functioning in a VUCA +++ environment and therefore need to BYOE?

So what should you do to be successful in this environment?

This is an episode you do not want to miss, so many gems will be dropped.

You can listen to it on these platforms: Spotify, Google podcast, Amazon music, stitcher, iHeartradio, Deezer, Player fm, Podcast index.

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Are you yet to sign up for the SEO Africa Campus Volunteer Program? Are you wondering if this opportunity is the right fit for you? Do not worry. We're providing you with more information so that you can submit your application!

If you're in your penultimate year, swipe to know more about us, the volunteer program, benefits, and how to apply. Our volunteer program has been designed to strengthen our university student network while providing our volunteers with access to relevant training and our coveted events. Exciting right😊?

What are you waiting for💪🏾? Spread the news to your friends. We are assessing applications on a rolling basis!
Click on the link in our bio to apply.

Join the SEO Africa Campus Volunteer Program today, and let’s make an impact together.

It’s 2020 and we are in a pandemic. Though we thought the world might be ending, we also thought to ourselves this is the best time to launch a book and the book has in turn birthed a podcast. We thought this was the best time because people were (some are still) locked up at home and bored out of their minds.

A lot of employees lost their jobs and have been forced to transition from intrapreneurs to entrepreneurs just to make ends meet. Entrepreneurs in particular are scrambling to find ways to keep their companies afloat.

The *In Pursuit Podcast* is our gift to entrepreneurs everywhere. We want you to know, you are not alone. This podcast is inspired by the book ‘In Pursuit - Journeys in African Entrepreneurship’ Co-authored by Chukuka Chukuma (‘Chukuka’) and Osaretin Oswald Guobadia (‘Osaretin’). Jumoke Adekunle (‘Jumoke’) joins the dynamic duo in this podcast as she brings a much needed feminine perspective. Together, they share stories of their personal transition from being intrapreneurs to entrepreneurs in very different industries.

The podcast starts before the vaccine was found and continues as we enter the new world – post covid era.

Over time it will feature notable guests to further enrich conversations on specific topics. This podcast is both pleasurable and profitable. It is chilled but informative.

Our goal is to equip entrepreneurs with actionable knowledge that is sure fuel their entrepreneurial pursuits.

The In Pursuit Podcast explores stories of Entrepreneurship – the good, the bad and the downright unbelievable. So, tune in with a drink and a notepad because we plan to have a good time while giving our listeners dynamic wisdom.

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Hosts for Season 1:



First Episode: Migration - The Return (Part 1)
Frequency: Every Wednesday starting today, 04-Aug-2021

In Pursuit is birthing it’s own offspring...these are interesting times indeed.

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In Pursuit inspired Podcast coming soon!!

Get ready for this mind blowing podcast with , and yours truly, . Be prepared to laugh, be entertained and possibly learn something new.

Watch the space for more information.

This is my mother!

She means so much to me. She is indeed a bright North Star in the constellations of great people that I look up to for guidance. At 88 her love still amazes me. She sent me a big Father’s Day box complete with card. Here is a text from her 2 days ago.

Her WhatsApp message:
“Son good morning. Please have a safe journey to Houston and remember to call us when you arrive. I would advise you put some bottles of water in the car and may be a packet of biscuits!! I know you’ll be okay. You have been on that road many times. Please drive safely and
forgive your mummy preaching as usual !!! You know, once a teacher, always a teacher !!! Love you ! May God lead you and back!”

My Response:
“Thank you Ma. But it is funny that you give such advice to an almost 50 year old man with a 6 foot 2 inch baby of his own. I guess this is what motherhood truly is...eternal maternal care. I appreciate the love. Now please remember to take good care of yourself for me, hydrate as summer is here and don't let anything in your past worry you as you have the best days ahead of you”.

This is the relationship I have with my mother who remains my original first ❤️.

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Today we are celebrating a wonderful author: Mrs. Teresa E. Chukuma Fnae, JP, Mni, who wrote "Footprints and Milestones" published in 2018.

She's an ever graceful, iconic and energetic now 88 year old author, who describes herself as a Teacher, Administrator and International Civil Servant.

Her enhanced e-book is coming soon. It will have links to videos and so much fun content. Even if you already bought her book, trust me you will want this as well.

Have gotten your copy of In Pursuit? Click on this link: https://lnkd.in/g22TU9U or click on the link in the bio.

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As we celebrate Nigeria today, let us say a little prayer in the comment section for our motherland.