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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.

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    • May 29, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 33m AVG DURATION
    • 234 EPISODES

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    The 234 Essential podcast is an absolute gem for anyone interested in Nigerian popular culture and the country's history from the 1990s to the present day. Hosted by AOT2 and Uhgochee, this dynamic duo consistently delivers hit after hit, keeping listeners entertained week after week. One of the best aspects of this podcast is AOT2's ability to reminisce on his personal experiences and provide insights into naija culture that may have been overlooked or forgotten. Whether it's discussing iconic movie releases, music trends, or societal shifts, AOT2 always fills in the gaps with his fascinating anecdotes. Additionally, he delves into the evolution of afrobeat, providing a comprehensive view of how this genre has become a global phenomenon. Uhgochee is equally impressive as a storyteller, captivating listeners with her engaging narratives. Her episodes are always well-researched and her passion for what she does shines through in every episode.

    One possible downside of The 234 Essential podcast is that it could benefit from a more structured format at times. While the free-flowing nature of their conversations adds to the authenticity and charm of the show, there are moments where it can feel slightly disorganized or lacking in direction. However, this minor issue is easily outweighed by the overall entertainment value provided by AOT2 and Uhgochee.

    In conclusion, The 234 Essential podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in Nigerian culture and history. With hosts like AOT2 and Uhgochee at the helm, you can expect top-notch storytelling, insightful discussions, and plenty of laughs along the way. Their chemistry is undeniable, making each episode an enjoyable experience from start to finish. Whether you're a fan of Nigerian popular culture or simply love engaging podcasts, The 234 Essential should definitely be added to your playlist. Kudos to AOT2, Uhgochee, and the Visual Audio Times team for consistently delivering high-quality content.



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    Chakam

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 160:12


    OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction11:05 - Fan mails01:06:10 - Catch up01:19:54 - X of the week01:27:50 - Believe it or not01:56:00 - Weekly Essentials02:16:15 - Pastor talks about ladies wearing leg chains02:27:47 - Flop and prop of the week

    Believe It Or Not

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 137:43


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the flood in Lagos, Jamb technical issues, AMVCA, the Nigerian police force and other news that made the rounds. OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction05:00 - Fan mails46:20 - Catch up01:01:15 - X of the week01:16:30 - Believe it or not01:37:30 - Jamb Saga01:56:25 - AMVCA02:12:20 - Prop and flop of the week  

    Jot Things Down

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 100:31


    AOT2 and Ugochi catch up on the events that happened in the past week, discuss the mass JAMB failure, the sentencing of Lagos BRT driver to death by hanging for killing Bamise, the FG telling Nigerians to prepare for fresh hike in electricity tariffs and other news that made the rounds.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction11:40 - Catch up01:00:00 - X of the week01:01:10 - Mass JAMB failurehttps://punchng.com/concerns-as-over-1-5-million-utme-candidates-score-below-200/?amp01:20:28 - Prop of the Week - Court sentences Lagos BRT driver to death by hanging for killing Bamise https://www.thecable.ng/breaking-court-sentences-lagos-brt-driver-to-death-by-hanging-for-killing-bamiseFlop of the Week - Prepare for fresh hike in electricity tariffs, FG tells Nigerians https://guardian.ng/news/prepare-for-fresh-hike-in-electricity-tariffs-fg-tells-nigerians/#google_vignette 01:35:20 - Sign out--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    234 League

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 79:44


    In this episode, AOT2 and Ugochi sit down with Ope, a Nigerian American storyteller, Lawyer, storyteller to discuss how she balances her personal passions with her professional life. Ope shares honest insights about her identity, creativity, and the challenges of navigating life between cultures. This sharp, reflective conversation offers fresh perspectives on purpose and self-expression.

    CBEX

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 133:28


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the Deputy Governor of Lagos State crying over electricity bills, Nigerians and Ponzi schemes and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction06:22 - Catch Up56:11 - X of  the weekhttps://x.com/boy_twitwi/status/1910589179735560648?s=46&t=TONH6Zg-DUi2giubvg1cig01:02:36 - Deputy governor of Lagos state cries over electricity bills https://x.com/raypowernetwork/status/1912149827930018163?s=46&t=TONH6Zg-DUi2giubvg1cig01:45:30 - Why do Nigerians keep falling for Ponzi schemeshttps://punchng.com/many-groan-as-cbex-allegedly-sweeps-n1-3tn-from-investors/?amp01:58:25 - Prop of the Week - https://www.instagram.com/p/DITb-4DsD4I/?igsh=NG12Y2VzcGFlZXUz 02:01:36 - Flop of the Week- Jesus does not like poor people https://www.instagram.com/p/DIbQeKvMRyR/?igsh=MWtyaXZpc2xqbjl402:10:29 - Sign out

    KISS THE DJ

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 65:45


    Get ready to groove with DJ Kiss! On this episode of 234 Essential, we sit down with the queen of Afrobeat mixes to talk about her electrifying journey as a female Nigerian DJ. From lighting up dance floors to dropping curated sets online, DJ Kiss shares her story, inspirations, and future plans. Click the link for an unforgettable vibe!

    Rants

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 54:20


    AOT2 and Ugochi rant about the current state of the country and discuss all news that made the rounds this week.--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Lamentations 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 110:46


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss NYSC, Nigerians and the Government, the young Nigerian girl who made history as the youngest Emmy Nominee from Nigeria, the heat in the country and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction47:30 - Catch up01:01:35 - X of the weekhttps://x.com/chude__/status/1900063592570900741?s=46&t=TONH6Zg-DUi2giubvg1cig01:17:15 - NYSC to be scrapped, yay or nay01:39:57 - Flop of the Week - Senator Ben Murray Bruce tells Nigerians to stop criticising the government https://www.instagram.com/p/DHUBDCFsp75/?igsh=MXFjcXN3cmhvMnRlZA==01:44:45 - Prop of the Week - Young Nigerian girl makes history as the youngest Emmy Nominee from Nigeria https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHWF_Q8C4gx/?igsh=MngydzE0ZDl3cWU=01:48:50 - Sign out--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Love or Dare

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 121:45


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the House of Reps ordering NCC to block pornographic websites, the Nollywood movie 'Love In Every Word', the state of electricity, Tinubu approving dialysis subsidy in 11 hospitals and other news that made the rounds this week. OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction05:45 - Catch up55:55 - Tweet of the Week - https://x.com/hugetulip/status/1896955155490497019?s=46&t=TONH6Zg-DUi2giubvg1cig01:04:56 - House of Reps Orders NCC to block pornographic websites https://gazettengr.com/nigerian-parliament-passes-resolution-to-block-onlyfans-pornhub-xvideos-other-adult-content-nationwide/01:24:55 - The movie Nigerian women are going Gaga for - Love In Every Word01:46:14 - Flop of the week - Electric distros leaving Nigerians to burn during this heat wave01:55:35 - Tinubu approves dialysis subsidy in 11 hospitals, reduces cost from N50,000 to N12,000 https://nairametrics.com/2025/03/07/tinubu-approves-dialysis-subsidy-in-11-hospitals-reduces-cost-from-n50000-to-n12000/?amp=1

    Transactions Of Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 119:18


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the Lamboghini and sex conversation in lagos and other news that made the rounds this weekOUTLINE00:00 - Introduction04:18 - Fan mails24:51 - Catch up01:06:24 - X of the week01:10:35 - Lamboghinis and Sex inLagos01:51:12 - Flop and prop of the week01:57:27 - Sign out-------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Fact or Fiction

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 91:41


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss Gen Ibrahim Babangida's book, “A Journey in Service in the Capital.” and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction28:00 - Catch up50:40 - X of the weekhttps://x.com/freshyvibez/status/1894352985796309371?s=46&t=TONH6Zg-DUi2giubvg1cig01:02:10 - If you were to write a bookabout a landmark Nigerianevent what would it be?Also, if you could stop aformative Nigerian event,which would it be?01:18:21 - Can female only gymswork in Nigeria?01:25:45 - Flop and Prop of the week01:29:50 - Sign out-------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Poor Luxury

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 86:15


     AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the state of real estate in Nigeria, the current happenings in Anambra state and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction08:52 - Catch up24:41 - X of the weekhttps://x.com/djtohbahd/status/1891781341940785639?s=46&t=TONH6Zg-DUi2giubvg1cig25:00 - Luxury or fraudery. Real estate in Lagoshttps://www.instagram.com/p/DGIUIO7oA5X/?igsh=MTBhcDJ3NGducHk4dA==https://guardian.ng/news/nigeria/anambra-probes-arrested-native-doctors-for-fraud-get-rich-quick-schemes/54:20 - What is going on in Anambra?https://punchng.com/video-anambra-security-outfit-threatens-to-arrest-ladies-seen-without-bra-pants/?amphttps://guardian.ng/news/nigeria/anambra-probes-arrested-native-doctors-for-fraud-get-rich-quick-schemes/01:16:37 - Flop and Prop of the week01:24:32 - Sign out-------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Love Don't Cost A Thing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 132:43


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss Nigerians and Valentine, Social media couples, Morotoluwa O jomo winningthe Superbowl and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction36:30 - Fan mails38:25 - Catch up57:48 - X of the weekhttps://x.com/naija_pr/status/1887871018875662698?s=46&t=TONH6Zg-DUi2giubvg1cig01:31:35 - Avoid risky behaviour,prevent HIV, NACA urges Nigerians on Valentine's Dayhttps://punchng.com/valentines-day-avoid-risky-behaviour-prevent-hiv-naca-urges-nigerians/01:45:23 - Social media couples who show us everything. Yay or Nay?01:55:40 - Would you prefer a one-night stand with your crush or N50m from a sugar daddy or mummy who's into heavy BDSM.Note - you will be the sub?02:03:35 - Flop of the week - Portable 02:06:25 - Prop of the weekMorotoluwa O jomo winsthe Superbowlhttps://punchng.com/sanwo-olu-hails-nigerian-born-ojomo-on-super-bowl-victory/?amp--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    A Journey Through Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 125:30


    AOT2 and Ugochi share their experience at John Randle Center for Yoruba Culture and National Museum Trip, FG approving N4.5bn for HIV treatment amid Trumps's new policies and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction09:51 - Fan mailshttps://www.jw.org/en/jehovahs-witnesses/faq/jehovahs-witnesses-why-no-blood-transfusions/34:35 - Catch up40:30 - X of the week01:06:48 - FG approves N4.5bn for HIV treatment amid Trumps's new policies https://www.instagram.com/p/DFnwbCYs0TR/?igsh=cjU4dzFyc2s4enR001:09:00 - John Randle Center for Yoruba Culture and National Museum Triphttps://x.com/kayzywizzzy/status/1886447996604150022?s=46&t=TONH6Zg-DUi2giubvg1cig02:01:27 - Prop and Flop of the week02:04:17 - Sign out

    Drink Agbo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 136:02


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the Nigeria's health budget at risk because of Trump, Nigerian Fashion Week vs  international fashion weeks and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction11:25 - Fan mails29:55 - Catch up55:30 - X of the week01:07:35 - Nigeria's health budget at risk because of Trumphttps://j.ng/article/fgspuny-health-budget-tooweak-to-take-us-withdrawal-from-who/01:24:15 - Why doesn't Nigerian Fashion Week not attract Afrobeats stars like international fashion weeks?01:37:50 - If abstaining from sex for a month gets you N1M, how much will you be able to make before you have sex again?01:43:27 - Release Therapy02:00:25 - Prop and Flop of the week02:14:29 - Sign out--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    American Wonder

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 142:24


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss President Trump, women making the first moves on men, Nigerians in America and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction19:00 - Fan mails35:45 - Catch up01:09:00 - X of the week01:20:59 - Should women make the first move in a world where gender dynamicsseems to be changing somewhat onlinehttps://x.com/chinedu_10/status/1879161946802635202?s=46&t=TONH6Zg-DUi2giubvg1cig01:30:50 - Nigerians in America, dealing with another fouryears of Trump. Is Trump better or worse than your average elected official in Nigeria?02:11:00 - If you had the opportunity to start your life over in Nigeria with everything you know now + N500M or japa to any country of your choice, which option will you choose?02:19:42 - Sign out--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    OBLEE DETTY DECEMBER

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 142:21


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the Detty December experiences, London Babes vs Naija Babes, the financial impact of Detty December, Lagos DSVA Confirming the Arrest of Teacher for Abusing 3-Year-Old Boy and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction04:45 - Fan mails24:25 - Catch up01:00:17 - X of the weekhttps://x.com/AOT2/status/187522753106404578301:10:40 - Detty DecemberPersonal experiencesTraffic/Ridiculous prices of cab-hailing apps London Babes vs Naija Babes The financial impact of Detty Decemberhttps://www.forbesafrica.com/current-affairs/2025/01/03/africas-entertainment-heartbeat-why-global-stars-and-ijgbs-flocked-to-lagos-forthe-detty-december-parties-that-never-stopped/02:10:57 - Flop of the week Nigerian police officers singing Diallo by Wyclef Jean https://x.com/PH_Socials/status/187743964517418624402:19:25 - Prop of the weekLagos DSVA Confirms Arrest of Teacher for Abusing 3-Year-Old Boy https://www.nigeriainfo.fm/news/homepage/lagos-dsva-confirms-arrest-of-teacher-for-abusing-3-year-old-boy/ 02:20:15 - Sign out--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Old Gospel

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2024 116:27


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the news about Netflix leaving Nigeira, some intresting fanmails and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction15:31 - Fan mails54:12 - Catch up01:24:25 - X of the week01:26:10 - Netflix exits?01:55:30 - Flop and prop of the week

    T-Square

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 126:39


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the EFCC and 753 duplex estate case, Tinubu's claim of Nigerians living ‘fake good life', Gov.Sanwo-Olu signing Lagos Electricity Bill 2024 to bring 24-hour power supply across Lagos and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introductions09:45 - Fan mails37:26 - Catch up01:15:50 - EFCC seizes 753-duplex estate, hides ex-govt top shot's identityhttps://punchng.com/efcc-seizes-753-duplex-estate-hides-ex-govt-top-shots-identity/?amp01:35:30 - Nigerians living ‘fake good life' with fuel subsidy —Tinubuhttps://dailypost.ng/2024/12/01/nigerians-living-fake-good-life-with-fuel-subsidy-tinubu/01:41:30 - X of the weekhttps://x.com/naija_pr/status/1863950358520701395?s=46&t=TONH6Zg-DUi2giubvg1cig01:49:00 - Release Therapy02:00:46 - Prop of the week Gov.Sanwo-Olu signs Lagos Electricity Bill 2024 to bring 24-hour power supply across Lagoshttps://nairametrics.com/2024/12/03/gov-sanwo-olu-signs-lagos-electricity-bill-2024-to-bring-24-hour-power-supply-across-lagos/?amp=102:04:10 - Flop of the week02:05:30 - Sign out

    'Gladiator' of the Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 140:48


    AOT2 and Ugochi review the blockbuster movie 'Gladiator 2' and engage in a throwback about being grateful for the little things that happened in Nigeria. The suspension of two commissioners by the Ebonyi Governor  and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction30:20 - Gratitude for little things in Nigeria52:15 - Catch Up01:09:20 - X of the weekhttps://x.com/shxkxbabu/status/1861146768035008584?s=46&t=TONH6Zg-DUi2giubvg1cig01:23:00 - Gladiator II Review02:12:20 - Prop and flop of the weekhttps://www.thenigerianvoice.com/amp/news/343471/ebonyi-governor-suspends-health-housing-commissioners-othe.htmlhttps://m.lindaikejisblog.com/2024/11/ebonyi-governor-orders-arrest-of-six-ministry-of-health-staff-over-alleged-theft-of-hospital-materials-2.html

    Mass Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 117:31


    AOT2 and Ugochi catch up on the previous week and discuss every news that made the rounds.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction06:54 - Catch up58:17 - X of the weekhttps://x.com/naija_pr/status/1858890767634170283?s=46&t=TONH6Zg-DUi2giubvg1cig01:04:50 - Nudity on X01:46:00 - Flop and Prop of the week

    VCD

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 116:22


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss Nigerian's national debt, the Equatorial Guinea sextapes and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction04:45 - Catch up43:50 - X of the week56:50 - Each Nigerian Owns An Average of N619,501 as national debt hits N134 Trillion 01:17:50 - Equatorial Guinea sextapes01:42:20 - Prop and Flop of the week01:44:00 - Sign out

    T-Pain Pon Deck

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 90:21


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the situation of the country, the minors trialed as adults for protesting, the House of Rep that beat up the dispatch rider, Halloween in Nigeria and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction09:50 - Fan mails35:40 - Catch up54:40 - X of the weekhttps://x.com/redjewelsred/status/1848739177594073276?s=46&t=TONH6Zg-DUi2giubvg1cig01:02:20 - Minors trialed as adults for protesting https://punchng.com/outrage-as-police-arraign-32-hungry-children-for-treason-four-collapse/?amp01:21:50 - Flop and Prop of the week01:28:50 - Sign out--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    How We Met

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 140:58


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the National Grid falling again, Clarence Peters' series - Inside Life, and other news making the rounds this week.--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Naija Korean

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 122:47


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss Nigerians chasing clout on social media, The failure of Nigeria's justice system, The Naija Korean movie, Pastor Adeboye apologizing over his early comments on tithing, and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction20:50 - Catch up01:01:24 - X of the week01:24:10 - Are Nigerians getting too reckless on social media because of clout (Burna Boy and Speed Darlington)01:57:15 - Flop and prop of the week02:01:10 - Sign out

    Circus of Clowns

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 86:08


    AOT2 and Ugochi discussed the approach to Nigeria's Independence Day celebration, including the president's speech urging citizens to be patient, Nigerians in the fashion world, and other news from this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction05:00 - Fan mails06:20 - Catch Up22:00 - X of the week35:24 -  How did we feel about Independence Day?01:04:50  - T-Pain says we should be patient https://pmexpressng.com/president-tinubu-pleads-for-patience-as-nigeria-marks-64th-independence-anniversary/01:06:10 - Release Therapy 01:16:00 - Frop and Prop of the week01:24:10 - Sign out--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Up And Grateful

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 97:56


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the current state of the country, Band A Tariff Hike, and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction10:57 - Fan mails24:55 - Catch up01:11:50 - X of the week01:14:10 - Band A Tariff Hike01:27:20 - Release Therapy01:33:40 - Flop and prop of the week01:36:20 - Sign out

    I Am Chosen

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 122:08


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the Fuel situation and price in the country, the Chosen Church viral bants, the First Lady's unity fabric and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction03:50 - Fan mail52:40 - Catch up01:25:40 - Chosen Church reacts to viral bants01:38:55 - First Lady unveils unity fabric01:40:50 - New petrol prices01:55:55 - Flop and Prop of the week02:00:50 - Sign out--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Aura For Aura

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 123:43


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the events happening in the country, review the Nollywood Youtube series "ALL OF US" and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction18:40 - Big Brother28:30 - X of the week43:15 - Catch Up01:56:30 - Prop and flop of the week--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Diverse Or Die

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 141:21


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss Chidimma Adetshina winning Mrs Universe Nigeria, the new fuel price, housing in Lagos and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction06:48 - Fan mails38:54 - X of the week45:10 - Catch up01:11:20 - New Fuel Price01:39:50 - Miss Universe Nigeria02:03:45 - Flop and Prop of the week

    Pharoah And The Israelites

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 117:51


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the increment of the price for a Nigerian passport, the FG pegging WAEC age to a minimum of 18 and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction05:25 - Fan mails40:51 - Catch up01:06:25 - X of the week01:23:00 - FG pegs WAEC age to a minimum of 1801:36:25 -  Nigerian passport price increment01:47:18 - Flop of the week01:53:57 - Prop of the week

    Work Stay

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 106:43


    AOT2 and Ugochi discussed the President's new jet, a Nigerian senator's salary, and release therapy. They also covered all the news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction03:44 - Fan mails32:31 - Catch up01:06:10 - X of the week01:10:30 - The President's New Jet01:20:20 - 29 million Naira is too small for a senator01:27:50 - Release Therapy01:37:00 - Prop of the week01:40:40 - Flop of the week

    For The Love Of Loi Loi

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 127:33


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the Ex Miss SA Contestant saga, Nigeria's Olympics failur, Psquare splitting again, Big Brother Naija and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction14:06 - Fan mails47:40 - Catch up01:06:53 - X of the week01:25:00 - Ex Miss SA Contestant to compete in Miss Universe Nigeria 01:38:50 - Olympics Failure01:44:00 - BB Naija01:50:58 - Release Therapy01:58:40 - Flop and Prop of the week02:06:16 - Sign out--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Guard your heart

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 68:21


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the protest in the country, D'Tigress and other news that made the rounds this week.

    30 + Protest

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 145:51


    AOT2 and Ugochi celebrate the life of Onyeka Onwenu, the protest in the country, Big Brother Naija, MTN deactivating millions of Nigerians Sim cards and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction07:30 - Fan Mail01:14:05 - Catch up01:19:10 - X of the week01:26:58 - Onyeka Onwenu 01:38:30 - Protest02:08:08 - Big Brother Naija02:17:30 - Flop and prop of the week 02:25:26 - Sign out--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Refinery Bants

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 131:31


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the new minimum wage, Dangote and his refinery, the return of Big Brother Naija this weekend, and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction04:15 - Fanmail12:50 - Catch up56:50 - Tweet of the day58:58 - The Rich Also Cry - Dangote Tears01:21:20 - Minimum Wage is now 70k01:36:09 - BB Naija This Weekend 01:45:36 - Release Therapy02:05:00 - Flop and prop of the week02:09:00 - Sign out--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    We Are Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 133:22


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the update about Nigerians being able to apply for UAE Visa, ECOWAS court order to Nigeria to pay victims N2m each, the Police officer who allegedly raped a teenager another news that made the rounds.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction07:50 - Fan mails31:50 - Catch up01:13:05 - X of the week01:21:00 - Nigerians can now apply for UAE visa but....01:28:00 - Protest against Tinubu, in or out? 01:58:50 - Prop and Flop of the week02:11:30 - Sign out---------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Island on the Island

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2024 108:01


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the flood situation in Lagos, the Nigerian who returned $14k and other news that made the rounds this week.---------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Haven't You Done Enough?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 112:41


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss Davido and Chioma's wedding, Shoprite closing in Abuja, the flood in Lagos and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction09:05 - Fan mail21:22 - Catch up46:04 - The celebrity wedding of the year01:19:30 - Tweet of the week01:29:37 - Shoprite closes Abuja branch01:34:40 -Release Therapy01:47:12 - Flop of the week---------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    STEEZE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 102:59


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the Ojude Oba festival, the news about Nigeria's plan to send its first civilian to space,Cholera outbreak and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:36 - Fan mails10:40 - Catch up38:20 - X of the week43:38 - Ojude Oba01:46:00 - Nigeria to send it's first civilian to space01:49:50 - Cholera in 2024?!!!01:57:45 - Prop and Flop of the week---------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    We Should Not Be Laughing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 97:53


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss the affairs of the country, Democracy day and other news that made the rounds this weekOUTLINE00:00 - Introduction03:39 - Fan mails13:40 - Catch up32:50 - X of the week42:20 - Tinubu falls on stage57:34 - Vice President opens his mansion01:34:00 - Flop of the week01:35:55 - Sign out---------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Minimum Wage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 114:30


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss and break down the National Labour Congress nationwide strike, the new national anthem and other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction03:30 - Fan mails52:00 - Catch Up01:07:50 - NLC National Strike01:39:40 - New national anthem01:46:34 - Prop and Flop of the week01:52:29 - Sign out---------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

    Untitled

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 114:09


    AOT2 and Ugochi discuss Nigeria's transition from the current National Anthem to the old version, "Men of God," and their consistent pattern of leaving Nigeria. They also catch up on other news that made the rounds this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction18:35 - Catch up01:05:39 - X of the week01:19:50 - Nigeria changes its national anthem to the old version01:33:44 - Men of God leaving Nigeria (Sam Adeyemi, Kumuyi)01:45:40 - Prop of the week01:49:40 - Flop of the week01:52:20 - Sign out------------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

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