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Boom Radio NG is a society podcast hosted by Boom Radio NG, with 291 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

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  Episode #77

  NASS Translates Laws | 3 Nigerians Killed in South Africa | Obidients Reject INEC AI Plan

  Sep 29, 202659 minS8

  Welcome to #BoomBar on Boom Radio NG, hosted by Dolupo Balogun, Awobajo Soliat and Sola Rogers, bringing you the biggest Nigerian, African and international stories, plus the latest AFCON updates. Today on #BoomBar: NASS TO TRANSLATE LAWS INTO IGBO, HAUSA & YORUBA — The National Assembly moves to make Nigerian laws more accessible in major indigenous languages as part of a broader effort to digitise and preserve parliamentary records. THREE NIGERIANS KILLED IN SOUTH AFRICA WITHIN FOUR DAYS — The Nigerian Consulate-General in Johannesburg says three Nigerians died in separate incidents between September 18 and 21, prompting renewed calls for investigations and protection of Nigerians in South Africa. ️ 2027: OBIDIENTS REJECT INEC'S AI PLAN — We examine reactions to INEC's use of artificial intelligence in election administration, including the commission's stated plans to use AI to help identify discrepancies in election-result records and its warnings about AI-driven misinformation. ⚽ AFCON UPDATES — Nigeria's Super Eagles continue their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign against Guinea-Bissau, following their 2–1 comeback win over Madagascar. Nigeria and Guinea-Bissau both opened their campaigns with victories. Also on the programme: • Tinubu Ends Working Vacation — President Bola Tinubu returns to Lagos after his extended working vacation in Europe. • 2026–2028 Approved Textbooks — Federal Government releases the final ranked and approved textbook list, including QR tracking codes. • Falana Sues Nigerian Government for $10m — Human-rights lawyer Femi Falana files a suit over alleged violations dating to the military era. • Port Harcourt Floods — Persistent rainfall causes flash flooding in parts of the Rivers State capital. • Anambra Inheritance Rights — State authorities move to prosecute those accused of denying women inheritance rights. • 41 Travellers Rescued in Zamfara — Soldiers rescue travellers reportedly heading from Senegal to Kano. • 37 Niger Miners' Deaths — Investigative panel assures families of a fair probe. • Crude Hits $107 — Oil prices rise as Qatar brokers fresh talks involving Iran. • Burkina Faso Opens Gold Refinery — The country inaugurates its first-ever gold refinery. • Tokyo Rainfall Record — Japan's capital experiences its longest recorded streak of rainy days. Stay informed with Boom Radio NG for news, current affairs, politics, business, sports, entertainment and conversations that matter. Like, Comment, Share, and Subscribe to Boom Radio NG across all platforms. Stay connected with Boom Radio NG on YouTube, Spotify, Afripods and our other platforms. Boom Radio NG — Where Music Lives. NASS, Nigerian laws, Igbo Hausa Yoruba, indigenous languages, Nigeria news, South Africa Nigerians, Nigerians killed South Africa, INEC AI, 2027 election, Obidients, INEC Nigeria, AFCON, AFCON 2027, Super Eagles, Nigeria football, Tinubu, Port Harcourt floods, Nigeria politics, Nigerian news, African news, world news, Dolupo Balogun, Sola Rogers, BoomBar, Boom Radio NG, current affairs, Nigeria today, #BoomBar, #Nigerianews, #WorldNews, #NewsUpdates, #BoomRadioNG, #NigeriaPolitics, #Nigeria, #Africanews, Dolupo Balogun, Awobajo Soliat, Sola Rogers, #StayConnected, #CurrentAffairs, #SubscribeNow ,

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  Episode #76

  Hamzat Clarifies Lagos Traffic Comment | Osogbo Food Scam | Trump Rejects Iran Deal

  Sep 28, 20261 hourS8

  Join Dolupo Balogun and Sola Rogers on #BoomBar for the major stories shaping Nigeria and the world — from the controversy surrounding Lagos traffic comments to an alleged food-shop scam in Osogbo, the latest US-Iran developments, Nigeria's economy, politics, security, sports and more. TOP STORIES Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat clarifies his “traffic as a lifestyle” comment following backlash, saying the remark was taken out of context. He also says he considers himself the best candidate for the 2027 Lagos governorship. In Osogbo, residents reportedly say they were scammed after a cheap-food shop suddenly disappeared, raising questions about consumer protection and advance-payment schemes. On the international front, Donald Trump rejects Iran's proposal for a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart negotiations. The development has implications for the strategically important oil route and global energy markets. LOCAL & POLITICS President Tinubu highlights the first-year performance of the national credit scheme, saying more than 67,000 Nigerians have benefited. Vice President Shettima returns after leading Nigeria's delegation to the United Nations General Assembly. Nigeria's foreign reserves reportedly gain $9.3 billion in nine months, while the Federal Government approves upgrades for four ports. The Rivers State House of Assembly endorses a constitutional amendment concerning state police, while SERAP asks the CBN to explain an alleged $6.23 million election-funding transaction. NiMet forecasts thunderstorms and moderate rainfall across Lagos, Kaduna, the FCT and other parts of the country. Also, FIJ founder Fisayo Soyombo warns Nigerians against travelling to Libya, citing worsening hardship there. WORLD NEWS The latest US-Iran developments put the Strait of Hormuz back in focus, with the waterway central to global energy trade. Trump rejected Tehran's latest proposal while indicating that further talks could still take place. The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues to expand. WHO reported thousands of confirmed cases and deaths earlier this month, while the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control subsequently reported 7,773 confirmed cases as of September 22. The death toll from a shooting at a bar in South Africa rises to 18, while flooding in Bangkok forces thousands into shelters. ⚽ SPORTS CAF reverses its decision involving Edo Queens and the WAFU-B competition, while the Flamingos clinch the WAFU-B title after a perfect campaign. Spain edge DPR Korea on penalties to win the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup. Lionel Messi scores his 76th free-kick goal, moving within two of the all-time record. Several footballers also join the growing international-break injury list. KEY TOPICS #BoomBar, #Nigerianews, #WorldNews, #NewsUpdates, #BoomRadioNG, #NigeriaPolitics, #Nigeria, #Africanews, Dolupo Balogun, Sola Rogers, #StayConnected, #CurrentAffairs, #SubscribeNow, Lagos traffic controversy, Hamzat traffic comment, Lagos 2027 governorship, Osogbo food scam, Trump Iran deal, Strait of Hormuz, Nigeria credit scheme, Shettima UNGA, Nigerian foreign reserves, port upgrades, state police Nigeria, SERAP CBN, Nigeria weather, Libya warning, Ebola outbreak, South Africa shooting, Bangkok floods, Edo Queens, Flamingos, U-20 Women's World Cup, Messi free-kick record. Catch #BoomBar on YouTube, Spotify and Afripods. Like, Comment, Share, and Subscribe to Boom Radio NG across all platforms for more Nigerian news, current affairs, sports, entertainment and global updates. Boom Radio NG... Where Music Lives.

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  Episode #75

  Peter Obi vs Soludo | Atiku Names El-Rufai Deputy Chair | Lagos Leads IGR | Nigeria At UNGA

  Sep 25, 20261h 1mS8

  Nigeria makes a major push at the 81st UN General Assembly, demanding two permanent UN Security Council seats and veto power for Africa. Peter Obi responds to Soludo over Anambra’s finances and debt claims, Atiku Abubakar approves the ADC 2027 campaign council with Nasir El-Rufai named Deputy Chairman, while NBS reports N5.15 trillion in Internally Generated Revenue by states and the FCT in 2025, with Lagos leading at N1.77 trillion. Also on #BoomBar #NewMusicNaija with Akin Ibitoye and Sola Rogers: Anambra’s presentation of salary-arrears documents, Alex Otti’s defence of petrol and electricity subsidy removal, Netanyahu’s UN speech and the walkout by delegates, flooding in Ebonyi, Kingsley Moghalu’s rejection of an Atiku campaign appointment, a fake alcohol factory sealed in Lagos, and a dramatic police arrest in Abia. Around the world, the US and Iran discuss a phased deal involving the Strait of Hormuz, Pope Leo warns about AI and a “paradise of machines,” while the White House restores access for CNN, MS NOW and Politico following a judge’s order. In sports, the Super Eagles prepare for Madagascar in the AFCON qualifiers, Moses Simon closes in on 100 Nigeria caps, AFCON 2027 qualifying results and fixtures take centre stage, while Germany face concerns over Jamal Musiala and Kai Havertz ahead of their clash with Greece. ️ Hosted by Akin Ibitoye & Sola Rogers Boom Radio NG — #NewMusicNaija ▶️ Watch on YouTube | Listen on Spotify & Afripods Like, Comment, Share, and Subscribe to Boom Radio NG across all platforms. Stay connected for more Nigerian news, world news, sports, entertainment and New Music Naija. Promo Tweets Before #BoomBar #NewMusicNaija is coming! Peter Obi replies Soludo, Atiku names El-Rufai as campaign Deputy Chairman, Lagos leads Nigeria’s 2025 IGR, and Nigeria makes its case for permanent African seats at the UN Security Council. Plus AFCON, Moses Simon & more. ️ Akin Ibitoye & Sola Rogers Boom Radio NG #BoomBar, #NewMusicNaija, #Nigerianews, #WorldNews, #NewsUpdates, #BoomRadioNG, #NigeriaPolitics, #Nigeria, #Africanews, Dolupo Balogun, Sola Rogers, #StayConnected, #CurrentAffairs, #SubscribeNow, UNGA, Nigeria UNGA, UN Security Council, Africa veto power, Peter Obi, Soludo, Anambra, Atiku, El-Rufai, ADC, 2027 politics, Nigeria politics, IGR, Lagos IGR, NBS, Anambra salary arrears, Alex Otti, petrol subsidy, electricity subsidy, Netanyahu, Israel, UN speech, Ebonyi flood, Moghalu, Lagos police, fake alcohol factory, Abia arrest, US Iran, Hormuz, Pope Leo, AI, White House, CNN, Politico, AFCON, Super Eagles, Madagascar, Moses Simon, Nigeria 100 caps, AFCON 2027, Germany, Musiala, Havertz, BoomBar, New Music Naija, Boom Radio NG, Akin Ibitoye, Sola Rogers

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  Episode #74

  Soludo vs Peter Obi | NSCDC Arrests Two Women Over Illegal Juice Factory | Iran Warns of Wider War

  Sep 22, 202658 minS8

  Join Awobajo Soliat and Sola Rogers on #BoomBar for the biggest Nigerian, African and international stories making headlines today — covering politics, security, business, sports, entertainment and global affairs. TOP STORIES The NSCDC arrests two women over an alleged illegal juice factory in Lagos, while the political spotlight turns to Anambra as the Soludo–Peter Obi dispute intensifies. The APC Presidential Campaign Council calls on Peter Obi to quit the 2027 presidential race, citing concerns over Anambra's debt, while Wike criticises APC governors over the emerging “rainbow coalition.” In another political development, a court releases former Minister Uche Nnaji's passport in his forgery case, while INEC raises concerns about the potential impact of artificial intelligence on the 2027 elections. SECURITY & CRIME Soldiers rescue six university students and a driver from kidnappers in Katsina. The Federal Government also threatens to shut sections of the Lagos-Calabar Highway over vandalism and safety violations. BUSINESS & ECONOMY The naira strengthens to ₦1,329.80/$ at the official market, while Afreximbank and ATDC launch a $500 million facility aimed at boosting intra-African trade. Dangote plans a $10 billion investment to address Nigeria's power crisis, while 22 NGX-listed companies face reported debt exposure of ₦21.3 trillion. ⚽ SPORTS Olopade promises improved pay for the Super Falcons, while a Russian defender anticipates a tough clash with the Super Eagles. Police disrupt an Enyimba training session, leaving players and officials stunned. Nigeria also records a double victory at the NCF Quadrangular T20 Tournament. INTERNATIONAL Iran warns that it could “change the geography of war” if the United States escalates the conflict. Meanwhile, Russia and Ukraine exchange strikes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy prepares to meet Donald Trump. ENTERTAINMENT Peter Okoye acknowledges receiving $800,000 in PSquare royalties, while Davido announces a residency at the National Theatre in Lagos. #BoomBar, #Nigerianews, #WorldNews, #NewsUpdates, #BoomRadioNG, #NigeriaPolitics, #Nigeria, #Africanews, Awobajo Soliat, Sola Rogers, #StayConnected, #CurrentAffairs, #SubscribeNow, NSCDC Lagos, illegal juice factory, Soludo Peter Obi, Anambra politics, Peter Obi 2027, APC PCC, Uche Nnaji, INEC AI concerns, 2027 elections Nigeria, Wike APC governors, Iran US conflict, Russia Ukraine war, Super Eagles, Super Falcons, Enyimba, Nigeria cricket, naira exchange rate, Afreximbank, Dangote power investment, NGX debt, Peter Okoye, Davido, Lagos National Theatre.

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  Episode #73

  Nigeria's Suicide Law Reform | ASUU Strike Threat | Right to Film Police | Anambra Child Abuse Arrest

  Sep 11, 20261 hourS8

  Join Dolupo Balogun and Sola Rogers for a packed edition covering the biggest Nigerian, African and international stories — from police accountability and proposed changes to Nigeria's suicide laws to ASUU's strike threat, child protection, politics, business, world affairs and sports. TOP NIGERIAN STORIES Can Nigerians legally film police officers while they are on duty? A lawyer counters the Inspector-General of Police's warning, putting the spotlight on citizens' rights, police accountability and the boundaries between documenting police activity and interfering with police operations. Police also arrest a woman in Anambra over alleged sexual abuse of a minor and rescue four children, while the Federal Government begins the process of decriminalising attempted suicide — a potentially significant shift in Nigeria's approach to mental-health and criminal law. The country's university system faces another potential disruption as ASUU threatens a nationwide strike over unpaid salaries and the implementation of the 2025 agreement. Other major stories include the National Assembly suspending legislative engagements with South Africa over alleged xenophobic attacks, 4,000 Nigerians voluntarily leaving India under an amnesty programme, and the Federal Government's planned free education data access programme from October 1. The Nigerian Navy also intercepts 71kg of cannabis on the River Niger, while INEC prepares for four-state legislative by-elections scheduled for September 19. WORLD NEWS Oil prices surge by more than 6%, with Brent crude climbing above $107 a barrel. New York marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, while fresh protests erupt in The Gambia over persistent power cuts. Oslo also moves to ban smart glasses in schools, adding to the growing global debate around technology, privacy and education. ⚽ SPORTS D'Tigress captain praises President Tinubu following a $100,000 payment, while Morocco names Casablanca as the venue for the 2030 FIFA World Cup final. The French Football Federation withdraws its support for Gianni Infantino as FIFA president. In the Premier League, Chelsea's João Pedro wins the August Player of the Month award, while Hull City's Sergei Jakirovic is named Manager of the Month. And in the Champions League, PSG top the table after a remarkable 69-goal matchday one. #NEWMUSICNAIJA And because it's Friday, we also bring you #NewMusicNaija — spotlighting fresh Nigerian sounds, artists and releases to take into your weekend. What's your New Music Friday pick? Which Nigerian artist or song deserves the biggest spotlight this week? Catch #BoomBar on YouTube, Spotify and Afripods. LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE and SUBSCRIBE to Boom Radio NG across all platforms. Stay connected for more Nigerian news, world news, sports, entertainment, music and current affairs. Boom Radio NG... Where Music Lives. #BoomBar, #NewMusicNaija, #Nigerianews, #WorldNews, #NewsUpdates, #BoomRadioNG, #NigeriaPolitics, #Nigeria, #Africanews, Dolupo Balogun, Sola Rogers, #StayConnected, #CurrentAffairs, #SubscribeNow Film Police Nigeria, Police on Duty, Police Accountability, IG Police Warning, Anambra Child Abuse, Child Abuse Nigeria, Four Children Rescued, Decriminalise Suicide, Suicide Law Nigeria, Attempted Suicide Nigeria, ASUU Strike, ASUU Nigeria, Unpaid Salaries, 2025 ASUU Agreement, South Africa Xenophobia, Nigeria South Africa, Nigerians India, India Amnesty, Free Education Data, Education Nigeria, Nigerian Navy, 71kg Cannabis, River Niger, INEC By Elections, September 19 Elections, Oil Prices, Brent Crude, $107 Oil, 9/11 Anniversary, Gambia Protests, Oslo Smart Glasses, D'Tigress, Tinubu D'Tigress, Morocco 2030 World Cup, Casablanca Final, Infantino FIFA, João Pedro, Chelsea,

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