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The Joey Akan Experience

The Joey Akan Experience

By: Úrú Collective
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Summary

The Joey Akan Experience is a long-form conversation series hosted by Joey Akan — Nigerian culture journalist, media personality, and one of Africa's most trusted voices on the stories that matter. Each episode brings together a wide cast of guests: filmmakers, academics, religious leaders, fringe-thinkers, industry builders — people whose ideas and experiences are actively shaping our world. Expect deep, unhurried conversations that go beyond the headline and into the thinking behind it.© Úrú Collective
Episodes
  • How Paul Onwuanibe Built a $1B Real Estate Empire – The Joey Akan Experience
    Aug 27 2025

    In this compelling episode of The Joey Akan Experience, Joey Akan engages in a rare, in-depth conversation with Paul Onwuanibe, the visionary British-Nigerian business magnate and Group CEO of Landmark Africa.

    Paul shares the remarkable story of how he transformed marshland into one of the continent’s most iconic real estate and leisure empires — building Landmark Africa into a multi-billion-dollar “live, work, and play” destination across several African cities. From his early career at Regus, successfully selling a major serviced office business for over $20 million, to raising hundreds of millions in funding and pursuing a bold pan-African vision, this episode explores the mindset of a true empire builder. Listeners will gain powerful lessons on long-term thinking, calculated risk-taking, leadership at scale, legacy creation, and navigating the complexities of doing big business in Africa.

    This is a masterclass for entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, investors, and anyone fascinated by African ambition and large-scale development.

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoeyakanexperience/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoeyakanexperience
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    Email: thejoeyakanexperience[at]gmail.com

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • How Kemen Built Africa’s Top Gym – The Joey Akan Experience
    Aug 21 2025

    In this powerful debut episode of The Joey Akan Experience, host Joey Akan sits down with Ekemini Ekerette, popularly known as Kemen — fitness entrepreneur, master trainer, and founder of Pure Fitness Africa, one of the continent’s most successful and premium gym brands.

    From his early days as a Big Brother Naija housemate to building a thriving fitness empire that includes state-of-the-art facilities and massive group training sessions, this conversation dives deep into the raw realities of entrepreneurship in Africa. Kemen opens up about the discipline, mental resilience, setbacks, failures, and unwavering commitment required to create a fitness brand that stands out in a highly competitive market.

    Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, fitness enthusiast, or someone looking for real motivation to build something meaningful, this episode delivers honest and practical insights on mindset, leadership, perseverance, and creating lasting impact through wellness.Tune in for an inspiring, no-filter discussion on what it really takes to build one of Africa’s top gym experiences.

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoeyakanexperience/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoeyakanexperience
    X: https://x.com/joeyakanxp
    Email: thejoeyakanexperience[at]gmail.com

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    1 hr and 17 mins
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