He Scored a Hat Trick and Felt Nothing | Akor Adams on Fame, Faith & What Success Really Costs

He Scored a Hat Trick and Felt Nothing | Akor Adams on Fame, Faith & What Success Really Costs

He scored a hat trick. The crowd went wild. And he sat alone afterwards and felt nothing. In Part 2 of one of the most honest conversations in Nigerian football, Akor Adams goes deeper. No more football. This is about life, money, identity, and the only thing that has ever truly satisfied him. IN THIS EPISODE: •Why fame is not success and what success actually looks like to him •The best financial advice he’s ever received and why most athletes ignore it •What he wants to be remembered for and it’s not goals •His final message to every young Nigerian boy dreaming of Europe •The Victoria Orenze quote that changed how he sees God •Why he says: “The last five to ten minutes with your head on the pillow that is your truest self” •His salvation message to anyone who has been searching for peace in all the wrong places TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Introduction 04:00 — What Success Really Means to Him 18:00 — Financial Lessons Every Young Athlete Needs to Hear 35:00 — What Kind of Person He Wants to Be Known As 52:00 — His Final Message to Young Nigerian Boys 1:10:00 — The Hat Trick That Left Him Empty 1:25:00 — Reconcile With God — His Salvation Message

Akor Adams: The Truth About Montpellier & How Osimhen Changed Everything

He played barefoot in Tungan Goro. He trekked 2 hours to get to training. He got injured for 7 months. He faced alleged psychological abuse in France. And today, Akor Adams wears the number 9 shirt for Sevilla FC in La Liga.In this episode of the Rash4Christ Podcast, I sat down with Super Eagles striker Akor Adams for one of the most honest, raw, and spiritually charged conversations in Nigerian football. This is NOT just a football interview. This is a testimony.📌 IN THIS EPISODE, AKOR ADAMS REVEALS:•The TRUTH about what happened at Montpellier (he finally speaks)•How he messaged Victor Osimhen on Facebook as a teenager and Osimhen answered•The moment he scored against Barcelona and what was going through his mind•Why he says “football is a calling, not just a career”•His iconic Lumumba celebration at AFCON 2025 against Algeria and the real reason behind it•Leaving AFCON mid-tournament when his mum was hospitalized•How his parents a teacher dad and counselor mum let him skip school for football•His message to millions of Nigerian boys dreaming of Europe•Why he says: “If you have tasted an inch of God’s love, nothing else will satisfy you”TIMESTAMPS:00:00 — Introduction & Welcome05:30 — Who is Akor Adams? Background & Family18:00 — Barefoot Dreams: Growing up in Minna, Nigeria30:00 — The Academy Years & Sacrifice45:00 — Norway, Europe & The First Big Break1:02:00 — The Osimhen DM That Changed Everything1:20:00 — Montpellier: The TRUTH (Finally Revealed)1:26:00 — Signing for Sevilla & Scoring Against Barcelona

From Hidden To Spotlight When God Decides To Lift You | Adeyinka Alaseyori

In this exclusive episode of the Rash For Christ Podcast, I sat down with one of Nigeria’s most beloved gospel music ministers, Adeyinka Alaseyori.She opens up about:• Growing up without knowing her biological father• How her husband (once just her neighbour) believed in her before she believed in herself• The real story behind the viral hit Arojinle" and how it was rarely released• Why doesn’t she wear her wedding ring or flaunt her marriage on social media• What mercy really means and why hard work alone is never enough• Honouring gospel legends in August 2025• Her powerful message to anyone yet to give their life to ChristCHAPTERS 1:09 - Welcome and Introduction1:57 - Guest Introduction3:34 - How my music journey started6:17 - Journey growing up10:16 - Pursuing music professionally10:29 - Meeting my husband18:31 - Recording in the early days21:46 - What is Mercy?25:40 - The making of the song “Arojile”29:55 - Handing criticism38:49 - Lesson for the next generation41:09 - Why sing in Yoruba?

He Left Banking Across 4 Countries to Chase God's Plan | Rash4Christ Episode 10

9ja no dey carry last, and Dr Ejindu Iwelu is the definition of that. From a family in Port Harcourt, through UNIPORT, to investment banking in Nigeria, India, the Netherlands and the UK, to a PhD from Anglia Ruskin University (Cambridge), research presented at Harvard, and now Senior Lecturer at Westminster Business School. This is what Naija excellence looks like. In Episode 10 of the Rash4Christ Podcast, I sat down with Dr Ejindu Iwelu for one of the most raw, educational, and spiritually grounding conversations we’ve had on this show. TOPICS WE COVERED: •How a Port Harcourt boy ended up working in banks across 4 continents •What banking in India taught him is that Nigeria’s financial sector hasn’t learnt yet •The real reason he left a comfortable banking salary to start a PhD, and what his family thought •How to survive and thrive as a Black Nigerian in predominantly white UK institutions •Why African brands haven’t produced a Nike or Apple yet and what needs to change •Branding advice for Nigerian athletes before their careers end•How to build your professional brand with zero budget (for Naija entrepreneurs) •What God’s direction actually feels like when you’re at a career crossroads •His salvation message for anyone chasing success but still feeling empty inside Timecodes 01:16 - Welcome and Introduction 02:05 - Meet Dr Ejindu Iwelu 03:27 - Dr Ejindu’s journey from the beginning 04:07 - Starting life 05:26 - Dream of becoming 06:03 - Academia 06:26 - University of Port Harcourt 06:41 - After Youth Service 07:01 - Cultural background and global journey 08:51 - Fitting in any environment 12:46 - Study motivation 13:56 - Marketing in Uniport 14:51 - International marketing 16:36 - Culture in Marketing 17:27 - Comparison between banking in India and Africa 18:30 - Corporate Valuation 19:00 - Financial modelling 19:40 - Experience in different business models 21:55 - What is marketing 26:16 - Transitioning into Academia 30:05 - Risk31:45 - Money and finance 33:30 - Pray 34:00 - Certification in Banking 38:10 - Challenges in Banking 42:30 - Challenges faced by Africans and how to handle them 46:07 - Winning a prize at Cambridge 49:27 - Mindset 50:47 - Managing burnout with multiple roles 55:35 - Describing my faith journey 58:30 - Relationship with God 01:02:44 - Balancing ambition and faith 01:04:02 - Success 01:13:41 - Love 01:19:02 - Common mistakes businesses make 01:25:58 - Rule No.1 in business 01:26:27 - Other rule of business 01:29:39 - Things to consider before investing in any business 01:38:27 - Financial habits 01:38:49 - Investment 01:44:00 - Covid in the UK 01:48:36 - Capital is not enough, you need knowledge 01:51:12 - Business school and business world 01:56:18 - What is branding? 01:05:52 - Hurdles stopping local brands from becoming global 02:08:58 - Advice to aspiring young individuals 02:12:56 - Importance of mentorship 02:15:05 - Dr Ejindu’s approach to networking 02:22:30 - Career transitioning 02:26:04 - Building a brand as an athlete 02:33:18 - What’s next after so many achievements 02:35:29 - Salvation message to unbelievers 02:38:09 - Closing Remark Follow Dr. Ejindu Iwelu on Instagram: dr_ejindu_iweluShop official RASH Brand Merchandise now on https://www.rasheedatajibade.com/collectionsFollow RASHInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/rasheedatt10Twitter - https://twitter.com/rasheedat08Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Rashedatt10TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rasheedatajibade?lang=en

The Comedian Who Prays: How Woli Arole Merged Laughter, Christianity & Prophecy Into One Calling

Woli Arole opens up about the REAL journey behind the jokes the battles, the breakthroughs, the times when divine grace carried him where talent couldn't.This conversation will inspire you to walk in YOUR calling unapologetically.We cover: ✨ The moment favor changed EVERYTHING✨ From Alibaba contest to international stages✨ Why he honors spiritual fathers when his generation doesn't✨ Breaking addiction (psychological & spiritual approach)✨ Building spiritual habits that actually stick00:00 Introduction01:11 Early Life and Background of Woli Arole05:46Transition from Psychology to Comedy and Prophecy09:51 Discovering One's Calling and Purpose13:45 Breakthrough Moments and Opportunities16:47 The Role of Grace in Success20:24 Faith at the Center of Success21:57 Navigating Life's Overwhelming Seasons23:29 The Journey of Faith and Expression24:55 Tests and Trials: The Path to Purpose26:47 Understanding Spiritual Tests: Job vs. Jesus30:21 Personal Salvation Experience31:43 Core Values in Faith and Fame33:48 Hearing God: Communication and Discernment48:29 Breaking Free from Addiction: Spiritual and Psychological Perspectives50:58 Judging Sin, Not the Sinner52:22 Therapeutic Approaches to Addiction53:15 The Power of Spirituality in Healing55:26 Finding Hope in Despair01:00:17 The Importance of Honouring Elders01:02:24 Building Healthy Relationships01:04:19 The Role of Community in Spiritual Growth01:06:41Balancing Life, Work, and Family01:09:35 Recognising a Compatible Partner01:13:20 Prophetic Insights for the New Year01:16:46 A Call to Salvation01:19:00 outroShop official RASH Brand Merchandise now on https://www.rasheedatajibade.com/collectionsFollow RASHInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/rasheedatt10Twitter - https://twitter.com/rasheedat08Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Rashedatt10TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rasheedatajibade?lang=en