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Inspiring Humans Daily | Biz Leader | CEO - House of Lunettes + Glasses Repair | PMP, Engineer, Dad | Leadership, Strategy| https://t.co/gPwg9fCgMB

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Only my brother Charles of Play, Charles Okpaleke can pull such a great feat! GOATED……..2.45 Lagos is a destination worth visiting! I 💙 Lagos

Only my brother Charles of Play, Charles Okpaleke can pull such a great feat! GOATED……..2.45 Lagos is a destination worth visiting! I 💙 Lagos

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This was a tongue in cheek moment btw Gov Adeleke & the First Lady. Depending on the viewer it can be interpreted differently. As a son of the palace & part of the event coordination that day, I will say it was a humorous exchange. Yoruba culture is very unique! Ife Oye

This was a tongue in cheek moment btw Gov Adeleke & the First Lady. Depending on the viewer it can be interpreted differently. As a son of the palace & part of the event coordination that day, I will say it was a humorous exchange. Yoruba culture is very unique! Ife Oye

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So let’s talk about ILÉ IYÁN NG , an amazing local startup founded by Chef Sanni an amazing guy who poured his life’s sweat into building a local brand into a household name. His first outlet in Lekki 1 became a local destination and a must visit by many who were curious to try his pounded yam delicacies. Fast forward a year later, investors came in to help scale his brand, an error I often caution close friends to avoid. The mainland location, now called Ile Iya by whatever whatever received a bulk of the new investment with the new partners overseeing its operations. Sad to say not too long after this joint venture, Sanni almost lost his business and as it appears, the partners tried converting the brand to theirs. I have asked Sanni to fight back and any Ile-Iyan with the same likeness is no longer under Sanni’s enterprise. It’s unfair to see enterpreneurs build brands with their two hands and then suffer a need less hostile take over. Many of my friends will be approached and have already taken influencing gigs with the impostors, let me declare civil war. If you are offered that influencing gig, I go drive come your house come follow you quarrel. Money is not EVERYTHING. Please support Chef Sanni and patronize Ile-Iyan lekki phase 1. I hear say una dey carry police to bully people, na all of us sabi police! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

So let’s talk about ILÉ IYÁN NG , an amazing local startup founded by Chef Sanni an amazing guy who poured his life’s sweat into building a local brand into a household name. His first outlet in Lekki 1 became a local destination and a must visit by many who were curious to try his pounded yam delicacies. Fast forward a year later, investors came in to help scale his brand, an error I often caution close friends to avoid. The mainland location, now called Ile Iya by whatever whatever received a bulk of the new investment with the new partners overseeing its operations. Sad to say not too long after this joint venture, Sanni almost lost his business and as it appears, the partners tried converting the brand to theirs. I have asked Sanni to fight back and any Ile-Iyan with the same likeness is no longer under Sanni’s enterprise. It’s unfair to see enterpreneurs build brands with their two hands and then suffer a need less hostile take over. Many of my friends will be approached and have already taken influencing gigs with the impostors, let me declare civil war. If you are offered that influencing gig, I go drive come your house come follow you quarrel. Money is not EVERYTHING. Please support Chef Sanni and patronize Ile-Iyan lekki phase 1. I hear say una dey carry police to bully people, na all of us sabi police! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

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Spending my Saturday at the Tennessee mercedes classic car group. Where poor people who call themselves "Auto Enthusiasts" gather to share tips on how to save money on car repairs. Poverty Die!!!!! 😩😩😩

Spending my Saturday at the Tennessee mercedes classic car group. Where poor people who call themselves "Auto Enthusiasts" gather to share tips on how to save money on car repairs. Poverty Die!!!!! 😩😩😩

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Eyeglasses can introduce you differently. My brothers, Obi Cubana & Jowi Zaza in soft life mode. 👓: Odowgu in Charriol by House of Lunettes N2m - promo price ends Feb 15th. 🍾: Aman Tequila #lagosliving #houseoflunettes

Eyeglasses can introduce you differently. My brothers, Obi Cubana & Jowi Zaza in soft life mode. 👓: Odowgu in Charriol by House of Lunettes N2m - promo price ends Feb 15th. 🍾: Aman Tequila #lagosliving #houseoflunettes

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Club 2:45 in Lagos last night....They brought a different edge to nightlife. Charles Okpaleke, OON you sabi this work! Doors Open 10pm!

Club 2:45 in Lagos last night....They brought a different edge to nightlife. Charles Okpaleke, OON you sabi this work! Doors Open 10pm!

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E be like say na Chibuike go give us our first official gbedu for Christmas this year with “Summer Adina”. Davido Baddest how you see the level ? Chief Priest Well Done my Gee!

E be like say na Chibuike go give us our first official gbedu for Christmas this year with “Summer Adina”. Davido Baddest how you see the level ? Chief Priest Well Done my Gee!

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With a heavy heart, I am forced to come to terms with the passing of an icon Madam Onyeka Onwenu. I grew up listening to her music in the 80’s and I remember meeting her at a concert at the Shell Club RA in 1988. She left an impression on me that carried on for decades. Her records were a favorite during family road trips in the 80’s and early 90’s whenever we travelled between east & west. In September 2018, I was blessed to have her come onboard as a Brand Ambassador for House of Lunettes and she said to me “Akin just tell me whatever you need, I am here to support you”. She was a sweet soul, full of life and left a trace of joy in every room she walked into. Madam Onyeka Onwenu the Diva Extraordinaire, you are in the presence of the stars and heaven has gained another Angel. Rest well Icon! 🕊️

With a heavy heart, I am forced to come to terms with the passing of an icon Madam Onyeka Onwenu. I grew up listening to her music in the 80’s and I remember meeting her at a concert at the Shell Club RA in 1988. She left an impression on me that carried on for decades. Her records were a favorite during family road trips in the 80’s and early 90’s whenever we travelled between east & west. In September 2018, I was blessed to have her come onboard as a Brand Ambassador for House of Lunettes and she said to me “Akin just tell me whatever you need, I am here to support you”. She was a sweet soul, full of life and left a trace of joy in every room she walked into. Madam Onyeka Onwenu the Diva Extraordinaire, you are in the presence of the stars and heaven has gained another Angel. Rest well Icon! 🕊️

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“ I will get back to you” has sent many business owners to an early grave. 😩 Let’s hear your stories.

“ I will get back to you” has sent many business owners to an early grave. 😩 Let’s hear your stories.

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We just hit a major milestone with over 5,000 repair jobs at Glasses Repair NG! Cartier frames were one of the most requested but challenging repairs. Many customers brought in damaged pieces worth over $2,000 bought abroad. We developed a reliable authentic parts sourcing model and have successfully restored over 185 Cartier eyewear at our Lagos branch in the last 24 months. Got premium eyewear that needs TLC? We’re ready for you at Glasses Repair NG 23 Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1 (Silverado Mall) Call/WhatsApp: 0902 207 1059 Nationwide pickup & delivery available. Service in 24 hours or less!

We just hit a major milestone with over 5,000 repair jobs at Glasses Repair NG! Cartier frames were one of the most requested but challenging repairs. Many customers brought in damaged pieces worth over $2,000 bought abroad. We developed a reliable authentic parts sourcing model and have successfully restored over 185 Cartier eyewear at our Lagos branch in the last 24 months. Got premium eyewear that needs TLC? We’re ready for you at Glasses Repair NG 23 Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1 (Silverado Mall) Call/WhatsApp: 0902 207 1059 Nationwide pickup & delivery available. Service in 24 hours or less!

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Exactly a year ago today. Felix The GenZ HR is HIRING we still haven’t filled this role! 😀😀😀
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Exactly a year ago today. Felix The GenZ HR is HIRING we still haven’t filled this role! 😀😀😀

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Road clear, No Police! Yes my AC works in 100 degree weather....😎😎
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Road clear, No Police! Yes my AC works in 100 degree weather....😎😎

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68,442 views • 1 month ago

Thinking about investing in 🇳🇬 ? I am here to formally encourage you to take this bold step as Nigeria is open for business. Whether it’s retail, fintech, manufacturing, mining, data centres, Call Centers, AI, logistics, or agro-processing, 🔈 this is the right moment. As a local business owner & ex-Big 4 management consultant who watches closely for positive or negative signals, I am never shy about discussing the good, the bad or ugly. These are a few reasons why you should invest: ✅ Naira has stabilized, allowing proper business planning ✅ Inflation is being beaten back steadily with reduced FX volatility ✅ Investor confidence is rising — reflected in successive credit rating upgrades (Fitch, Moody’s & S&P) ✅ Sound monetary policy under the BAT administration ✅ External reserves at multi-year highs ✅ Tax reforms simplifying compliance and broadening the revenue base ✅ Significant infrastructure push (roads, coastal highway, power & logistics) ✅ Domestic refining capacity has turned Nigeria into a net exporter of petroleum products ✅ Strong rebound in corporate earnings across major listed companies ✅ Clear priority on attracting long-term productive capital I equally encourage real estate, however seek out reputable agencies or partners before investing. The foundation is being rebuilt. Those who position early will benefit most. Nigeria is open for business. Kudos to the BAT administration for this turn around. Bring your money home! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Nigeria Forward 🇳🇬💚 #smallbusinessng
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Thinking about investing in 🇳🇬 ? I am here to formally encourage you to take this bold step as Nigeria is open for business. Whether it’s retail, fintech, manufacturing, mining, data centres, Call Centers, AI, logistics, or agro-processing, 🔈 this is the right moment. As a local business owner & ex-Big 4 management consultant who watches closely for positive or negative signals, I am never shy about discussing the good, the bad or ugly. These are a few reasons why you should invest: ✅ Naira has stabilized, allowing proper business planning ✅ Inflation is being beaten back steadily with reduced FX volatility ✅ Investor confidence is rising — reflected in successive credit rating upgrades (Fitch, Moody’s & S&P) ✅ Sound monetary policy under the BAT administration ✅ External reserves at multi-year highs ✅ Tax reforms simplifying compliance and broadening the revenue base ✅ Significant infrastructure push (roads, coastal highway, power & logistics) ✅ Domestic refining capacity has turned Nigeria into a net exporter of petroleum products ✅ Strong rebound in corporate earnings across major listed companies ✅ Clear priority on attracting long-term productive capital I equally encourage real estate, however seek out reputable agencies or partners before investing. The foundation is being rebuilt. Those who position early will benefit most. Nigeria is open for business. Kudos to the BAT administration for this turn around. Bring your money home! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Nigeria Forward 🇳🇬💚 #smallbusinessng

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32,614 views • 24 days ago

I wrote the business plan for House of Lunettes few years ago and today it’s earned a spot as the top premium eyewear retailer in Nigeria based on internet searches, customer reviews and our local footprint. Watch & share! #houseoflunettes #sunglasses #eyeglasses
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I wrote the business plan for House of Lunettes few years ago and today it’s earned a spot as the top premium eyewear retailer in Nigeria based on internet searches, customer reviews and our local footprint. Watch & share! #houseoflunettes #sunglasses #eyeglasses

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34,754 views • 1 month ago

A story about friendship & a bond that defies human logic. Far from the kind of connection you can easily explain, he is a real friend, a brother, and that unassuming individual who quietly crosses the bridge to show up, even when it’s unexpected. In a world where many only appear during the highlights, true ones stand firm through the turbulence. They take the calls in the dark seasons. They ride with you toward the quantum leap. Eyan ST!!! 🔥 A Real One. Grateful for bonds like this. Seyi Tinubu 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 #TrueFriendship #Loyalty #brotherhood
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A story about friendship & a bond that defies human logic. Far from the kind of connection you can easily explain, he is a real friend, a brother, and that unassuming individual who quietly crosses the bridge to show up, even when it’s unexpected. In a world where many only appear during the highlights, true ones stand firm through the turbulence. They take the calls in the dark seasons. They ride with you toward the quantum leap. Eyan ST!!! 🔥 A Real One. Grateful for bonds like this. Seyi Tinubu 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 #TrueFriendship #Loyalty #brotherhood

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68,930 views • 2 months ago

Do Lagos cab drivers wear Sunglasses? This driver just killed someone.....
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Do Lagos cab drivers wear Sunglasses? This driver just killed someone.....

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167,752 views • 9 months ago

“12 years. Every 10 days. US ↔ Lagos. Non-stop. 💼✈️” GRWM into the real Day in the Life of a Global Entrepreneur — the airports, the grind, the family balance, and the unrelenting hustle that built House of Lunettes across continents. This isn’t glamour, it’s consistency most can’t sustain. Can YOU keep this pace for over a decade? Tag a fellow entrepreneur #GlobalEntrepreneur #DayInTheLife #LagosToNashville #HouseOfLunettes #Entrepreneurship #NaijaHustle
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“12 years. Every 10 days. US ↔ Lagos. Non-stop. 💼✈️” GRWM into the real Day in the Life of a Global Entrepreneur — the airports, the grind, the family balance, and the unrelenting hustle that built House of Lunettes across continents. This isn’t glamour, it’s consistency most can’t sustain. Can YOU keep this pace for over a decade? Tag a fellow entrepreneur #GlobalEntrepreneur #DayInTheLife #LagosToNashville #HouseOfLunettes #Entrepreneurship #NaijaHustle

Akin Olaoye

55,910 views • 2 months ago

Thanks for the messages. Na 6 years ago dem chuk me dagger for my sacred yansh. These days whether Abuja or Lagos, let’s say it is virtually impossible! I learnt my lessons. 😩😩😩😩😩
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Thanks for the messages. Na 6 years ago dem chuk me dagger for my sacred yansh. These days whether Abuja or Lagos, let’s say it is virtually impossible! I learnt my lessons. 😩😩😩😩😩

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139,790 views • 11 months ago

At home with my leader, friend and mentor Okpato Ozuora 1 & City Boy South East leader. I celebrate you bro. Year 51 looks good on you! obi cubana #southeast❤️
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At home with my leader, friend and mentor Okpato Ozuora 1 & City Boy South East leader. I celebrate you bro. Year 51 looks good on you! obi cubana #southeast❤️

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62,354 views • 4 months ago

Top 4 Luxury Beach House Villas in Illashe (Open to rent) 1. Eduardo Beach house - N3.4m/day (6 bedroom, 7 Baths) 2. Maison Bali Ilashe - N3.8m/day ( 3 bedroom, 4 Baths) 3. Fonterra Beach House - N4.5m/day (5 bed, 6 baths) 4. The Den - N4.3m/day (5 bedroom, 6 baths)
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Top 4 Luxury Beach House Villas in Illashe (Open to rent) 1. Eduardo Beach house - N3.4m/day (6 bedroom, 7 Baths) 2. Maison Bali Ilashe - N3.8m/day ( 3 bedroom, 4 Baths) 3. Fonterra Beach House - N4.5m/day (5 bed, 6 baths) 4. The Den - N4.3m/day (5 bedroom, 6 baths)

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93,270 views • 8 months ago

This economy don turn CEO to chief marketer! Market must sell, rate my advertising skills. Cartier Frames available House of Lunettes
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This economy don turn CEO to chief marketer! Market must sell, rate my advertising skills. Cartier Frames available House of Lunettes

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93,727 views • 9 months ago

Is it GRV or BOS? 48 hours to elections, Lagosians across all backgrounds are sharing their thoughts on the elections. Retweet & Comment.
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Is it GRV or BOS? 48 hours to elections, Lagosians across all backgrounds are sharing their thoughts on the elections. Retweet & Comment.

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308,775 views • 3 years ago

The sight of my Gov Gov Ademola Adeleke paying a visit to fashion guru seyivodi is heartwarming. Many of us biz owners who brave the rough terrain absent any backing, have to overcome great odds to succeed. Seyi is emblem of perseverance & grit. Building a biz empire in 🇳🇬 is no joke!
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The sight of my Gov Gov Ademola Adeleke paying a visit to fashion guru seyivodi is heartwarming. Many of us biz owners who brave the rough terrain absent any backing, have to overcome great odds to succeed. Seyi is emblem of perseverance & grit. Building a biz empire in 🇳🇬 is no joke!

Akin Olaoye

85,691 views • 1 year ago

All of us don turn Scott Iguma! Fellow Nigerian entreprenuers, please Brand Integrity is key! We know it's difficult running a business but it comes with the territory. From Ereesco to now PeeeWan, using the police to oppress your fellow Nigerian citizen is classless!
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All of us don turn Scott Iguma! Fellow Nigerian entreprenuers, please Brand Integrity is key! We know it's difficult running a business but it comes with the territory. From Ereesco to now PeeeWan, using the police to oppress your fellow Nigerian citizen is classless!

Akin Olaoye

74,430 views • 1 year ago

Chai Anyidons you too sabi… See melody! Celebrating Odogwu obi cubana at 50! Oya body dey sweet me…Drop Akant Number! Make Friday nice for some people! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
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Chai Anyidons you too sabi… See melody! Celebrating Odogwu obi cubana at 50! Oya body dey sweet me…Drop Akant Number! Make Friday nice for some people! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

Akin Olaoye

78,233 views • 1 year ago

Yoruba Culture is Beautiful! My ghana bredas, Ghana must Cedis! President John Dramani Mahama installed as Aare Atayeto Oodua by his Majesty the Ooni of Ife Ooni Enitan Ogunwusi A symbolic moment that unites Nigeria & Ghana. Borders aside, we are brothers & Sisters!
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Yoruba Culture is Beautiful! My ghana bredas, Ghana must Cedis! President John Dramani Mahama installed as Aare Atayeto Oodua by his Majesty the Ooni of Ife Ooni Enitan Ogunwusi A symbolic moment that unites Nigeria & Ghana. Borders aside, we are brothers & Sisters!

Akin Olaoye

37,424 views • 8 months ago

Welcomed his eminence, Emir Ado Bayero of Kano to Ile-Ife alongside my egbon Akin Osuntokunn Akin Osuntokun former DG Peter Obi Presidential campaign. The hausa/fulani community have very strong ties with Ile-Ife. It was delightful having majesty join us at the occasion. Ife Oye! GAC MOTOR NIGERIA
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Welcomed his eminence, Emir Ado Bayero of Kano to Ile-Ife alongside my egbon Akin Osuntokunn Akin Osuntokun former DG Peter Obi Presidential campaign. The hausa/fulani community have very strong ties with Ile-Ife. It was delightful having majesty join us at the occasion. Ife Oye! GAC MOTOR NIGERIA

Akin Olaoye

36,823 views • 8 months ago

✨ At House of Lunettes 🇳🇬, we don’t just sell sunglasses & optical frames, we’re your destination for premium eyewear that turns heads & protects your vision. From luxury 🕶️ to perfectly fitted optical frames, we’ve got the style & quality you deserve. Would you let me style U ?
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✨ At House of Lunettes 🇳🇬, we don’t just sell sunglasses & optical frames, we’re your destination for premium eyewear that turns heads & protects your vision. From luxury 🕶️ to perfectly fitted optical frames, we’ve got the style & quality you deserve. Would you let me style U ?

Akin Olaoye

19,810 views • 4 months ago