In this episode, we examine the question raised by Moniepoint CEO Tosin Eniolorunda at the May 2026 edition of The Platform: Where are all the Nigerian talents?

Tosin argued that the growing appeal of vices such as internet fraud and hook-up culture is contributing to a shortage of talent and skilled young people. While we acknowledge the concerns he raises, we challenge the idea that these are the primary causes of Nigeria's talent problem.

Our argument is different: Nigeria is not suffering from a lack of talented young people. Rather, we are failing to create enough opportunities, institutions, and ecosystems where talent can be discovered, nurtured, and refined.

Too many young Nigerians possess enormous potential but lack access to the mentorship, training, creative spaces, apprenticeships, communities, and long-term development programmes needed to transform that potential into excellence.

We explore the current reality facing ambitious young Nigerians and ask difficult questions about what happens after the headlines, conferences, and motivational speeches.

We also highlight some of the initiatives championed by Moniepoint to engage and empower young people, while arguing that more organisations, governments, and institutions need to move beyond merely discussing the talent gap and begin creating practical, long-term platforms that help young people build valuable skills and meaningful careers.

Join us as we unpack the state of Nigerian talent, challenge popular narratives about its decline, and discuss what it will take to develop the next generation of innovators, builders, creators, and leaders.