TAFTOBY – Tales From The Ones Before You
Growth: Reflect, Learn, and Inspire.
TAFTOBY is where stories become wisdom and wisdom becomes legacy. Through raw, soul-stirring conversations, we explore the journeys of those who came before us — their struggles, triumphs, lessons, and truths.
Each episode invites you to slow down, reflect, and rediscover what it means to grow — as an individual, as a community, and as part of a larger human story.
From Lagos to the world, from childhood dreams to lifelong purpose, TAFTOBY bridges generations with authentic dialogue on life, legacy, and learning. Whether through personal tales, book discussions, or reflections on growth, this network is your companion in becoming who you were meant to be.
Listen. Reflect. Grow. Inspire.
Because every story deserves to echo through time.
From Boarding School to This: An Honest Nigerian Life Story
The conversation begins with a reconnection between the host and Snr Abayomi, who attended the same secondary school. It then delves into the guest's early childhood, family dynamics, and transition to CMS Grammar School. The admission process, life at CMS Grammar School, and the guest's university experience and challenges are also explored. The conversation covers the speaker's journey from choosing a career path to facing challenges in university, navigating difficult situations, and gaining work experience. It also delves into the speaker's aspirations, the importance of integrity, and leaving a legacy for future generations.
Takeaways
Reconnecting with old friends can lead to insightful conversations and shared experiences.
The journey from childhood to university is filled with challenges, growth, and unique experiences. Career choices can be influenced by practical considerations.
Navigating difficult situations can shape one's character and resilience.
Chapters
00:00 Reconnecting with an Old Friend
03:20 Early Childhood and Family Dynamics
18:34 Transition to CMS Grammar School
19:27 Admission Process into CMS Grammar School
22:21 Life at CMS Grammar School
45:00 University Experience and Challenges
55:04 Choosing a Path
56:23 University Challenges
57:31 Life in Abuja
01:03:37 Navigating Difficult Situations
01:06:04 Returning to Lagos
01:18:13 Work Experience
01:33:16 Challenges and Aspirations
01:36:30 Leaving a Legacy
01:42:53 Final Words
16 Jul 2026
Mini-Bio Ep 11 | Local Champion to Software Engineer: Mayowa Ogunyemi’s Journey | TAFTOBY Podcast
In this episode of the TAFTOB Podcast, host Shita Beha Edejian sits down with software engineer Mayowa Ogunyemi to explore his remarkable journey into the tech industry. From dealing with the pressure of being labeled a "local champion" to facing early academic roadblocks in physics, Mayowa opens up about the hurdles he had to overcome.
Discover how a true twist of fate—spanning from a hard-fought distinction at a polytechnic to navigating the engineering program at OOU—ultimately paved his way to an engineering career and an NYSC posting in Abuja, then eventually England. It’s an inspiring story of resilience, redirection, and the determination required to build a successful career in software engineering against the odds.
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30 Jun 2026
Mini-Bio Ep 10 | He kept asking without knowing the cost| Luckily all was not lost... He returns!
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