Charles Awuzie didn’t hold back during his appearance on the Kaatruths podcast. Known for challenging the status quo, he used the platform to call out Africa’s addiction to entertainment that entertains but rarely educates. He argued that shouting, dancing, and manifesting wealth won’t fix broken systems—and it’s time Africans start rewarding intellect, not just performance.
That message is now taking form through Big Brain Naija, a new show Awuzie is launching to shift attention from drama to data. While speaking with Kaatruth’s host KAA, Awuzie described the show as a strategic response to content saturation that favors flashy visuals over smart conversations. He noted how, when flying outside the continent, passengers enjoy access to documentaries and intellectually rich programming. But within Africa, the content options are largely reality shows and Nollywood dramas. According to him, this is no coincidence—it reflects the kind of content fed to African audiences daily.
Big Brain Naija aims to flip that narrative. The show will prioritize intellectual depth over physical appearance, using artificial intelligence to screen applicants before humans step in. This, Awuzie said, will eliminate behind-the-scenes favoritism and create a level playing field for every Nigerian, no matter their background or budget.
He also shared insights about Odumodu, an AI prophet built by his tech company, James Borg Group. While some have jokingly compared it to a spiritual oracle, Awuzie made it clear: Odumodu doesn’t guess—it predicts based on data. From political trends to sports outcomes, its predictions are powered by APIs that pull real-time information. The system has already made accurate calls on key events, including the tension between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, proving that what many call “prophecy” is just data-backed foresight.
Awuzie reminded listeners that AI only works as well as the data it’s fed. If you give a machine access to enough information, it can make predictions with eerie precision. That’s why companies and governments are racing to collect and protect data—it’s the new currency of decision-making.
But he didn’t ignore the ethical concerns. When KAA asked about the fear of AI replacing human values, Awuzie acknowledged the risks. He said the problem isn’t with the machine but with how people use it. If society appears soulless, it’s not AI’s fault—it’s a mirror showing us what we’ve already become. That’s why he supports regulation, especially around AI’s role in elections and media. He called on African leaders to protect citizens from fake content and algorithmic manipulation.
The Kaatruths episode made one thing clear: Charles Awuzie isn’t just talking. He’s building. From an AI-powered reality show to a data-driven prophet, he’s betting that Africa’s future won’t be written by entertainers, but by thinkers.
