Trees Don’t Die by Fortune Omosola and other Poems That Shone in 2024
Millions of Poems were written in 2024, some for fun, others for wit and many more for purpose. This is not a shortlist of the best but a few that were put forward to lead you to the rest. Enjoy. Tribute to Waju Omo Akin, The iconoclast, A…
Climate Crisis and Oil Pollution: A Deadly Mix for South Sudan
There is nothing to upscale, just water mixed with a flirt of oil. In South Sudan’s Unity State, rising floodwaters have mixed with oil pollution, creating a toxic crisis for local communities. Here, cattle herders and villagers face an impossible…
Love, Betrayal, and Strength in Chioma Onyekaba’s Wives are for Rainy Days, Side Chicks are for Best Days – A Review
Chioma Rosemary Onyekaba’s “Wives are for Rainy Days, Side Chicks are for Best Days” offers a profound exploration of the complexities of marital relationships, tackling the heavy themes of infidelity, emotional trauma, and self-worth. This…
The Timeless Elegance of Onyeka Onwenu: A Legacy of Unity and Art
Onyeka Onwenu was an embodiment of feminine greatness who reached past the cusp of music, literature, and cinema with her exceptional talent and grace. Also known as the “Elegant Stallion,” she captivated audiences with her powerful voice and…
Discover New Worlds with These Captivating Reads
Good books transcend boundaries and captivate readers no matter where they originate. If you love indulging in movies and social media, why not pair your entertainment with fiction that can broaden your horizons and enrich your mind? Here are some…
Ekiti to Celebrate Wole Soyinka at 90 in Grand Style
Ekiti State is set to celebrate Nigerian Nobel Laureate, Wole Soyinka, as he turns ninety on July 13th. The event is organized by the Ekiti Book Club, the Association of Nigerian Authors and the Association of Tourism Practitioners of Nigeria. The…
African Fiction: Four Artistic Works For This Holiday
If you are looking for something beyond movies to spark your holiday spirit, these four African novels are your perfect guide. The profound depth and individual artistic brilliance of the writers will transport you through space and time, revealing the…
African Literature: Stories In Motion
Sunday is a day for religious activities, enjoying jollof rice, and indulging in a cinematic experience. While I might be exaggerating a bit, an engaging book can truly lift the spirits. I recommend these African novels as you relax with family and wrap…
Four Novels That You Must Read This weekend
Novels are movies on pages. If you are looking for books to spend time with this weekend, you may want to check out these four: Thirteen Months of Sunrise, by Rania Mamoun, translated by Elisabeth Jaquette (Comma Press, 2019) In this powerful debut…
Cyprian Ekwensi – The Maverick Writer
Cyprian Ekwensi was a man whose palate is prose. Nigerians still love Ekwensi. School children read his colourful sketches of life in Africa’s most populous, and complicated country. For a one-time Biafran propagandist, whose work was often broadcast on…