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A book, entitled "Sacred Art of Odu Ifa" written by Grammy Award-winning musician-philosopher, Olalekan Babalola is set for release in Lagos

New book on Ifa to be released in Lagos

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

The limited edition of the 200-page book, is designed to “tantalise philosophically and visually as it shares what Odu Ifa…
Former minister Bolaji Abdullahi speaks on his book, 'On A Platter Of Gold - How Jonathan Won And Lost Nigeria' at an event in Port Harcourt

Why I wrote a book on rise and fall of Jonathan: Ex-minister Abdullahi

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

The book now serves as a document of history that highlights the inner political intrigues, complications and complexities that played…
Adaora Onyechere Sydney-Jack, author of 'Politics, X and Power says the book mirrors shrinking opportunities for women in politics in Nigeria

Sydney- Jack: Why I wrote ‘Politics, X and Power’

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Addressing the book, the author, Sydney-Jack said she ventured into politics with the view to bridge the gap between the…

‘Destiny’ by Juliana Ajayi revives African heritage, reading culture

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 years ago

Furthermore, Ajayi's YouTube channel, StoriesByAde24, features illustrated short videos designed to engage students and foster a love for storytelling.
Femi Adesina discusses his experience as presidential spokesperson and his book about former President Muhammadu Buhari at CORA forum

In search of real Buhari: Conversation with ex-presidential spokesperson Femi Adesina

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Adesina tried to paint what he regards as the ‘real’ picture of the former president, his software and not his…
President Tinubu expected at launch of "Working with Buhari: Reflections of a Special Adviser, Media and Publicity, a book by Femi Adesina,

Tinubu, Buhari, Gowon to attend Femi Adesina’s 16 January book launch

Ademola Adegbamigbe

2 years ago

A book, Working with Buhari: Reflections of a Special Adviser, Media and Publicity, (2015-2023), written by Femi Adesina, former Special…
Gbenga Sokefun says every cleric in Nigeria should read both the Bible and the Qur'an

How children’s knowledge of history can unite Nigeria — Sokefun

Isa Isawade

2 years ago

‘Adigun’ is a sprawling saga that describes the experiences of two West African boys, Adigun and Chike, forced by different…
Akinropo drops hint of a sequel as SCARS DO HEAL clocks 2

Akinropo drops hint of a sequel as SCARS DO HEAL clocks 2

Isa Isawade

3 years ago

"Also, don't stop to send your pieces of advice and reviews to me as I try to write a sequel…
Irish writer Paul  Lynch wins 2023 this Booker Prize with Prophet Song, a novel the judges described as the “triumph of emotional storytelling.”

Why Paul Lynch’s ‘Prophet Song’ won 2023 Booker Prize

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

Lynch, an internationally acclaimed novelist who has published five novels, winning several awards in the process,  was born in Limerick in…
Zimbabwean writer Petina Gappah thrills audience with tales from her forthcoming memoir, Heaven is a Library at the Ake Arts and Books Festival

Fun as Petina Gappah thrills at Ake Arts and Book Festival

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

Petina then read excerpts from the memoir, which held the guests spellbound, with the hall erupting with laughter repeatedly.

Lola Shoneyin: Why this year’s Ake Arts and Book Festival is so special

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

Now in its eleventh year, Ake Arts & Book Festival has brought over 1000 writers, poets, musicians, actors, filmmakers, artists…
Dr. Adaora Onyechere Sydney-Jack, a gender advocate and ace broadcaster speaks on her intriguing new book 'Politics, Pu..y & Power.

My book exposes dark underbelly of Nigerian politics, gender insensitivity

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

Adaora Sydney-Jack speaks on challenges of gender inclusion and stereotypes in Nigerian politics, shrinking opportunities and fairness in the society…
Nigerian journalist Ogunrinde signs publishing contract with Fairlight Books UK

Nigerian journalist Ogunrinde signs publishing contract with Fairlight Books UK

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

Adeola thus becomes Nigeria's first author to be published by Fairlight books , which has a lot of A-list writers…
Soyinka, Dylan

Why Nobel Prize in Literature shouldn’t have been awarded to Bob Dylan in 2016 – Soyinka

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

the Nobel Committee awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature to Bob Dylan “for having created new poetic expressions within the…
Popular broadcast journalist, Adaora Onyechere Sydney-Jack, releaseS new book, with an intriguing title, 'Politics Pussy & Power

AIT’s Adaora releases provocative book, ‘Politics, Pussy & Power’

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

According to the review of the book on Amazon books, Adaora in Politics, Pussy & Power, "Challenges conventions, providing fresh…
Paul Dada

Dilemma and the ‘Ka la ba ya do sha’ Shenanigans (A Movie Review)

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

Finally yielding to intense pressure and further influenced by the books Duro recommended to him, Alex finally becomes a materially…
The 2023 Nobel Prize in literature has been awarded to Norwegian novelist and playwright, Jon Fosse "for his innovative plays and prose"

Jon Fosse wins 2023 Nobel Prize in literature

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

“I am overwhelmed and grateful,” Fosse said, reacting in a news release issued by his Norwegian publisher. “I see this…
Senegalese couple, Mame Bougouma Dienne and Woppa Diallo, make history as joint winners of the 2023 Caine Prize for African Writing.

Couple win Caine Prize for the first time

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

Diene and Diallo win a cash prize of £10,000, and will have their work featured in the 2023 Caine prize…
“Odia Ofeimun: In Search of a Common Morality- Essays, Tributes and Conversations,” was presented to the public in Lagos on 28 September 2023.

Odia Ofeimun: Celebrating a writer in pursuit of the common good

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

Odia Ofeimum, whom the distinguished guests had gathered to celebrate, expressed his appreciation for their commitment to the progress of…
Habib Jaafar, businessman and philanthropist launches autobiography, "African Odyssey of a Lebanese Emigrants: an autobiography of sorts"

Soyinka, others shower praise on Habib Jaafar ‘s new book

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

Soyinka, who was the distinguished chairman at the occasion showered praise on the book that he had recommended for publishing,…
From Jonathan Swift to Samuel Beckett, these literary luminaries have left an indelible mark on the Dublin cultural landscape.

Navigating Words: Literary Dublin Vacation – Unveiling Extraordinary Packages for Book Lovers

Ademola Adegbamigbe

3 years ago

Dublin, a city steeped in literary history and the birthplace of renowned wordsmiths, exudes an aura of creativity that resonates…
Dr Akil Khalfani, Pan African Diaspora Ambassador to the Ooni of Ife, explains why novel, Things Fall Apart, is still valued after 65 years

Why ‘Things Fall Apart’ is still valued 65 years after – Don

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

Things Fall Apart, Chinua Achebe’s debut novel, and his two other classics, Arrow of God and No Longer at Ease,…

How Bola and Atinuke Ige Gave Their Children Wings to Fly

Isa Isawade

3 years ago

The family spirit or what Funso Adegbola calls “the value of family” permeates He Gave Me Wings and She Gave…
Dr Akil Khalfani, Pan African Diaspora Ambassador to the Ooni of Ife, explains why novel, Things Fall Apart, is still valued after 65 years

Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart a demonstration of Africans’ heroism – Don

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

Things Fall Apart is a book that demonstrates the heroism, the heroism of the Africans; Chinua Achebe demonstrates that despite…

How I met Emeritus Professor Goodfellow – Akinropo

Isa Isawade

3 years ago

"After I introduced myself, Prof asked me more questions to find out all I was doing for a living. I…
Chimamanda Adichie

Chimamanda wins Indie Book Award for non-fiction

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

By Nehru Odeh Bestselling writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has won this year’s Indie Book Award for non-fiction for Notes On…

MY FATHER’S FARMLAND: A MORAL INQUIRY INTO WHAT WE LEAVE BEHIND

Michael Adesina

3 years ago

In the Novel, My Father’s Farmland, Novelist and filmmaker Opeyemi Akintunde employs allegory to interrogate one of humanity’s oldest questions:…
Fela Anikulapo-Kuti

Why I wrote a book on my love affair with Fela – Sandra Izsadore

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

Izsadore, formerly known as Sandra Smith, said she did not write the book for profit but so that readers and…
Victor Edogun

AMAZON, SELAR, NERDC approve Victor Edogun’s books

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

The approval means the highly educative and entertaining books are now available for global distribution as Paperbacks, as well as…
Bulgarian writer Georgi Gospodinov

Why Bulgarian writer won €50,000 International Booker Prize

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

Time Shelter’s win marks the second year in a row that the award has gone to a book in a…
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