Tag: Prof. Wole Soyinka
Inside Soyinka’s surprising mission to Ooni’s Palace
Prof. Soyinka stressed the growing desire among diaspora Africans, particularly Afro-Brazilians of Yoruba ancestry, to reconnect with their past.
Soyinka questions Trump’s mental state over violent remarks about Nigeria
In his words: “Any government has an obligation to protect, to ensure the welfare of his or her citizens. There's…
Framing Benue killings as religiously motivated misleading, harmful – Gov Alia
Governor Alia added that every loss of life in Benue weighs heavily on him as governor and called on the…
Soyinka blows hot: ‘Trump is a petty-minded dictator’
The Nobel Laureate noted that Trump’s campaign rhetoric normalised hate speech and created a climate of intolerance that had lasting…
From Green Card to Blacklist: Soyinka’s Tumultuous U.S. Journey
The Nobel Laureate’s reaction was measured but firm. “If they wish to cancel it, that is their business,” he told…
Soyinka reacts as U.S revokes his visa permanently
Soyinka also used the occasion to recount two earlier experiences he had with U.S. authorities, both of which he described…
Badagry Door of Return, a historic beginning of stupendous event – Soyinka
Nobel Laureate, Prof Wole Soyinka says the Door of Return Ceremony in Badagry, Lagos is a historic beginning of a…
Why I accepted Tinubu’s renaming of National Theatre after me – Soyinka
The literary icon also revisited his past criticism of the National Theatre, describing it once as a “slum” and even…
How I was abducted, robbed in Romania – Soyinka
By Nehru Odeh Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has given a detailed account of how he was abducted and robbed…
Visa Reinterview: Why I won’t honour invitation by U.S. Consulate – Soyinka
Soyinka, who was taken aback by the invite, which he finds strange and bizarre and, according to him, not a…
Soyinka backs traditional medicine at Isese Festival
The Nobel Laureate lamented the neglect of indigenous remedies, noting that many Nigerians still believe only hospitals can provide effective…
Celebrations across two continents as Soyinka turns 91
The 2025 programme explores postcolonial identity and interrogates how young Africans can reclaim agency and reimagine leadership in ways that…
Soyinka tears into Babangida’s Memoir: ‘You’re a General without an Army’
Soyinka said Babangida must write a follow-up book, as his autobiography remains unfinished.
What Soyinka said about Nigeria’s future will leave you speechless
The playwright and cultural icon also highlighted the need to adapt traditional practices to modern life to preserve their cultural…
Again, fraudsters impersonate Soyinka, defraud many
"Yesterday, barely days after I was sent a link, a woman called me up, a total stranger, but she was…
I have made arrangements for my death – Soyinka
In response, Soyinka, while hinting at his future, remarked that he had made arrangements for his transition. “I don't want…
I have made arrangement for my death – Soyinka
Soyinka, responding, said he didn't want to be morbid but hinted that his transition was his future, adding that he…
Cuba celebrates Soyinka with Dulce María Loynaz International Prize
In his acceptance speech, Soyinka conveyed his profound happiness and emotional connection, expressing how deeply he valued returning to the…
Cuban President confers national medal of honour on Soyinka
The Haydee Santamaria Medal is conferred to national and foreign citizens and groups who, over the years, have shared the…
I can’t conceive for a moment mature people calling themselves Obidients – Soyinka
Soyinka said the word submission meant obedience, saying religion preached submission but asked: "submission to whom? Each individual can find…
Donald Trump is a menace, a danger to the world, a consummate liar – Soyinka
"We have had one here also, but he is just a copycat beside Donald Trump. If you want to find…
Why I wrote a new book at 90 – Soyinka
Soyinka added that "Then, I told them I wanted to see their treatment of that episode in their imaginative reconstructions. …
Abacha was mad, obsessed with me, It was a bit miracle I survived his period – Soyinka
"I consider it a bit of a miracle that I managed to survive that period. Because Abacha was mad. He…
Sanwo-Olu unveils special portrait of Soyinka (Photos)
"His Nobel Prize win many years ago opened the door for many to dream and believe that greatness is achievable.…
The many ways Soyinka supported me – Gbenga Daniel
Daniel, who was the chairman of the occasion, narrated how Soyinka encouraged and inspired him to carry out the modernization…
ANA Lagos celebrates Soyinka, reads from his works
Ogunrinde, who read The man died said the reason she read the work was because it chronicled Soyinka’s impact during…
20 Quick astonishing facts about Prof. Wole Soyinka at 90
In 1965, he seized the Western Nigeria Broadcasting Service studio and broadcast a demand for the cancellation of the Western…
Soyinka at 90: You’re a patriot, Africa’s pride – Sanwo-Olu
The Governor said the Nobel Laureate, as a quintessential scholar and literary icon, has used his position and experience to…
Breaking: Tinubu names National Theatre after Soyinka
Tinubu described Soyinka as a colossus, a true Renaissance person blessed with innumerable talents, saying he is a playwright, actor,…
How Soyinka did me priceless favour, shocked my friends – Osinbajo
Osinbajo made this revelation while delivering a speech entitled "Soyinka; The Imperative of a Public Conscience" at the Soyinka International…