‘Japa No Easy’: Obadina’s poetry is unvarnished truth
By Femi Morgan One of the concerns of contemporary literature from Nigeria has been the struggle of the individual against the reality of migration. On that score, the writer does not paint relocation abroad in the sentiments of escapism; rather, they do so to aptly underscore the circumstances of survival. Therefore, the ‘japa’ rave remains […]
OTUNBA SEGUN RUNSEWE: Arts, Culture & Tourism Icon
If there is any Nigerian alive today who is qualified to wear the crown of Nigeria’s Arts, Culture and Tourism Icon, that person is Otunba Olusegun Runsewe (OON). It would also be fitting to award him the title of Chief Priest of Nigeria’s Arts, Culture and Tourism, because he knows where the bodies are buried in those three inseparable sectors.
Literary Review: ‘HIM, HER & I’ by Opeyemi Akintunde — Love story that cuts close to home
Some novels entertain you. Others enter you. HIM, HER & I is one of those rare stories that quietly slips under your skin but with emotional precision
Anatomy of corruption in Nigeria: Britain planted it – Dr Onu
The book, “Anatomy of Crime of Corruption in Nigeria (Constitutional Framework as the Tap-root), Volume 1 and 2, authored by Dr. Onu John Onwe, turns out to be the first time a researcher and author has gone to the root cause of corruption, proffering solutions. Others have been treating the symptoms of corruption.
Kifaya’s book mirrors silent war between religion, modernism
‘Hajara The Hijabie’ is KifayahAjibade-Bakare’s new novel for children. Ajibade-Bakare, writer, and publisher of children’s books, proves in the book how passionate she is about assisting children overcome pressures that arise due to differences in culture and identity. With over five years of experience, she has written lots of books to inspire Muslim kids.
Chukwuemeka’s art blossoms with VillageOneArt
These are very interesting times for US-based Nigerian fine artist Chukwuemeka Anthony Chukwu, as his career experiences a boost with VillageOneArt, an International Agency now representing him globally.
‘Stitched Between Worlds’; solo exhibition by Goodluck Jane set to hold
The works speak to duality: past and present, homeland and diaspora, fragility and strength
Ibukun Awosika praises Fashola’s book
Nigerian business woman, motivational speaker and author, Mrs. Ibukun Awosika has praised the book titled “Nigerian Public Discourse: The Interplay of Empirical Evidence and Hyperbole” authored by the former Governor of Lagos State and former Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Raji Fashola.
Akubo’s gripping Sonnets of Motherhood
By Dr. Ifeoma Ezinne Odinye Kaltume Akubo’s Sonnets of Motherhood is a collection of poems purported to give natural and complex perspectives of motherhood in unfixed verse forms—a poetic approach distinct from the Petrarchan and Shakespearean Sonnets. Akubo’s poetic sense celebrates motherhood by reiterating a natural paradigm that resonates in the human context. The poet’s […]
Promoting African art, creatives through Access ART X Prize
By Prisca Sam-Duru In the vibrant Nigerian art community where brushstrokes tell tales and canvases narrate stories, talented artists are making waves on the global stage. However, many of these individuals face challenges when it comes to funding and support to actualize their dreams. Many are at various crossroads in life and even contemplating closing […]
My father told us folklores, oral history — Godstime
By Osa Mbonu-Amadi, Arts Editor Assin Godstime is an author who has written more than 20 books. In this interview with Vanguard, he shares a tiny fraction of his childhood story and the titles, especially his “Holy Sinner” published in 2020: What’s your academic background? How did you become a writer? I hold law degrees […]
