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Canadian poet Anne Carson wins 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature

Canadian poet Anne Carson wins 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature

By Prisca Sam-Duru STOCKHOLM — Canadian poet, essayist and translator Anne Carson has won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature. Carson, 76, was honoured “for her bold and inventive oeuvre that, in playful dialogue with the classical tradition, has created new forms for contemporary literature,” the Swedish Academy said on Thursday. The prize was announced […]
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African children should enjoy animated characters like them — Akintobi, author

African children should enjoy animated characters like them — Akintobi, author

Netherlands-based Ranti Akintobi, who works full time as a Finance Manager, was born in Ibadan, Oyo state, Nigeria. The author of “The Royal Visit” is fascinated by diverse cultures of peoples across the globe, having lived in three continents (North America, Europe, and Africa) in London, Chicago, New Jersey, Ibadan etc

Hero of Faith: A song of hope for Leah Sharibu

Hero of Faith: A song of hope for Leah Sharibu

For four years now, little Leah Sharibu has been missing in her schools’ Children’s Day celebration. Not only that she has been transformed against her will into a teenage mother of two as we heard in the news, but she has also been forcefully converted to Islam by her captors

Poetic Tribute to Pius Adesanmi

Poetic Tribute to Pius Adesanmi

In a rare show of collective grief, celebrated and emerging poets within and outside Africa, present a synergy of voices, mourning the demise of Pius Adebola Adesanmi

Whitney Okpalamoka: From pol science to fabric art

Whitney Okpalamoka: From pol science to fabric art

Whitney Okpalamoka, a graduate of political science from Covenant University, is an emerging fabric artist. Her brand, Whitney Black, evolved into making exotic bridal wear with luxurious fabrics and piquant designs. Okpalamoka reveals how she uses her craft to boost confidence in women