"People of the City" was written by Cyprian Ekwensi in 1953. Despite studying Pharmacy, Ekwensi became a prolific author with several critically acclaimed books to his name. It's said that his father was a storyteller, which may have inspired Ekwensi's love for writing. After working in broadcasting, he eventually started his own business, showcasing his… Continue reading People of the City by Cyprian Ekwensi
Tag: Nigeria
To Hell With The Prophecy (Weep Not Child by James Ngugi)
This story comes from the second chapter of Weep Not Child by James Nguigi. I think it is pertinent to attitude of some Christians in Nigeria to voting in elections. As you read, please note I am angry abouta particular mindset. This post allows me to dissipate that anger so I don’t go to sleep… Continue reading To Hell With The Prophecy (Weep Not Child by James Ngugi)
Our Husband Has Gone Mad Again by Ola Rotimi
Our Husband Has Gone Mad Again by Ola Rotimi is a short play, about 85 pages. It should not take more than 2 hours to read. The book was written in 1977, just before the second republic. Nevertheless, there are quotable quotes that sounded prescient. For example, hear out the main character of the play:… Continue reading Our Husband Has Gone Mad Again by Ola Rotimi
JE NG LO GBA TEMI by TAA Ladele and the Girl Child of South Western Nigeria, circa 1971
This short post is about the first page of JE NG LO GBA TEMI by TAA Ladele, a book written in 1971. A work of fiction but I believe fictions always have some basis in reality. JE NG LO GBA TEMI can be translated "Let me have fun", "I want to enjoy this season of… Continue reading JE NG LO GBA TEMI by TAA Ladele and the Girl Child of South Western Nigeria, circa 1971
Rev Jesse Josiah Ransome-Kuti and the Ogboni Fraternity
Recently, I wrote about Fela Anikulapo-Kuti's musical heritage (read here). Rev Jesse Josiah Ransom-Kuti was Fela's grand father: Rev Josiah Jesse Ransome-Kuti took a very radical and practical approach to his faith, and that approach brought conflict with the Anglican Church. A very good example was when he allowed the "Ogboni Fraternity" to hold a… Continue reading Rev Jesse Josiah Ransome-Kuti and the Ogboni Fraternity
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