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Kita And The Dusty Red Road

Kita loves to kick up dust along the red dusty road. She doesn & rsquo;t listen when her mama warns her not to do this. One day, she kicks up so much red dust she awakens the Dust Eater. Kita is scared. Can anybody save her?

Americanah

The bestselling novel & mdash;and one of Barack Obama & rsquo;s summer reading picks & mdash;from the award-winning author of We Should All Be Feminists and Dear Ijeawele. & ldquo;From one of the world & rsquo;s great contemporary writers comes the story of two Nigerians making their way in the U.S. and the UK, raising universal questions of race and belonging, the overseas experience for the African diaspora, and the search for identity and a home. & rdquo; & mdash;Barack ObamaNominated as one of America & rsquo;s best-loved novels by PBS & rsquo;s The Great American ReadIfemelu and Obinze are young and in love when they depart military-ruled Nigeria for the West. Beautiful, self-assured Ifemelu heads for America, where despite her academic success, she is forced to grapple with what it means to be black for the first time. Quiet, thoughtful Obinze had hoped to join her, but with post-9/11 America closed to him, he instead plunges into a dangerous, undocumented life in London. Fifteen years later, they reunite in a newly democratic Nigeria, and reignite their passion & mdash;for each other and for their homeland.

The Meaning Of Life: A Collection Of Poems

THE MEANING OF LIFE By Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu Over the ages, determining the true meaning of life has preoccupied the attention of so many people. Many things happen in life that we yet do not fully understand. Some people go to sleep and dream while sleeping. When they wake up, they remember exactly what they had dreamt. A short time later, which may be hours or days, those dreams come true. Events occur exactly as they had dreamt of them. Some others even while they are awake, see visions that may appear before them in flashes as in watching a movie. These scenes may appear within so short a time, say, seconds or perhaps minutes. Shortly after, such events as seen in those visions occur in real life. Many people wonder why for some people things of this nature happen on a regular basis. How and from what source do these people get advance information of events which are yet to occur? Why are some people not all so favoured? When misfortune comes to people, some emerge from it stronger and better human beings. But for others, the heavy weight of misfortune crushes them, never to rise again. For them, they grow weaker with time, until they completely fade away. In life & rsquo;s journey, there are many thigns beyond our control. Natural events, with far-reaching consequences, may impose smile on our faces or bring tears to our eyes. Some people have an unfair share of living almost perpetually in pain and sorrow. Why should this be so? As I travel in the journey of life, I have had some experiences that throw light on the meaning of life. I feel that is I should share these experiences with others, both near and far, as a contribution in the search for the true meaning of life. I chose to condense these experiences in poems. I have tried using few words to examine many aspects of human nature. I am convinced that if we can truly understand the meaning of life, the world will be a better place. Many people may reconsider doing some of the things that they do to get temporary satisfaction but end up hurting others and even hurting our cherished environment. The search for the true meaning of life should continue. When we succeed, it will be very helpful in building a new world where love of self and of neighbor will thrive and people will live in peace and be happy.

Americanah

Ifemelu and Obinze are young and in love when they depart military-ruled Nigeria for the West. Beautiful, self-assured Ifemelu heads for America, where despite her academic success, she is forced to grapple with what it means to be black for the first time. Quiet, thoughtful Obinze had hoped to join her, but with post-9/11 America closed to him, he instead plunges into a dangerous, undocumented life in London. Fifteen years later, they reunite in a newly democratic Nigeria, and reignite their passion & mdash;for each other and for their homeland

Wanderer Cantos By Remi Raji

& ldquo;It is always a delight to read a work by Remi Raji. Master craftsman, with a unique gift for the magical feel of tone and trope, word and cadence, melody and meaning, Raji has certainly established himself now as one of our finest poets. This new collection from his stable does not disappoint. Plucked out of the poet's numerous journeys through different lands and diverse encounters, and of his triumph over the trauma of a raging epidemic, the songs of Wanderer Cantos celebrate and re-affirm the eloquent and indomitable essence of our human spirit. & rdquo; & mdash;Okinba Launko [Femi Osofisan], poet-playwright and essayist, winner of the Fonlon-Nichols Prize, 2006 and the Thalia Prize, 2016. & ldquo;In Wanderer Cantos, we encounter a troubadour traversing the vast landscapes of our hearts and minds, our shared commonalities of lives saved and lost, promises betrayed, stunted national histories, hope reaffirmed and the gratitude we now compulsorily feel for daily breath in these times of the coronavirus. Wanderer Cantos leaves us affected and educated in its sheer length and range of what is possible to achieve with poetry. In this collection, Raji affirms his patriotism and passion for our native land with a time-tested tour de force that has rightfully earned him a place in the corpus #BestofNigeria. & rdquo; & mdash;Toyin Adewale-Gabriel, author of Naked Testimonies, 1995; Breaking the Silence, 1996; and 25 New Nigerian Poets, 2000. & ldquo;The poetic eloquence and social tenor, the intimate tone and tender rhythm make Wanderer Cantos a significant booster to a Rajian aesthetics long marked by heightened sensitivity to the contradictions of life. As in his earlier collections, Wanderer Cantos marries the public and the private in measured craft that renders poetry more human than we ever thought. & rdquo; & mdash;Emman Egya Sule, author of What the Sea Told Me, 2009 winner of ANA/Gabriel Okara Prize. & ldquo;A wag once wrote that & ldquo;when you leave home, home leaves you & rdquo;. Remi Raji debunks that because, like the tortoise and its shell, the farther our poet sojourns, the closer he is bound to the land of his birth. The poems in this collection are jeremiads for a benighted nation and incantations of hope for a new dawn. These are personal testaments garbed in the language of the griot and the poet's word-play is often devastating. & rdquo; & mdash;Toni Kan, author of Songs of Absence and Despair, 2009; and The Carnivorous City, 2016.

Lockdown By Kunle Wizeman Ajayi

A bold and expansive voyage of verse that captures the joys and absurdities of the 'Great Lockdown' and the impossibility in Nigeria whilst weaving threads of the global situation into this distinctively Naija fabric of defiance. Blazing with a restless creativity, searching, and daring, Kunle lives p to his name in the five moments of his iconoclastic social commentary that his poetry is--the thing full house'

Write Me A Poem Volume 2 By Mark Nwagwu

Write Me a Poem by Mark Nwagwu, is a three-volume collection of poems written daily to God. The collection spans a whole year & ndash; Volume I (January-April), Volume II (May-August) and Volume III (September-December) & ndash; from January to December 2020. Nwagwu & rsquo;s Write Me a Poem is an excellent example of poetry written in the Catholic tradition of mystical poetry that has achieved especial accomplishment in the works of the Spanish Carmelite mystics like John of the Cross, but also in the life of his spiritual heir, Therese of Lisieux. As such, the poems are painfully aware of Good, Evil, and the deep connection a penitent soul could have with the creator. In the Divine, the poet has found both himself and all whom he has loved, and they remain steadfast. "The three-volume collection by Mark Nwagwu titled Write Me a Poem is a good example of poetry written in the Catholic tradition of mystical poetry, that has achieved especial accomplishment in the works of the Spanish Carmelite mystics like John of the Cross, but also in the life of his spiritual heir, Therese of Lisieux. As such, the poems are painfully aware of Good, of Evil, and the deep connection a penitent soul could have with the creator." Richard Anyah, writer, editor and African diaspora researcher "Mark Nwagwu, unapologetically Catholic Christian, takes readers to the very peak of contemplative prayer in the three volumes of Write Me a Poem. The poet paints riveting images that depict his vulnerability as a human person, yet, equally conscious of his intimate relationship with the Divine. Hence, this child-man that converses with so much candor with his Creator about everything and anything, melts into delectable tenderness when he speaks to the Madonna. The poet & rsquo;s identity as a child in the presence of Divinity is the groundwork of this three-volume collection. The humanity and sublime transcendence of Write Me a Poem leaves you with a soothing authenticity that lingers long after you have turned the last page." Nwachukwu Egbunike, poet and author of Blazing Moon and Nka & ldquo;Come, follow me, & rdquo; Jesus told them. And the disciples started a divine adventure. As Pope Francis never tires of repeating, & ldquo;we have heard many times that Christianity is not only a doctrine, it is not only a behaviour, it is not just a culture. Yes, it's all that, but first and foremost it's an encounter. A person is a Christian because he has met Jesus Christ, he has let himself to be met by Him. & rdquo; Professor Nwagwu has had that encounter, but like all love stories it cannot be conveyed in prose: it needs the poetic language. Only poetry can give voice to the reasons of the heart that reason cannot understand." Revd. Fr. Diego de Jodar, Doctor of Sacred Theology (STD) ABOUT THE AUTHOR MARK NWAGWU, a professor of cell and molecular biology, lived an unforgettable life as an undergraduate at University College, Ibadan, 1957-61. He took his Ph.D. at the University of Stock-holm, Sweden, did landmark research at the University of Connecticut, USA and Brock University, Canada as Associate Professor of Biological Sciences before his return to the University of Ibadan in 1976 from which he retired in 2002. A Fellow of the Nigerian Academy of Science, Professor Nwagwu revolutionized parasitological research in the basic sciences with the Cellular Parasitology Programme, at the cutting edge of research, not available anywhere in tropical Africa at its inception in 1987. A scientist of honour, Professor Nwagwu turned to literary works in retirement. An exciting writer of repute, he has published three novels, Forever Chimes (2008), My Eyes Dance (2010) and I Am Kagara (2016). He has also published four works of poetry, all dedicated to his dear wife, Professor Helen Onyemazuwa Nwagwu: Helen not of Troy (2008), Cat Man Dew (2010), HelenaVenus, (2013) and Time Came Upon Me (2019) written in her memory after her departure in 2018. Professor Nwagwu received the Lifetime Achievement Award by the University of Ibadan, in 2018, in celebration of her 70th anniversary.

Buhari's Way

Buhari surprised skeptics when he won the 2015 presidential election to become the 6th democratically elected president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. But the road to the presidency hadn't been a cakewalk. Buhari had to fight, persevere, and with a little bit of accidental luck, combined with his predecessor's self-destruct, and moribund administration, won a landslide victory. The years leading to the 2015 election had been volatile, with suspicions, mudslinging, and a free-for-all battle for the presidency. Did Buhari win the election by stoking riots, unrest and terrorism in Nigeria's northeast? Did he win because he was the only trusted politician left to solve Nigeria's numerous problems? Did murder, mayhem, blackmail, kidnapping, terrorism, insurgency and uncertainties, pave the way for Buhari's victory in the 2015 presidential election? Would Buhari have been charged with crime against humanity at the International Criminal Court in The Hague, for allegedly inciting the 2011 post election violence that killed many in the northeast of Nigeria if he had lost the election? This semi-biography of Buhari, and of Nigeria, answers and tells it all, with unfettered candor. This book is about Buhari, and about Nigeria and how the country has struggled since independence in 1960, to find its potential socioeconomic greatness, with one corrupt government after another. Will the new democratically elected 6th president solve Nigeria's problems and end the corruption that has become endemic and a way of life in this oil-rich but mismanaged nation? Can this former coup leader and dictator let go the soldier in him and become a true convert to democracy, or a converted democrat? Read Buhari's Way, to know if he will succeed or fail!

Origin Of Egbudu-Akah & The Illoh empire By Obah Lucky Lormarks

Book about the origin , foundation, civilization and development of Egbudu-Akah kingdom. The book; origin of Egbudu Akah and the Illoh empire is meant for the purpose of record and reference, for all who seek to know about Egbudu-Akah community.

In The Name Of Democracy

IN THE NAME OF DEMOCRACY BY Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu Democracy may be a word familiar to most, but it is still a vogue concept that remains largely misunderstood and misused by many. In recent years, the very institutions that are meant to provide models for emerging democracies tend to become problematic and even dysfunctional, thus making adapting the practice even more elusive. It is an incontrovertible fact that most democracies cannot afford the financial cost they currently demand. Another reason why so many democratic experiments have failed is that too much emphasis was put on elections and too little on the other essential features of democracy. This negative trend must be uprooted before it chokes to death, the very sit of democracy. The book makes very clear that robust checks and balances are just as vital to the establishment of a healthy democracy as a right to vote. These and many more of such insights are highlighted in this book. That is why the book is coming In handy to make a contribution by confronting the inbuilt contradictions of democracy. The book dwells on the concept of democracy in all its varied meanings and about the processes by which democracy might be attained. Contents of the book drive home the understanding that democracy in any society is vital for individuals to maintain identification with their government. This can be achieved to a democracy that emerges as a result of a gradual change in the principles that govern and update political systems that address problems. The book makes no pretense about the enviable place of democracy in governance systems. That is the reason it recognises that long-term, sustainable development is closely linked to sound democratic governance and the protection of human rights. It views democracy, human rights, and governance not in isolation but as a critical framework in which all aspects of development must advance together. Therefore, the book holds the strong view that for democracy to remain successful, it must be both assiduously nurtured when it is young-and cheerfully maintained when it is matured. For the author, democracy is not only important, but it is also vital! Simply because we are all human, we all deserve to live in a democracy that works.

In The Name Of Our Father By Olukorede Yishua And A Person Of Heft By Bolaji Olatunde

In the Name of Our Father by Olukorede Yishau The desire to become a novelist suddenly seizes Justus Omoeko. He wants another title other than a journalist for which thousands know him. He is soon inspired by the story of a popular prophet in town and decides to write a thriller out of the dark patch that is the life of this renowned man of God, who has the Head of State and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Force, General Sani Idoti, as one of his clients.Prophet T.C. Jeremiah hits the jackpot when the military usurper in power recruits him to help ensure his longevity in office. Money begins to fall into his accounts as though he has a cash tree at the back of his house. But, the more money he makes, his family falls apart. He performs miracles. Yet, his ex-prostitute wife finds it hard to conceive. It has been shortlisted for the NLNG Literature Prize 2021. A Person of Heft by Bolaji Olatunde It is 2015. Nigeria has a new president who has promised change and prosperity for Nigerians. Tomi Makinde is a young Nigerian professional woman struggling to get a foothold in corporate Nigeria. As her marketing career grows, she finds herself catapulted fast to unexpected heights due to a chance encounter. As she climbs the corporate ladder, she contends with intense power play and betrayal. Despite her professional success, she is haunted by the memories of her parents & rsquo; failed marriage. She is afraid of letting her guard down to allow love in.Demola Gbolahan is a young accountant in who seems to have it made.His colleagues, family and friends are mystified by his unmarried status. They continually pile pressure on him to get hitched. As tries to fix his marital status, he has to battle with high stakes workplace corruption.Wayne Crawly, young, successful British engineer, is keen on making the most of the Nigerian business environment, and enjoying the various cultures on offer. From all appearances, he is the quintessential expatriate, a gentleman who can do no harm, until push comes to shove.What do these three individuals have in common, apart from their youth? They all live in Abuja when their paths cross.Their lives intertwine and intersect in more ways than they bargain for in this story of sleaze, cut-throat corporate competition, malfeasance and romance set in Nigeria & rsquo;s capital city. With a supporting cast of wily and eccentric characters, the reader is certain to live the Abuja life through various eyes.

Celebrated: Nigerian Women In Development By Ayona Aguele-trimnell

The problems relating to the social worth of a woman, her ability to contribute to social development, the political, economic and social roles she is allowed to play, her pains and travails are issue that haunt all societies. These problems usually arise from the way society sees the woman and the way the woman sees herself. Perhaps because of these problems, despite the past achievements of Nigerian women, the number of prominent contemporary Nigerian women remains negligible compared to that of men. Ayona Aguele-Trimnell profiles here a few contemporary Nigerian women who, through thier own initiatives are playing laudable roles in society and yet remain larhely uncelebrated. Women like Doctors Okonjo-Iweala, Obiageli Ezekwesili and Professor Dora Akunyili to name a few, who have performed as well as any, and better than most of thier male contemporaries amd predecessors. This is the sense in which this book become important.

A Love Like A Woman's And Other Stories By Razinat T. Mohammed

The book, is a collection of short-stories centering around women and their plights in society. The bulk of the stories actually relate the female characters as women who love men sincerely and are betrayed by such men as in the title story, "A Love Like a Woman's". Other stories, depict men as callous and insensitive to the kind of love that the women desire.Even in a story like " One Good Turn" where women are not the leading characters, a man is craftily portrayed as beastial and high-handed hence, leading to the protagonist's revolt against established order. "Beast on Rampage" is the only story in the collection that gives insight into the complicated relationship amongst women thameselves.

Nigeria Dancing On The Brink

Nigeria Dancing on the Brink - John Campbell & ldquo;This lucidly written book will appeal to scholars, policymakers, and general readers. John Campbell explores key political, economic, and social issues and frankly evaluates U.S. policies in helping or inhibiting the building of a stable, democratic, and less corrupt Nigeria. It is essential reading for all concerned about the unfulfilled potential, and uncertain future, of this complex nation. & rdquo; & mdash;Richard Joseph, Northwestern University & ldquo;A fascinating work. With the detail Ambassador Campbell provides based on his Abuja assignment, the book is a lucid and valuable contribution to understanding contemporary Nigeria. Campbell writes with unusual candor, and with his initial academic training as a historian, he brings analytical discipline to his writing. This is much more than a mere memoir. & rdquo; & mdash;Crawford Young, University of Wisconsin, Madison Campbell argues that the breakdown of elite consensus, the lingering problems in the Niger-Delta, the crisis in the Middle Belt and the religious extremism that has made the North combustible, are all the key fault lines that could make the result of the forthcoming elections problematic. ...He has captured our stasis in the following words: & ldquo;Nigeria's top political personalities have largely remained the same since the end of the civil war; they have merely aged in place... & rdquo; Campbell comes across as one who loves Nigeria and wants her to succeed. & ndash; Fr. Matthew H. Kukah & ldquo;Nigeria, the united States & rsquo; most important strategic partner in West Africa, is in trouble. While Nigerians often claim they are masters of dancing on the brink without falling off, the recent vacuum in government authority, the upcoming 2011 elections, and escalating violence in the Niger Delta and the north may finally provide the impetus that pushes it into the abyss of state failure. & rdquo; John Campbell explores Nigeria & rsquo;s postcolonial history and presents a nuanced explanation of the events and conditions that have carried this complex, dynamic, and very troubled giant to the edge. Central to his analysis are the oil wealth, endemic corruption, and elite competition that have undermined Nigeria & rsquo;s nascent democratic institutions and alienated an increasingly impoverished population. State failure would damage the interest of the United States, but it is not inevitable. Campbell suggests concretepolicy options that would allow the United States to help Nigeria avoid state failure and promote political, social, and economic development.

Heritage Africa: Tales Of Freed Slaves

Africa is rich in cultural heritage, and this ranges from the tangible heritage to the intangible heritage. The various elements of heritage provide communities with the opportunity to establish an active relationship between the present and the past. Africa's heritage provides clues to the past and how our society has evolved. It helps examine history and traditions and enable develop an awareness about Africa. It helps understand and explain why Africa are the way it is. This book provides lots about the heritage of Africa including the anquish of the past and a better tommoro.

The Last Carver By Ositadimma Amakeze

The Last Carver narrates the musings of the historian Mgbirimgba Atuegwu on the recent death of one of the most respected men in his community, the Omenka. From Mgbirimgba's eyes, we are allowed to see the cultural practices of Umuokwe and the Igbos of South-Eastern Nigeria in the early colonial period.

Reflections— A Collection Of Short Essays By Wale Olaitan

Reflections: A Collection of Short Essays contains thoughts on Nigeria & rsquo;s contemporary political issues, commentaries on relevant political news headlines in the last four years and ideas on how Africa & rsquo;s most populous nation can reach its full potentials through the implementation of well-thought-out public policies. Wale Olaitan weaved together analyses of recent political events in Nigeria laced with humour often associated with political discourse among millions of social media users in the country. This book particularly explores the growing subjectivity of truth in this era of & ldquo;Fake News & rdquo; and its close links to the & mdash; & ldquo;Hailing Hailers & ldquo;and the & ldquo;Wailing Wailers & rdquo; followership phenomenon in Nigeria. There is also a bit of international flavour in the book, with commentaries on a few international news headlines. No matter your level of interest in politics, this is a book for you. The author & rsquo;s simple and captivating writing style makes the book a good source of information for students of contemporary politics and those who are interested in good governance in the developing world. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Wale Olaitan holds a Masters in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Griffith University, Australia and has been working in the criminal justice field in Australia since 2007. While Wale has a day job in his area of professional calling, writing gives him the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to discussions about Nigeria. He writes passionately and honestly about his homeland and the need for improvement in the people & rsquo;s living standards. Wale Olaitan & rsquo;s interest in politics stems from growing up under successive military juntas and his active involvement in student unionism during his undergraduate days under the military era. Wale is married to Titi; they live in Melbourne with their three daughters & mdash;Dami, Temi and Eni.

Nairobi Heat By Mukoma Wa Ngugi

IN MADISON, WISCONSIN, it & rsquo;s a big deal when African peace activist Joshua Hakizimana & mdash;who saved hundreds of people from the Rwandan genocide & mdash;accepts a position at the university to teach about & ldquo;genocide and testimony. & rdquo; Then a young woman is found murdered on his doorstep. Local police Detective Ishmael & mdash;an African-American in an & ldquo;extremely white & rdquo; town & mdash;suspects the crime is racially motivated; the Ku Klux Klan still holds rallies there, after all. But then he gets a mysterious phone call: & ldquo;If you want the truth, you must go to its source. The truth is in the past. Come to Nairobi. & rdquo; It & rsquo;s the beginning of a journey that will take him to a place still vibrating from the genocide that happened around its borders, where violence is a part of everyday life, where big-oil money rules and where the local cops shoot first and ask questions later & mdash;a place, in short, where knowing the truth about history can get you killed.

A Witness Bird By Timi Rowland Kpakiama

& ldquo;Timi Kpakiama's pen has produced a remarkable collection of poems which crystallises varied moments of experience, ranging from nostalgia and exuberance to pain and distress. As a historian coming to poetry and creative expression, Kpakiama is often concerned with 'origins' with a 'harking back', and with connections in his poetry. His inspiration ranges the landscape of memory from which individual flashes are captured in words. He is a true nationalist who carries in him legacies of the cultures of Benue, Bauchi, Plateau and Rivers States of Nigeria. His poetry draws on complex myths and folklore at the same time, it turns simple experiences like 'Going for firewood' and & lsquo;Mango plucking' into sensuous poetic journeys. & rdquo; & mdash; Professor Kanchana Ugbabe Department of English, University of Jos, Jos, Nigeria Author & rsquo;s Bio: Timi Rowland Kpakiama was born in Benue State, Nigeria. He holds a Bachelor's degree in History and International Studies from the University of Jos, and a Masters degree in History from the University of Ibadan. At present, Kpakiama is a doctoral candidate in the Institute of African Studies, University of Ibadan. His poetry draws its influences from Ijaw oral tradition, history, and the works of Gabriel Okara, J.P. Clark, Okot P'Bitek and Mazisi Kunene. His publications include Salute to Our Mangrove Giants and Other Poems (Kraft Books, 2008), Song of Benasoro (Parresia Publishers, 2013) and Song of Soldier & Song of Prisoner (Winepress Publishing, 2018).

Fagunwa Yoruba Novels.

In 1938, entering a literary contest of the Nigerian education ministry, Fagunwa wrote his & Ograve;gb & oacute;j & uacute; ?d? n & iacute;n & uacute; Igb & oacute; Ir & uacute;nmal, widely considered the first novel written in the Yoruba language and one of the first to be written in any African language. Wole Soyinka translated the book into English in 1968 as The Forest of A Thousand Daemons, first published by Random House and again by City Lights in September 2013 (ISBN 9780872866300). Fagunwa's later works include Igbo Olodumare (The Forest of God, 1949), Ireke Onibudo (1949), Irinkerindo ninu Igbo Elegbeje (Expedition to the Mount of Thought, 1954), and Adiitu Olodumare (1961). Fagunwa's novels draw heavily on folktale traditions and idioms, including many supernatural elements. His heroes are usually Yoruba hunters, who interact with kings, sages, and even gods in their quests. Thematically, his novels also explore the divide between the Christian beliefs of Africa's colonizers and the continent's traditional religions. Fagunwa remains the most widely read Yor & ugrave;b & aacute;-language author, and a major influence on such contemporary writers as Amos Tutuola.[2][3] D. O. Fagunwa was the first Nigerian writer to employ folk philosophy in telling his stories. Fagunwa was awarded the Margaret Wrong Prize in 1955 and was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire in 1959. He died in a river in 1963; the ground by the bank of the river apparently gave way under his feet and he fell into the river. He tried to swim out of the water but sank because the canoe by the river also fell and collapsed on him.

1999 Constitution Of The Federal Republic Of Nigeria

Nigeria has had a series of constitutions. The current constitution was enacted on 29 May 1999. Nigeria's first constitutions were enacted by order in council during the colonial era, when the country was administered as a Crown Colony. The constitutions enacted during this period were those of 1913 (which came into effect on 1 January 1914), 1922, 1946, 1951 and 1954.Nigeria has had a series of constitutions. The current constitution was enacted on 29 May 1999.

My Talking Igbo Book

Have you ever wanted to teach your kids Igbo? Well, now you can with My Talking Igbo Book! The first of its kind & ndash; a fantastic resource for learning the Igbo language with Audio! My Talking Igbo Book is filled with eye-catching and colorful illustrations, a soothing voiceover, alphabets, numbers, folktales like & ndash; Why the Tortoise has a Cracked Shell and more! This book is a must for every Igbo family that wants children to learn Igbo and understand some of our Igbo traditions. This book is primarily designed for Igbo language beginners. It can also serve as a useful refresher for parents and adults.

Arrest The Music!: Fela And His Rebel Art And Politics By Tejumola Olaniyan

A lively study of the late Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and a persuasive interpretation of the social context, instrumentation, lyrics, visual art, and people through which he produced his music.

Saints And Scoundrels - Poem

Saints and Scoundrels is a collection of poetry by Ekaete George. The collection explores the main themes of environmental justice and gender justice. "No inhibitions, no platitudes, no striving for political correctness, no allegiance to a school of poetry, no pandering to the whims of particular goddess of poesy. She simply pours out herself, her soul, un-artificed, un-manicured. The raw taste of beauty." - Anaele Ihuoma, Author & Literary Critic "Saints and Scoundrels is structured in two parts: Homeland and Girl Rising. The Homeland poems begin with deifications of places worthy of reverence to the poet speaker before the verses implode to pillory their desecrations. In the Girl Rising poems, there are indicators of hope from the pangs of hurt. Poetry, thus, becomes a medium through which the wounded can overcome angst and ennui, and chart a course for the rediscovery of self and the realization of personal aspirations. It comes with an overwhelming sense of triumph conveyed through amorets." Henry Akubuiro - Literary Critic/Editor, Sun Newspaper

Tent 59

Zino and Mado are long-time friends embarking on the most daring and unforgettable journey of their lives & ndash; to seek out greener pastures across the Sahara and the Mediterranean. Right from the start, it is a journey rife with the most insurmountable of challenges, which often end in the demise or destruction of one of their many fellow travellers & ndash; yet, they keep going. Tent 59 captures and beautifully articulates the desperation, that is the migrant journey through the eyes of one man, from Port Harcourt to Lampedusa, and beyond.

We Should All Be Feminists - Nlp Edition With Vlisco Ankara Design

What does & ldquo;feminism & rdquo; mean today? That is the question at the heart of We Should All Be Feminists, a personal eloquently-argued essay & ndash; adapted from her much-viewed Tedx talk of the same name & ndash; by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, the award-winning author of Americanah and Half of a Yellow Sun. With humour and levity, here Adichie offers readers a unique definition of feminism for the twenty-first century & ndash; one rooted in inclusion and awareness. She shines a light not only on blatant discrimination, but also the more insidious, institutional behaviours that marginalise women around the world, in order to help readers of all walks of life better understand the often masked realities of sexual politics. Throughout, she draws extensively on her own experiences & ndash; in the U.S., in her native Nigeria & ndash; offering an artfully nuanced explanation of why the gender divide is harmful for women and men, alike. Argued in the same observant, witty and clever prose that has made Adichie a best-selling novelist, here is one remarkable author & rsquo;s exploration of what it means to be a woman today & ndash; and an of-the-moment rallying cry for why we should all be feminists. This new edition by Narrative Landscape Press was designed in collaboration with Vlisco, the wax print textile company.

Perspectives On Nigeria's National And External Relations

This collection of essays reflects different perspectives from which leading Nigerian scholars have interrogated key aspects of Nigeria's national politics and external relations in the last few decades. The contributors also offer projections into possible alternative future scenarios for Nigeria not only as a nation state but also as an important member of the international community and a major actor on the international stage. Some of the issues include the impact of the global democratisation upsurge on Nigeria's foreign policy, the competition between career and political ambassadorial appointments, while the idea of a concert of medium powers, initiated by Bolaji Akinyemi in the 1980s, has been explicitly clarified as a visionary foreign policy engagement by Nigeria, especially now that several medium powers are coming together to impact world affairs. The prospects for strategic partnership between Nigeria and some powers such as the UK, the USA, China and Russia were evaluated in addition to the fortunes of the Technical Aid Corps as an instrument of Nigeria's foreign policy. The challenges of meeting the MDGs, the continued significance of the nation's commitment to global Peace Support Operations, the country's quest for a United Nations Security Council permanent seat, as well as the growing and emerging domestic security challenges and their defining character on the nation's politics and international relations were all reflected upon among several others. Put together in honour of Professor Bolaji Akinyemi in celebration of his 70th birthday, the papers are, in a way, an appreciation of his personal life, politics, scholarship, public and ministerial career in the service of his nation and humanity.

Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela

"'Irrestitible' describes Long Walk to Freedom, which must be one of the few political autobiographies that's also a page-turner - Los Angeles Times Book Review Back Bay Books

Fighting Corruption Is Dangerous By Ngozi Okonjo-iweala

A frontline account of how to fight corruption, from Nigeria's former finance minister Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala. In Fighting Corruption Is Dangerous, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has written a primer for those working to root out corruption and disrupt vested interests. Drawing on her experience as Nigeria's finance minister and that of her team, she describes dangers, pitfalls, and successes in fighting corruption. She provides practical lessons learned and tells how anti-corruption advocates need to equip themselves. Okonjo Iweala details the numerous ways in which corruption can divert resources away from development, rewarding the unscrupulous and depriving poor people of services. Okonjo-Iweala discovered just how dangerous fighting corruption could be when her 83 year old mother was kidnapped in 2012 by forces who objected to some of the government's efforts at reforms led by Okonjo-Iweala in particular a crackdown on fraudulent claims for oil subsidy payments, a huge drain on the country's finances. The kidnappers' first demand was that Okonjo-Iweala resign from her position on live television and leave the country. Okonjo-Iweala did not resign, her mother escaped, and the program of economic reforms continued. "Telling my story is risky," Okonjo-Iweala writes. "But not telling it is also dangerous." Her book ultimately leaves us with hope, showing that victories are possible in the fight against corruption

Nigeria Why And When Things Go Wrong:

The author presents the Nigerian situation in a very pragmatic fashion, identifying those little elements, which many do not consider seriously, and the roles which they play in the formation, conception, and development of society. Although the language is highly sophisticated and analytic, it provides the needed template for an academic culture that is desirable, and should be desired for the sustenance of a tradition of excellence which is fast disappearing in academic circles. It is a work well done. Olatunde Bayo Lawuyi trained at University of Illinois, Urbana - Champaign, USA, for a PhD in Anthropology and later became visiting Professor to the Department of Archaeology and Anthropology, University of Ibadan. He is at present Professor and Head of the Department of Archaeology and Anthropology, University of Ibadan, Ibadan. He has served as Professor and Head of the Department of General Studies, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, and of the Department of Anthropology, Walter Sisulu University, Umtata, South Africa. He is the author of Ijapa and Igbin: A Discursive Meditation on Politics, Public Culture and Moral Imaginings in Nigeria and numerous articles and essays in many learned journals, books and other scholarly fora on sundry topics relating to development, politics, culture and society.

Echoes and Shadows by Alozor Michael Ikechukwu

"The words of the marine officer, Alozor, rise and descend on the billows of love, truth or national pride, on the grimness and joys or grandeur of existence in a spirited, stirring style." - Brigitte Poirson, Poet, teacher, and promoter of African Poetry

Fagunwa Yoruba Novels

In 1938, entering a literary contest of the Nigerian education ministry, Fagunwa wrote his & Ograve;gb & oacute;j & uacute; ?d? n & iacute;n & uacute; Igb & oacute; Ir & uacute;nmal, widely considered the first novel written in the Yoruba language and one of the first to be written in any African language. Wole Soyinka translated the book into English in 1968 as The Forest of A Thousand Daemons, first published by Random House and again by City Lights in September 2013 (ISBN 9780872866300). Fagunwa's later works include Igbo Olodumare (The Forest of God, 1949), Ireke Onibudo (1949), Irinkerindo ninu Igbo Elegbeje (Expedition to the Mount of Thought, 1954), and Adiitu Olodumare (1961). Fagunwa's novels draw heavily on folktale traditions and idioms, including many supernatural elements. His heroes are usually Yoruba hunters, who interact with kings, sages, and even gods in their quests. Thematically, his novels also explore the divide between the Christian beliefs of Africa's colonizers and the continent's traditional religions. Fagunwa remains the most widely read Yor & ugrave;b & aacute;-language author, and a major influence on such contemporary writers as Amos Tutuola.[2][3] D. O. Fagunwa was the first Nigerian writer to employ folk philosophy in telling his stories. Fagunwa was awarded the Margaret Wrong Prize in 1955 and was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire in 1959. He died in a river in 1963; the ground by the bank of the river apparently gave way under his feet and he fell into the river. He tried to swim out of the water but sank because the canoe by the river also fell and collapsed on him.

Reversing The Rot In Nigeria By Olusegun Oyegbami

"The case of Nigeria is a sad tale of what could have been." Nigeria has been described in unflattering terms. Nigeria has been run and entrusted to some political stalwart who at the end of the day betrayed people's loyalty.

Neighbour's Bed

By the way, who wouldn & rsquo;t fall head over heels for Eno? Her slim body sat on a well curved hip, making her something of an African model. Her fully packed bust was conspicuous because of her trim tummy. You could quickly dismiss her as one of those Open eye girls, going by her carriage. If you & rsquo;d speak with her, you & rsquo;d be dazed because of her slowly articulated sentences voiced in a tone that seemed like music itself. You cannot but notice those naturally red lips. Exuding seeming innocence, yet she dazzled as she walked, wearing a most captivating, generous smile. My Neighbours Bed tells a story as well as provides insight on how to be in control of your emotions! Oftentimes, friends struggle with yielding or not yielding to the pressure for romance and sex, especially where there is mutual love and respect. Then, they are left pathetic, emotionally torn between the friendship they love to keep and the pressure to have sex. Soon, they lose both: the friendship and the sense of sexual integrity. This book enlightens you on how to keep both your friendship and sexual integrity. It will inspire you to get over a heartbreak and reckless relationship. It contains provoking thoughts that ensure relationships are satisfying yet respectful, as you ascertain the future of your relationship. The book expounds the concept of emotional integrity and how it brings about personal integrity.

Americanah

"A towering achievement, Americanah is a heart-wringing love story that crosses continents, Americanah dares to bring us a world of a confident and self-made woman making her way in these complicated times. This is the Africa of our future. This book is sublime, powerful and the most political of Chimamanda's novels. She continues to blaze the way forward. Fearless. -Binyavanga Wainaina

The Man Shakespeare And The Man Soyinka

The play is thirty four pages 8.0 & times; 0.10 & times; 4.0 There were two conquests ravaging the land of Amaklekwe, Conscious conquest from invaders and unconscious conquest from cyber-crime (Yahoo). They both target to destroy culture and learning.

Fagunwa Yoruba Novels

In 1938, entering a literary contest of the Nigerian education ministry, Fagunwa wrote his & Ograve;gb & oacute;j & uacute; ?d? n & iacute;n & uacute; Igb & oacute; Ir & uacute;nmal, widely considered the first novel written in the Yoruba language and one of the first to be written in any African language. Wole Soyinka translated the book into English in 1968 as The Forest of A Thousand Daemons, first published by Random House and again by City Lights in September 2013 (ISBN 9780872866300). Fagunwa's later works include Igbo Olodumare (The Forest of God, 1949), Ireke Onibudo (1949), Irinkerindo ninu Igbo Elegbeje (Expedition to the Mount of Thought, 1954), and Adiitu Olodumare (1961). Fagunwa's novels draw heavily on folktale traditions and idioms, including many supernatural elements. His heroes are usually Yoruba hunters, who interact with kings, sages, and even gods in their quests. Thematically, his novels also explore the divide between the Christian beliefs of Africa's colonizers and the continent's traditional religions. Fagunwa remains the most widely read Yor & ugrave;b & aacute;-language author, and a major influence on such contemporary writers as Amos Tutuola.[2][3] D. O. Fagunwa was the first Nigerian writer to employ folk philosophy in telling his stories. Fagunwa was awarded the Margaret Wrong Prize in 1955 and was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire in 1959. He died in a river in 1963; the ground by the bank of the river apparently gave way under his feet and he fell into the river. He tried to swim out of the water but sank because the canoe by the river also fell and collapsed on him.

Our Collecective Contribution To The Decadence Of Nigeria

Today Nigeria ranks 154 out of 180 countries on transpsrency.org, a website that measures corruption by cpi. The cpi ranks 180 countries around the world by their perceived level of public sector corruption. We have in one way or the other all contributed to the decadence of Nigeria, and now we can use this opportunity to right some of our wrongs. We need to work to end these problems now and we will need your donations to spread the message. We really can & rsquo;t do it alone and your donations will go a long way in making a lasting change in our society. We see crime, corruption and poverty existing side by side in our society, & ldquo;our collective contribution to the decadence of Nigeria & rdquo; tells us that inorder to reduce them to their barest minimum, the change start with us. If we act now and play our part, Nigeria would be a better place. Effects Of Corruption As A Person 1. No adequate financial benefits2. Low income3. Poor education4. Low employment rate5. Heavy work load6. No promotions7. No allowances Effects Of Corruption As An Organization 1. Lay off staffs2. Inadequate staff skills acquisitions3. Loss of business profits4. Many Others BENEFITS OF THE BOOK The book by Christine Umoekereka is easy to understand, straightforward and easy for all ages to read and understand. The author expressly explained all her points, leaving the reader with clear and accurate information. The book is aimed at encouraging Nigerians to take responsibility. Corruption, injustice, poor education and inadequate infrastructure are some of the ills the book highlights and explain the solution to building a better Nigeria. We are so used to blaming the government so much that we have in time ignored our personal responsibilities in nation-building, we forget our ability to make our society a better place. & ldquo;Our Collective Contribution To The Decadence Of Nigeria & rdquo; explains to the reader everything they need to consider to make a change. It not just points the finger and leaves you feeling guilty, instead, it simply points out solutions that we can carry out individually, with the hope and expectation that with collective application the larger society will gain from it. It deviates from the popular take where all the blame and fault is put on the government and takes it on from the individual & rsquo;s perspective. The change we seek comes from each of us, a collective, hence why the book is so important for us all to read.

History of the TIV - Hardback

'This book accomplishes the vision of the Tiv forefathers who cared about Tiv history. Therefore, you, my Tiv brothers of this new generation that can read, read this history and tell it to others who cannot; of the things of our ancestors; so that whether they are literate or not, at least they will be able to know something about our forbears who have gone on before us. Further, do you, however great your knowledge may be, remember you are a Tiv. Remain a Tiv! Know the things of Tiv, for therein lies your pride. Let us lift ourselves up. As the old mushroom rots, another springs up in its place, that is why the mushroom, lives on.' (Akiga Sai: 1935)

Iredi War (a Folkscript) By Sam Ukala

Iredi War was the winner of The Nigeria Prize for Literature 2014. The playwright introduces the notion of 'folk script' with its special stamp. The use of the oral literature genre allows for the full exploitation of the creative licence which allows for the swings from the historical to the oral, the natural to the supernatural, the real to the fantastic.

The Thing Around Your Neck - Nlp Edition With Vlisco Ankara Design

In & ldquo;A Private Experience & rdquo;, a medical student hides from a violent riot with a poor Muslim woman whose dignity and faith force her to confront the realities and fears she & rsquo;s been pushing away. In & ldquo;Tomorrow is Too Far & rdquo;, a woman unlocks the devastating secret that surrounds her brother & rsquo;s death. The young mother at the centre of & ldquo;Imitation & rdquo; finds her comfortable life threatened when she learns that her husband is back in Lagos and has moved his mistress into their home. And the title story depicts the choking loneliness of a Nigerian girl who moves to an America that turns out to be nothing like the country she expected; though falling in love brings her desires nearly within reach, a death in her homeland forces her to re-examine them. Searing and profound, suffused with beauty, sorrow and longing, this collection is a resounding confirmation of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie & rsquo;s prodigious storytelling powers. This new edition by Narrative Landscape Press was designed in collaboration with Vlisco, the wax print textile company.

The Call By Chinedum Akiti-diego

An American-Aireginian family returns to their African homeland with dreams of changing it, and making it a first world nation, but as events unravel, they join the bandwagon of sleaze and nonchallance. It will take the family & rsquo;s travails to return them to purpose. Kwesi & rsquo;s family faxes the wrath of old allies as they go against the grain. ---

Blackass By Igoni Barrett

One of the finest writers around...known for the raw energy of his prose and and characters that feel alive on the page. -- The Guardian Blackass is a perfection introduction to the different screaming slices of one of the world's most dynamic cities -- Lagos. -- Binyavanga Wainaina

No Longer At Ease

A classic story of moral struggle in an age of turbulent social change and the final book in Chinua Achebe & rsquo;s The African TrilogyWhen Obi Okonkwo, grandson of Okonkwo, the main character in Things Fall Apart returns to Nigeria from England in the 1950s, his foreign education separates him from his African roots. No Longer at Ease, the third and concluding novel in Chinua Achebe & rsquo;s The African Trilogy, depicts the uncertainties that beset the nation of Nigeria, as independence from colonial rule loomed near. In Obi Okonkwo & rsquo;s experiences, the ambiguities, pitfalls, and temptations of a rapidly evolving society are revealed. He is part of a ruling Nigerian elite whose corruption he finds repugnant. His fate, however, overtakes him as he finds himself trapped between the expectation of his family, his village & mdash;both representations of the traditional world of his ancestors & mdash;and the colonial world. A story of a man lost in cultural limbo, and a nation entering a new age of disillusionment, No Longer at Ease is a powerful metaphor for his generation of young Nigerians.

Faceless

Fofo in her innocence seeks help. What she doesn & rsquo;t know is that the society has lost its priorities, its sense of direction; it has become dysfunctional and deaf to the cries of abandoned children. FACELESS is a story set in a world where parents have lost moral authority over their children and are totally paralyzed by fear of the society. Categories: , , , , .

Ibrahim Babangida - The Military, Politics & Power in Nigeria

To borrow a hackneyed phrase, Nigeria has had a chequered political history before and since independence from British colonial rule on October 1, 1960. Two sets of actors - the civilian politicians and the military politicians - have been on the national political stage since January 15, 1966. General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida was one of them. In his eight years in power as president, or perhaps more correctly as military president, he affected the course of Nigeria's events, for better or for worse, in a way that few, if any, before him did. It is not possible to tell Nigeria's story without Babangida's part in it. The book is the story of IBB, the little orphan from Minna, Niger State and his meticulous rise to the top of his profession and the leadership of his country. Perhaps, more importantly, it is the story of Nigeria, its post-independence politics and power, told from the perspective of the actions and decisions of one of the main actors on the country's political stage. The events that shaped the Babangida era did not begin on August 27, 1985, the day he staged a palace coup against General Muhammadu Buhari. They began long before that. This book is the definitive story of the military, politics and power in Nigeria. Dan Agbese holds degrees in mass communications and journalism from the University of Lagos and Columbia University, New York, respectively. He is a former editor of The Nigeria Standard, the New Nigerian as well as former general manager of Radio Benue. Agbese was one of the founders of the trail-blazing weekly newsmagazine in Nigeria, Newswatch. He was until April 2010 the Editor-in-Chief of the magazine. He is the author of several acclaimed books, including Nigeria their Nigeria, Fellow Nigerians, The Reporter's Companion, Style: A Guide to Good Writing and The Columnist's Companion: The Art and Craft of Column Writing. Agbese is also a highly-regarded newspaper columnist.

Witness To Justice - An Insider's Account of Nigeria's Truth Commission

WITNESS TO JUSTICE: An Insider's Account of Nigeria's Truth Commission by Matthew Hassan Kukah Matthew Kukah never fails to astonish with the depth and breadth of his knowledge. He has deployed this in dealing with one of the most complex and explosive issues of our time. The Ogoni issue has domestic and international dimensions which excite emotions on all sides. This book is a welcome addition to knowledge on the issue. It contributes to an understanding of what is involved. - Bolaji AKINREMI Former Foreign Affairs Minister

Nigeria: The Challenge Of Biafra By Arthur A. Nwankwo

Igbo Nation: History, Challenges of Rebirth and Development is a chronicle of the Igbo past, the challenges Ndi Igbo have faced across the centuries, how Igbos have survived discrimination, pogrom, genocide and how now they stand on the threshold of a new renaissance that will make their numbers and business, intellectual and scientific acumen manifest the world over.

Blackass By Igoni Barrett

One of the finest writers around...known for the raw energy of his prose and and characters that feel alive on the page. -- The Guardian Blackass is a perfection introduction to the different screaming slices of one of the world's most dynamic cities -- Lagos. -- Binyavanga Wainaina

My Watch Trilogy Bundle By Olusegun Obasanjo

"During his watch, a watchman has no sleep and no respite." - Olusegun Obasanjo Following in the steps of his previous memoirs, & ldquo;My Command & rdquo; and & ldquo;Not My Will & rdquo;, Olusegun Obasanjo's & ldquo;My Watch & rdquo; is more than the story of the Obasanjo presidency told by the man himself. It is a memoir of a lifetime spent in service to country, of a man who has been destined with the watch, with the vigilance, with the responsibility to his people to speak up and speak out. & ldquo;My Watch & rdquo; by the only military and civilian President in Nigeria & rsquo;s history, spans large expanses of time, from the pre-colonial Owu history, to early Abeokuta and the last throes of an independent city state at turn-of-the-century colonial Nigeria, to the early life of its author, his civil war experience, his stewardship of the transitional government of 1976-1979, the interregnum, his second appearance on the national scene as a civilian President on Nigeria's return to democracy in 1999, the completion of the first civilian-civilian transfer of government in Nigeria's history that inaugurated the Yar'Adua Presidency and signalled the end of Obasanjo's tenure in office, and the years hence. Presented in three volumes, this exquisitely narrated memoir, is intensely personal, broadly nationalistic and international, told by this sojourner of Nigerian and world history, Olusegun Mathew Okikiola Aremu Obasanjo

The Presidential Legacy By Olusegun Obasanjo

Writing about Obasanjo years compels rather more than the Presidential Legacy. These two volumes focus on what he found on the table as he came in as President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in 1999 and what he left on that table in 2007.They capture the essence of his 8-year administration. Mandela & rsquo;s forward speaks of an African leader with outstanding qualities of sustained commitment, genuine Africa-ness and exemplary performance and the preface, of a man who has knit for himself a sizeable strand in the metaphoric tapestry of corpus Nigeria...

Oxford Street, Accra By Ato Quayson

Ato Quayson is a professor of English and Director of the Centre for Diaspora and Transnational Studies at the University of Toronto. Oxford Street Accra is a refreshing and fresh look at the dynamics of African metropolis. This book is deeply researched in terms of scope, detail and analysis of the growing African urbanism. It enriches the dialogue of urban theory and how it relates to the people and its influence on the society at large. A much needed addition to both personal and academic literary.

My Watch Trilogy Bundle vol. 1, 2 & 3 By Olusegun Obasanjo

My Watch Trilogy Bundle (Vol. 1, 2 & 3) by Olusegun Obasanjo "During his watch, a watchman has no sleep and no respite." - Olusegun Obasanjo Following in the steps of his previous memoirs, & ldquo;My Command & rdquo; and & ldquo;Not My Will & rdquo;, Olusegun Obasanjo's & ldquo;My Watch & rdquo; is more than the story of the Obasanjo presidency told by the man himself. It is a memoir of a lifetime spent in service to country, of a man who has been destined with the watch, with the vigilance, with the responsibility to his people to speak up and speak out. & ldquo;My Watch & rdquo; by the only military and civilian President in Nigeria & rsquo;s history, spans large expanses of time, from the pre-colonial Owu history, to early Abeokuta and the last throes of an independent city state at turn-of-the-century colonial Nigeria, to the early life of its author, his civil war experience, his stewardship of the transitional government of 1976-1979, the interregnum, his second appearance on the national scene as a civilian President on Nigeria's return to democracy in 1999, the completion of the first civilian-civilian transfer of government in Nigeria's history that inaugurated the Yar'Adua Presidency and signalled the end of Obasanjo's tenure in office, and the years hence. Presented in three volumes, this exquisitely narrated memoir, is intensely personal, broadly nationalistic and international, told by this sojourner of Nigerian and world history, Olusegun Mathew Okikiola Aremu Obasanjo.

Celebrating D. O. Fagunwa - Hardback

This volume is based on essays presented at the international conference on D.O. Fa?gu?nwa? held in Akure, Nigeria, in August 2013. It situates Fa?gu?nwa?'s work in broad intellectual and disciplinary contexts, viewing literary creation as both a distillation of a variety of disciplines and an ongoing conversation with them. Born 1903 in & Ograve;k & egrave;-Igb & oacute;, Ondo State, to Christian convert parents, Fa?gu?nwa? is universally recognised as one of the most well-known figures in the pioneering generation of African writers, although he did not write extensively in any of the African Europhonic languages employed by other famous writers. A visionary author and intellectual, Fa?gu?nwa? was concerned with making a & lsquo;special contribution to the literary history of the world & rsquo;. & lsquo;Taken together, the essays collected in this book create a veritable interdisciplinary scholarly discourse on the works of (Fa?gu?nwa?), an important pioneer of printed literature in the Yoruba language. I greatly enjoyed reading & hellip;this book! & rsquo; & ndash;Rita Nnodim, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. & lsquo;This volume of essays, written by seventeen foremost Africanist scholars (will) & hellip;be attractive nationally and internationally to teachers and students of African literature, African-language literature, translation, and creative writing. The language of the writing is consistently available to the general public, and suitable for scholarly interrogations. The contributors maintain a recurrent pattern of presentation, enabling a fluid movement from chapter to chapter, thus demonstrating an editorial integrity that gives a holistic dimension to the work. & rsquo; & ndash;AkintundeAkinyemi, University of Florida.

Geology Of Nigeria

Geology of Nigeria, C. A. Kogbe. Author, C. A. Kogbe. Editor, C. A. Kogbe. Contributor, University of Ife. Center for Advanced Studies.

Drumbeats - The Proverbs of Africa

Proverbs in most African languages are crisp, pithy and condensed means of saying much with few words. Obii Okwelume has curated a solid collection of wisdom and inspiration from the African continent that are relevant to the custom, tradition, experience and way of life of the people. These idiomatic and at times diplomatic sayings contain moral lessons and advice that touch on all conditions of life.

Whispers By Tokunbo Dada And Femi Morgan

Whispers is an anthology of poems of two sparring poets who decide to write about the different shades of love. Both see and write about love different, they express their epiphanies differently as well. Exquisite work and an excellent collection. Beautiful to read out aloud. song at a wedding i will dedicate to my son and his wife who are getting married next year. Ros Fausat Martin Bristo UK based Plywright and Poet This is a duet collection of the decade, a robust addition to the genre in African poetry. The poems here showcases two voices of lyric power working in tandem and rendering reality with harmonious virtuosity. Tokunbo Dada and Femi Morgan have raised the bar with their beautiful, polished poetic brilliance Tade Ipadeola Author of The Sahara Testaments and Winner of the Nigeria Prize for Literature

An Expository Compilation Of Yoruba Proverbs, Volume 2 J - Y - International Edition

This book, An Expository Compilation of Yoruba Proverbs, Volume 2, the second part of a two volumes book, is essentially based on Yoruba proverbs compiled, translated and posted for several years now on "I Love Yoruba Proverbs" Facebook page and Twitter account created and administered by the author. The book, which provides over 2,500 Yoruba proverbs treated alphabetically, accompanies each proverb with its English language translation and underlying wisdom or meaning. Volume 1 of the book, presents Yoruba proverbs starting with the Yoruba alphabets of A to I in Chapters 1 to 10, while Volume 2 covers proverbs starting from J to the last Yoruba alphabet of Y in Chapters 11 to 24. Each volume ends with a comprehensive index, which provides a summarised listing of all the proverbs in alphabetical order with each proverb shortened for ease of presentation, and indicating the Volume and the page number of the book, the proverb can be found. The index allows the reader to search and check for the details of any proverb in any of the volumes of the book. With its direct and easy-to-read style, this book should prove invaluable to anyone interested in improving his or her knowledge of Yoruba proverbs and vocabulary, as well as deepening his or her proficiency of Yoruba language, as a whole. Its content should also prove a useful resource for further research work on different aspects of Yoruba proverbs.  

The Gathering Of The Tribes By Evans Ufeli

"In this narrative, Evans comes to grips with a perennial African conundrum of negotiating modernity, communal responsibility and individual accountability. His ambition as an author is broad and his reach is deep. We have a positively engaging writer in Ufeli." & mdash; Tade Ipadeola, Winner, Nigeria Prize for Literature 2013. & ldquo;Evans' voice is determined. He insists on speaking, so the world must listen. He pours himself into social causes, representing the vulnerable in society, especially the girl child, with a relentless pursuit for a just society. In this prose lies his soul. & rdquo; & mdash; Joy Isi Bewaji, Curator, Writers Inc. Ike and his group of progressive patriots are on a mission to bring political reforms to the town of Anieze. Their resolve to ensure that the common good and future of the community becomes the focal point of governance meets with vehement resistance from the political establishment that has consistently betrayed the masses. But in the midst of the fierce battle for supremacy, violence and bloodletting that envelopes Anieze, The Gathering of the Tribes introduces us to the town & rsquo;s rich cultural heritage and tells of nubile damsels swinging to the intoxicating beats of the Atilogwu drum at the Ukwata Festival in a beautiful and daringly provocative narrative that will wrap the reader in warmth, intrigue and laughter. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Evans Ufeli had his formative years at the Airforce Base in Port-Harcourt, Kaduna and Lagos, before he discovered Etua & mdash; his hometown in Delta State, Nigeria. He studied at the University of Jos, the Lagos State University, the Nigeria Law School and at the Writers' Bureau, Manchester, England. He is an attorney-at-Law.

Utilising Sworn Traditional African Oaths In Curbing Corruption And Effecting Justice

A 350 page paper back blue coloured, grey background book with a historical rendition on the utility and national interest role of the traditional oath regime in curbing public office corruption and misgovernance in Nigeria.