‘A Storyteller to His Bones’

Biyi Bandele who died at 54 on Sunday, left a rich, cross-continental, creative legacy. As young as 14, Bandele showed literary and creative promise. His 40-year career yielded over ten books and five films.

Written by Tomisin Awosika

Aug 10, 2022

Photograpy by Stuart Morris

On Sunday, 07 August 2022, Nigerian author and filmmaker, Biyi Bandele, died in Lagos at the age of 54. His death was confirmed by his daughter, Temi Bandele, who issued a statement on behalf of his family. Bandele’s cause of death is unknown but his daughter explained that it was a sudden and unexpected passing.

The statement read: ‘Biyi was a prodigiously talented writer and film-maker, as well as a loyal friend and beloved father. He was a storyteller to his bones, with an unblinking perspective, singular voice and wisdom which spoke boldly through all of his art, in poetry, novels, plays and on screen. He told stories which made a profound impact and inspired many all over the world. His legacy will live on through his work.’

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