Culture & Society
‘Writing Is a Process of Thinking and Thinking Is Living’ Chimezie Chika’s First Draft
Nigerian writer, Chimezie Chika, believes that fidelity to the quality of work is what makes an artist or artwork timeless: ‘I think art has a lot to do with quality—and I mean quality as substance: the quality of colour, the quality of light, the quality of strokes, the quality of mood, the quality of thought, and the quality of ideas. All great art possesses these qualities.’ Read More...
The Dilemma of the Nigerian Food Content Creator
Food content creation in Nigeria is a booming niche that blends creativity, the cultural diversity in the country, and a global food culture. The scene is however marred by ethnic prejudices and online bullying. Read More...
A Tussle Between Fact and Fiction
While Bolanle Austen-Peters’ biopic on Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti takes a bold leap in Nollywood’s approach to biographical storytelling, the creative liberty of the director overclouds the distinction between fact and fiction. Read More...
A Manual on the Use of Subtext and Subplot
Following its publication, Kike Ojo’s Fire in the Wind enjoyed only brief publicity. One might wonder why this was the case, but upon closer inspection, her use of subtext and subplot may offer an explanation. Read More...
7 Books That Get Better Every Time You Reread Them
In our latest book recommendation, we have compiled a list of seven African books that get better every time you reread them. These books reward your curiosity with fresh perspectives and hidden details, making each reread worthwhile. Read More...
‘Plays Are an Astonishingly Intimate Way of Experiencing Art and Time’ Nadia Davids’ First Draft
South African writer, Nadia Davids, says her latest play, Hold Still, first came to her when she was living in London in 2015: ‘There was a constant stream of horrific news stories depicting families fleeing their homes. I wanted to explore how ordinary people responded to a humanitarian crisis and how family histories shape us. I also wanted to consider what happens when the crisis reaches our own homes.’ Read More...
Gender, Áfàméfùnà and the Nwa Boi System
The depiction of women in the film, Áfàméfùnà, raises critical issues about the media’s decisive role in shaping societal views and reinforcing gender-specific ideologies. Read More...
The Geo-Politics of Identity Has a New Witness
The Gathering of Bastards by Romeo Oriogun is an urgent and immersive book, ushering readers into a contemplative experience on belonging to self, community, and the ecosystem of the world. Read More...
7 Books That Will Guide You Through Governance and Protests in Nigeria
In our latest recommendation, we have compiled a list of seven essential books that offer a comprehensive guide to understanding governance and protests in Nigeria. These works of fiction, memoir, and scholarly analysis provide invaluable insights into the roots of political unrest and the power of collective action. Read More...
African Beauty
Now more than ever, Nigerian women are embracing natural hair and deviating from Eurocentric beauty standards; but not without resisting negative stereotypes and frequent derogatory remarks. This story is not just about hair but about African pride and heritage, resilience, passion and love. Read More...
