As someone who has always been curious about Nigeria’s rich and layered history, reading The Forgotten Era felt like opening a door to a part of the past that often gets overlooked. Many of us were taught that Nigeria’s story begins with British colonization but this book proves that long before that, powerful kingdoms, powerful […]
Reading Water Baby feels like being swept away by ocean waves, sometimes gentle, sometimes turbulent, but always captivating. It tells the story of a young girl finding her way through life, identity, and belonging. Set between Nigeria and the UK, it paints a vivid picture of the challenges faced by those caught between two worlds. […]
Sam Adeyemi’s Shifts: 6 Steps to Transform Your Mindset and Elevate Your Leadership is a journey into self-awareness, growth, and transformation. The book provides valuable insights into leadership, mindset change, and personal development. Adeyemi presents a clear roadmap for individuals looking to break free from limiting beliefs and step into their full potential as leaders. […]
Reading Adewale Maja-Pearce’s This Fiction Called Nigeria: The Struggle for Democracy is like peeling back the layers of a country’s hidden struggles. The book reveals surprising facts about Nigeria’s politics and history, challenging what many people assume to be true. Through a collection of essays, Maja-Pearce gives an unfiltered look at Nigeria’s national identity and […]
Some books don’t just tell a story—they grab you by the heart and refuse to let go. The Girl with the Louding Voice by Abi Daré is one of those books. It’s powerful, heartbreaking, and deeply inspiring, all told through the unforgettable voice of Adunni, a young Nigerian girl who refuses to let the world […]
There were a few things that didn’t quite work for me in the book. I found it difficult to connect with the beehive experience, as it felt foreign to me. However, I appreciated that it served as a tool in
I felt that Farouq wasn’t fleshed out enough for me to get a real sense of his “personness” if that’s a word. Although I understand why this wasn’t a priority in the story.
