Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
13 Feb
Some diabolical male chauvinists out there are making bad noises that because this year’s Valentine’s Day falls on Ash Wednesday women should not be romanced.
3 Jan
Renowned author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has ushered in a new chapter of literary exploration with launch of her maiden children's book, Mama's Sleeping Scarf.
2 Jan
Renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie ushered in a new chapter of literary exploration on December 29, 2023, with the enchanting launch of her maiden children's book, Mama's Sleeping Scarf. The event, themed "Christmas Magic with Chimamanda," graced by dignitaries including former President Olusegun Obasanjo and former Vice President Prof Yemi Osinbajo, who joined in via…
13 Sep 2023
Nigerian award-winning author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has said that she does not want to be responsible for traumatising children. In an interview with CNN's Christiane Amanpour, she described her vision for writing as "too dark" when asked by Amanpour why she delved into children's literature and life. Chimamanda went further to describe the moment when…
9 Jul 2023
While the politico-economic indices at home remain dire, Nigerian artists of various hues are making the country not only proud but actually rewriting its cultural dominance in the global sphere.
1 Jul 2023
Beyond the simplicity of the phrase ‘Black Beauty’ is the intrinsic depth of being dark skin with bold woolly, kinky or spiraled hair that comes with unparalleled allure of the African genes different from all other races that wear similarity in colour and hair.
29 Jun 2023
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, award-winning Nigerian author, continues to make waves in the international literary world with her latest work, ‘Notes on Grief,’ honoured with the prestigious Best Title of the Summer award at the 2023 Indie Book Awards.
28 Jun 2023
Award-winning Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, continues to make waves in the international literary world with her exceptional storytelling and thought-provoking narratives. In a triumphant moment, Adichie’s latest work, “Notes on Grief,” has been honoured with the prestigious Best Title of the Summer award at the 2023 Indie Book Awards.
25 May 2023
Highly decorated and award-winning Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has set the world abuzz with anticipation as Pope Francis unveils his groundbreaking new book, "Hands Off Africa," which condemns the continuing exploitation of Africa by Western powers.
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