Books
3 days ago
The Ministry of Education in Delta State has approved 'Distortion,' a book written by ace journalist and trainer Ejiro Umukoro for schools in the state. Umukoro is a recipient of the Distinguished Changemaker Award from the United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM). Her book is a compelling narrative in ‘Distortion’ that transcends borders and…
17 Apr
All is set for the public presentation of the book, Leading From The Streets: Media Interventions, By A Public Intellectual, 1999-2019, the event is scheduled to hold at the Alliance Française/Mike Adenuga Centre on Osborne Road, Lagos on May 8, 2024.
10 Mar
As an author, I was invited to the 55th Cairo International Book Fair from January 25 to February 6, 2024. The event was conducted at the Egypt International Exhibition Centre situated in the burgeoning New Cairo. The attendance recorded within the 12 days was unprecedented and has been classified as unique and highly successful. The…
18 Feb
The book Mother of Nations is a biography of Pastor (Mrs.) Foluke Adenike Adeboye. It is in a separate nonfictional literary genre that employs available proofs – written and pictorial - to recreate in words the life of the biographee from both historical and personal perspectives.
1 Feb
To enhance the reading ability of children and enrich their knowledge, author, Olasumbo Wright, has unveiled 'Luna's Spaceship Idea', beautifully illustrated for children.
21 Jan
The former Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Ali Pantami, is set to launch a book on his two-decade experience in academia. A statement by Professor Sahalu B. Junaidu, Chairman, Organising Committee, said the public presentation of the literature titled "A Scholar's Journey: Navigating Academia" will take place on 24 January 2024 in…
19 Jan
As 2024 gathers take-off speed, a multi-talented amazon with artistic fingers, Mobosinuola Asanpaola Randle, has declared that she will be flying along with her rejuvenated virtual book club.
26 Dec
ThisDay Newspapers’ Chairman, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, chaired a packed gathering of old boys of the once-famous Government College Ughelli (GCU) held at the Civic Centre Lagos early December. Himself an old boy, he had the pleasure of unveiling a unique book, Enduring Ughellian Echoes: Musings about the Old School, by Victor E. Eromosele, which has…
20 Dec
The Arts Editor and Deputy Chairman of Editorial Board of Vanguard Newspaper, Dr. Osa Mbonu-Amadi, has released his debut single song, Ngwongwo. The song is a combination of highlife and Afrobeat genres sang in Igbo language.
2 Dec
A Nigerian author and publisher based in Florida, United States of America, Miss Omosalewa Randle, has published a new book, titled Chum Ckum Dreams Big
26 Nov
.Deepens knowledge of traditional institution, communal settlement Prince Tajudeen Oluyole Olusi is a seasoned politician. But behind his politics is his grasp of the history of Lagos. He has authored so many essays and books, which document and provide insights into an understanding of why things are the way they are. Over the years, many…
23 Nov
Mama’s Sleeping Scarf is a delightful children's fantasy book that is sure to captivate readers of all ages with its heartwarming message. The story follows little Chino, who spends the day without her mother but finds comfort in her mother's sleeping scarf. Chino's imagination is a safe space where she can be herself, Chino's imagination…
22 Nov
One of the most striking trends in post colonial African history is ‘underdevelopment’ study, with Walter Rodney’s How Europe Underdeveloped Africa as the manual or curriculum guide.
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A Nigerian food content creator and director of Brian's Abuja Food Quest, Brian Monachimso Nwana, has announced his intention to break a Guinness World Record (GWR) by visiting over 120 restaurants in Abuja within 24 hours. This attempt aims to surpass a record set by an American simply known as Airrack in New York City,…
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A French court this week handed an Iran-born man a suspended 10-month sentence for entering the Iranian consulate in Paris with fake grenades in what he said was "revenge" for a crackdown at home that targeted his family. The 61-year-old, a long-time resident of France who regularly attends Iranian opposition demonstrations, told the court he…
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China condemned on Tuesday as "groundless accusations" US claims that Beijing was fuelling the Ukraine war by supplying components to Russia that it uses for its military expansion. China and Russia have ramped up economic cooperation and diplomatic contacts in recent years and their strategic partnership has only grown closer since the invasion of Ukraine.…
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The North Central Citizens Council (NCCC), has expressed opposition to the alleged attempt to humiliate the former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, amidst accusations of misappropriation of funds during his tenure. This comes after the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) issued a notice declaring Bello wanted for offenses related to an alleged case…
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