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The Nigeria Prize for Literature Unveils Its 2023 Longlist

A shortlist of three writers will be announced in September, while a winner will emerge…

Two Nigerian-British Authors Shortlisted for Inaugural TikTok Book Awards

The TikTok Book Awards Voting Hub is now open for readers’ participation from July 17-28,…

Book O’Clock Launches Àtìpó Book Review Prize

The award offers participants an opportunity to explore Nigerian literature and compete for a shared…

Afrocritik Weekly Music Spotlight 2024: Week 8
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By Yinoluwa Olowofoyeku Ahoy there, fellow music adventurers! I hope you are here with whetted…

ArtMattan Films Acquires USA Rights for Sana Na N’Hada’s “Nome”

The film, co-produced by The Dark, marks Na N’Hada’s third feature-length film. By Helena Olori…

The Royal Society of Literature Inducts 6 Writers of African Descent as Fellows

According to the president of the society, Bernardine Evaristo, the latest fellows include a broad…

Wole Soyinka Unveils New Collection, “Selected Poems (1965-2022): A Retrospective”

The new publication takes readers on a journey through the poet’s life and works, comprising…

Nigerian Author, Chika Unigwe, Releases Inspirational Children’s Book, “Obioma”

With its dual release in English and Igbo languages, the book aims to reach a…

Dapo Adeola Wins 2023 Laugh Out Loud Book Awards

Adeola, who won the award’s edition for the illustrator of the year, is the only…

Afro-Pop/Soul Artiste, Nú Baby, Releases New Single, “Tampico”

With “Tampico,” the talented artiste offers listeners dance-inducing sounds with catchy lyrics. By Sybil Fekurumoh…