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How Old Igbo Tradition Shaped Daniel Nkado’s Latest Book, ”Something Bigger Than Love“

YNaija recently had a delightful conversation with Nigerian author Daniel Nkado. He opened up about his writing journey and the inspiration behind his latest book, Something Bigger Than Love (SBTL). Mr. Nkado was pleased to share some of his intriguing stories about being a writer and the creative processes that led to creating such beautiful... Read More

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How Buhari, APC promoted disunity with hate speeches – PDP

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said the All Progressives Congress (APC) is the author of hate speeches in the country. The opposition party discredited a statement by Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, that the party was promoting disunity with its hate speeches. Spokesman for the PDP, Prince Dayo Adeyeye in a... Read More

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November 28, 2016

5 things we can expect from Toke Makinwa now that she has ‘become’

November 27 was about one woman and her alone! Toke Makinwa!! The launch of her book On Becoming held at Wheatbaker and the attendees spanned from media personalities to artistes to Nollywood actors and everyone who matters in the Nigerian media space. No doubt, it was a successful launch and judging by the conversation excerpts... Read More

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November 25, 2016

“Maje asked if he could tape us having sex” – Toke Makinwa tells it all in new book

Three weeks ago, Toke Makinwa first shared the teaser for her book, On Becoming. Her first effort at writing got us all anxious as we anticipated the release of her memoir, one through which she promises to share all the details of the experiences that shaped her into the woman she has become. It’s finally... Read More

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10 things we learnt from Chimamanda Adiche’s new interview

by Chinwe Okafor Renowned author, Chimamanda Adichie, sat down for a revealing exclusive interview with Chigozie Nwonwu of Olisa.tv, where she harped on a lot of issues relating to her personal life and career. Here are a summary of 10 things we picked up from the interview: 1. She indeed has a problem with depression... Read More

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February 1, 2015

The UK Guardian takes down Chimamanda Adichie depression story – explains why

by Isi Esene The UK Guardian has removed a story published earlier today purportedly written by renowned author and novelist, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The article chronicled Adichie’s battle with depression and the brave steps she has taken to tackle the illness. The story is an inspiration to many around the world who are faced with... Read More

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December 31, 2014

Keside Anosike profiles Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: Shoes, magic & the truth – A Chimamanda you don’t know (Y!/YNaija.com Person of the Year 2014 Nominee)

by Keside Anosike “Home is where my best shoes are”, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie stated in an interview with the world’s largest fashion magazine ELLE, sometime in February and I tell you it is true. I tell you that she has a great taste in shoes, just as she has an undying love affair with her... Read More

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Twilight at Terracotta Indigo unveils at Swe Bar

by Akintomiwa Agbaje For lovers of literature and fans of Umari Ayim, lawyer, author and poet who has successfully carved a niche in the world of online series blogging, the news that the city of Lagos will be hosting the writer could not have come at a better time. On Saturday, the 26th of July, the... Read More

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World renowned poet and author, Maya Angelou dies at 86

by Zara Mustapha World renowned poet and author Maya Angelou is dead at 86. The American author who wrote “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” was found dead by a caretaker at her home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, on Wednesday morning. Angelou had been struggling with health problems in recent weeks and had canceled a May 30 appearance at... Read More

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Femi Fani-Kayode: Is God the author of evil?

by Femi Fani-Kayode He allows negative things to happen to us and to our nation only because He has given us the power to deal with them ourselves and the grace to come through them and have a great testimony at the end of it all. Today I shall go down memory lane. Life can... Read More

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Harry Potter author, JK Rowling reveals story behind pseudonym used for her recent bestseller

Author JK Rowling has revealed she spent a week practicing the fake signature of her pseudonym, Robert Galbraith – the name she used for her new detective novel. The Harry Potter creator signed a few copies of the book under her pen name, after working on the fake autograph. ‘While we can’t verify whether any... Read More

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World’s second-oldest person dies at the age of 115

The UK’s oldest person has died at the age of 115 years and 199 days. Sant Kaur Bajwa was born on January 1 1898 in Pakistan but had lived in England since the 1960s, with her life spanning three centuries and two world wars. She was officially the UK’s oldest and the world’s second oldest... Read More

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Opinion: Book reading – A new cultural movement

by Onuoha Frank The awakened interest in books and reading the sessions has galvanised is already evident: many people can be seen these days clutching a book or reading intently at a street corner or inside a bus. Patronage in bookstores and libraries, some proprietors testify, is also picking up. The city of Ibadan was... Read More

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November 27, 2012

Exclusive: Victor Ehikhamenor unveils cover of new book, ‘Excuse Me’ to YNaija (PHOTO, INTERVIEW)

by Isi Esene Victor Ehikhamenor needs no elaborate introduction, for those who know the Nigerian art scene; his work has gone far and wide. But for those who don’t, Ehikhamenor is an award-winning visual artist, writer and photographer. With a deep understanding of the world around him [having lived in the US for about 15... Read More

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November 20, 2012

Fela Durotoye breaks world record, signs 10,000 books in 8 hours

by Isi Esene Motivational speaker and youth mobilizer, Fela Durotoye, yesterday made history by signing over 10,000 books in 8 hours. Durotoye, 41, who authored the books, The 17 Secrets of High flying Students and The Dream Subordinate of Every Boss (the Secret to being the Right Candidate for Promotion Always), attempted the book signing... Read More

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October 28, 2012

Gowon on Achebe, “He is talking from a position of ignorance”

by Isi Esene Nigeria’s Civil War president, Gen. Yakubu Gowon (rtd.), has hit renowned writer, Chinua Achebe, very hard over the content of his recently released book on the Nigerian Civil War saying Achebe was writing from a position of ignorance. The ex-president reportedly said this yesterday while speaking to newsmen on a visit to... Read More

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October 9, 2012

Best Seller: Hollywood authors celebrate Nigerian entrepreneur, Mfon Ekpo

by Stanley Azuakola It’s not everyday that Hollywood celebrates a Nigerian, but on 28th September 2012, the National Academy of Best Selling Authors in Hollywood celebrated Nigerian entrepreneur and maritime lawyer; Mfon Ekpo. Ekpo, who is also a consultant and founder of Premier Pioneers Network, was recognised and honoured with the Golden Quill by the... Read More

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