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The Algebra of Poverty: Eradicating P...
In Africa, there’s a prevailing desire for ease and
effort and intellectual pursuits seem daunting.
This phenomenon is complex and multifaceted,
influenced by various historical, cultural, and socio-
economic factors. The legacy of the Atlantic Slave Trade, which reduced Africans to their physical attributes, has had a lasting impact on how Africans perceive themselves and their capabilities.
Today, we see young men flocking to gyms, seeking
to sculpt their bodies and attain a certain physical ideal.
While physical fitness is great, the emphasis on physical appearance over mental toughness and intellectual pursuits is striking. Many of these individuals, despite their physical strength, struggle with mental endurance and intellectual curiosity. Reading and learning are often neglected, leaving a void in critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
This trend is concerning, as it suggests that
many Africans are prioritizing short-term gains and
superficial achievements over long-term growth and
self-improvement. The lack of emphasis on mental
development and intellectual exploration can have far-
reaching consequences, including a lack of innovation, poor decision-making, and a limited capacity for complex problem-solving.
The following chapters will explore these themes
in more depth, acknowledging the complexities and
nuances of African experiences. We’ll examine how
historical and cultural factors have shaped African
identities and aspirations, and how we can work to
promote a culture of intellectual curiosity, critical
thinking, and mental resilience.
Songs for a Burning Continent by Abra...
Songs for a Burning Continent charts the enduring legacies of grief and loss, tenderness and desire, endurance, and revolt. With striking emotional intelligence, Abraham Aondoana documents the vulnerability of the human heart, alongside the social and political histories that shape both intimate lives and national memory.
About Author:
Abraham Aondoana was born in Benue, Nigeria. He is a recipient of Idembeka Creative Writing Workshop 2026. His poem was shortlisted for Renard Press Interwoven Prize 2025. His works has appeared in Several Literary Magazines.
Brass Knuckles and Silver Linings
Nnagoziem Udensi, fondly known as The Vyrus, grew up writing for Magazines like Connect Africa magazine and Know Enugu Magazine, among many others.
A kid who discovered he could write fong drawing conor trips knack for writing and photography.
His laziness from writing prose landed him in poetry, and this is
his first work.
Khaki in the Sun
ABOUT THE BOOK
Khaki in the sun is a poetic expression of the Nigerian experience. It shines a light on what we go through as a people, the battles we face daily in our individual capacity, as citizens living in a society where everyone lives on survival mode. The anthology does not only seek to tell, but to show by means of photography, where we currently stand, and how we fashion for ourselves tiny bits of joy amidst the chaos that is our reality. The collection employs the use of storytelling and pictures to show a vivid nature of life as it is within Nigeria, not what it ought to be, or what it can be - just what it is and how we survive through it.
Happiness is a Sickle-Kinikan In My B...
Believing he can fly, the ten-year-old Ephraim jumps from a storey building. The three members of the Olorunyomi family experience this suicide differently. And has to navigate through it’s grief. They try to hold onto a sense of family, but the death in the family separates them, and then brings them together. Told through multiple first-person narratives, “Happiness is a Sickle Kinikan in my Belly” is one’s family search for happiness in the face of overwhelming forces.
When she First said No!
This is a vibrant collection of poems that dive headfirst into the exhilarating, heart-wrenching, and complex realms of love, loss, faith and human nature.
In the title poem, "When She First Said NO!", the poet laments about his unrequited love and rejection. This sets the stage for the flurry of emotions you'll witness as you flip through the pages.
You'll find yourself immersed in deep emotions: feel the thrill of new love, cringe at the agony of heartbreak, and identify with the trials and tribulations of keeping a relationship afloat.
But it doesn't stop there! This poetic treasure trove also delves into the spiritual realm, with the poet seeking solace and guidance from the divine. And let's not forget the darker side of human nature equally portrayed - temptation, lust, and the fiery fury of hate and anger- all laid bare in finely crafted captivating verses.
Written in a delightful mix of styles - from free-flowing verses to time-honoured forms - this collection offers something for you. Whether you're drawn to soul-searching introspection or captivating poetic storytelling, you'll find yourself captivated by the sheer range of emotions and experiences on display.
Let the poetic adventure begin!
URUNDA
In Urunda Crescendo, a famed resort and marvel of nature,
the resort. They must each discover themselves in the face
uncover the thief in their midst or be dragged into the
ragtag group of archaeology and tourism students, along
thieves mysteriously disappear when they steal artifacts. A
of looming danger—embodied by a goddess. Will they
betrayal, jealousy, and contemporary issues. It is set in real
with their professor, embark on an academic excursion to
This story is woven with themes of affection, suspense,
places, but it is up to you to discern which parts are fact and
watery beyond?
which are legend.
Vaults of Secrets
In one story, a conscience takes it upon itself to keep prodding its principal until she tells the truth about the paternity of her four children. In another story, a woman cannot live with the result of her promiscuous lifestyle. In the title story, Vault of Secrets, a man has a special gift of walking into places at the most inopportune times. In another story, a woman facing the death penalty relives the story of a friend who has already suffered the same fate. In yet another prison story, a man comes to terms with his complicity in activism gone wrong.
The stories in this collection flirt with the limits of freedom and bondage, they are a means with which Olukorede Yishau examines the nature of man and his ability to choose; more so man’s ability to live with the choice he has made.
Broken Bodies, Damaged Souls
In these poems, Akachi Adimora-Ezeibo reiterates the importance of justice, gender equality, accountability, and respect for one. Exploring such subjects as the Coronavirus pandemic, injustices against women and immigration, among others, Adimora-Ezeigbo posits that with little acts of kindness and tolerance, our world can be a better place.