The literary world in Africa is dominated by the languages of former colonial powers. In the West African country the use of the English language is paramount. But there are many other languages in Nigeria, some areas are hotbeds of languages. Take for instance Plateau State in Central Nigeria, where languages abound. Many of these … Continue reading Publishers should embrace Yoruba writing
The significance of Chinua Achebe’s short stories – Part 2
Here is the second part of the article on the character of the short stories written by the late Chinua Achebe, re famous Nigerian author. He never got the Nobel Prize for Literature but his writing and his stimulating activities for other writers have helped open a floodgate for other writers, not just from Nigeria, … Continue reading The significance of Chinua Achebe’s short stories – Part 2
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