Abidjan Archives - The Lagos Review

·January 7, 2024·6 min read

Toni Kan in Conversation with Edwidge Rene Dro who says: “I write to discover the why-ness of things.”

ED: A novel, yeah to have it out. It is written but I'm kind of doing the hard slugging work of editing TK: What’s it called? ED: I don't wanna say because the title is so shit.

News

·November 22, 2022·1 min read

Idris Elba to speak at Creative Africa Nexus Weekend

The Creative Africa Nexus Weekend (CANEX WKND 2022) taking place from November 25 – 27, 2022 in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire,...

ODUMODUBLVCK’S The Machine: A Defiant and Unruly Statement – Michael Kolawole

“Protect Sarz At All Costs” and the Importance of being Sarz – Michael Kolawole

On the exceptional “This One Is Personal,” Tiwa Savage cries us a river – Michael Kolawole

When Three Worlds Collide: A Review of Abdulrazak Gurnah’s Theft – Olukorede S. Yishau

“A Blitz In The Haze” Paints A Complex Portrait of Darkness & Light In Northern Nigeria – Sima Essien

Making Learning Fun in ‘Have You Seen Miss Zuri’s Magical Shoes?’ by Oluchi – Akumbu Uche

My Father’s Shadow Review: The More Things Change, The More They Remain The Same – Michael Kolawole

“My Father’s Shadow” Explores the Personal Within Nigeria’s Political Memory – Joseph Jonathan

A dodgy romance and uneven storytelling mar “Devil is a Liar” – Chinonso Nzeakor

LAMDA’s production of James Baldwin’s “The Amen Corner” interrogates Christian charity – Toni Kan

Intriguing Insights into Reincarnation: A review of Cheta Igbokwe’s “Awele” — Nenye Okoye

With “Wedlock of the Gods,” professor brings Nigerian storytelling and culture to USC main stage — Chinyere Amobi

Orchestra of Fishermen of the Country: The compelling oeuvre of Chigozie Obioma — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu

The Lasting Legacy of Evelyn Osagie: A tribute to a cultural champion — Terh Agbedeh

The ghastly murder of musician Israel Njemanze in Lagos — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu

Mourning Ngugi wa Thiong’o in Peace; A response to Prof Indagasi — Andrew Maina

Elsie Is Bringing Music Conversations to Our Doorsteps From Lagos to Toronto to the World – Onyema Dike

Adrien Brody’s “Red Chip” revolution beyond the box office

I try to find that sweet spot between substance and form — Michael Afenfia

Nigerian filmmakers discuss artificial intelligence’s impact on Nollywood

NLNG targets young Nigerians with new prize

Lagos to host 9th AFRIMA in January 2026 following date adjustment

Abidjan

Toni Kan in Conversation with Edwidge Rene Dro who says: “I write to discover the why-ness of things.”

Idris Elba to speak at Creative Africa Nexus Weekend

Nigerian filmmakers discuss artificial intelligence’s impact on Nollywood

Victor Ehikhamenor’s Enchanted World: A review of Chronicles of the Enchanted World” – Olufemi A. Akinsanya

Don't Miss Out!