Bookshelf

Bookshelf

Eat the Heart of the Infidel: The harrowing of Nigeria and the rise of Boko Haram

Andrew Walker’s compelling account of how the history of northern Nigeria has been shaped by the rise of Islam and its conflict with modernity.

2016 Etisalat Prize for Literature opens for entries

Mobile telecommunication firm, Etisalat has called for entries for the 2016 edition of the Etisalat Prize for Literature. Only books by debut writers

Five Books: In honour of Mrs Ajoke Murtala Mohammed at 75

1. My garden just behind my house is a beautiful oasis for tired souls. I have a fine collection of exotic palms thanks to Her Excellency Mrs. Muhamme

Why my novel is a mirror for readers – Othuke Ominiabohs

Othuke Ominiabohs is the author of ‘Odufa’, a novel that has received remarkable attention across the country. Here, he talks about why hi

Adenle’s book makes The Guardian’s best crime novel list

Leye Adenle’s debut novel, ‘Motion Tourist’, has made the list of The Guardian UK’s best recent crime novels. ‘Motion To