‘Writing is a Work of Care and hope.’ Boluwatife Akinro's First Draft
Nigerian author, Boluwatife Akinro wants more critical thought about Nigerian pop culture. Read our interview.
Culture & Society
Banking on Women Development’s Neoliberal Sexism
The process of the current development agenda does little to advance real development outcomes because of its persistence in catering to economic neoliberalism, which prioritizes economic growth over addressing the structural drivers of women’s subordination and oppression. Read more.
‘Clarity is Key.’ Oluremi C. Onabanjo’s First Draft
Scholar and art historian, Oluremi C. Onabanjo aims to write both creatively and analytical. Read our interview.
‘I’m Addicted to the Process.’ Dare Olaitan’s First Draft
Filmmaker, Dare Olaitan gets excited about the process of filmmaking and believes some stories can never become films. Read our interview.
A Particular Kind of Bildungsroman Tope Folarin’s A Particular Kind of Black Man
Tope Folarin’s ambitious novel, A Particular Kind of Black Man, offers a grand examination of provincial societies and, ultimately, the human condition.
‘I Don’t Remember Typos’ Fu’ad Lawal’s First Draft
Editor-in-Chief, Fu'ad Lawal is a non-perfectionist who dreams of a West Africa-As-A-Country story. Read our interview.
The Pressing Need Expanding Access to Safe Abortions in Nigeria
While there may still be an ongoing debate on women’s right to an abortion, certainly women who choose to have abortions deserve access to safe procedures.
Muslim Feminism Is Here to Stay The Mutual Inclusivity of Feminism and Islam
As women who are not blind to misogyny, Muslim feminists bring into existence an alternative to secular feminism, which leaves out any form of religious reference.
‘Genres are Formless, Protean Things’ Suyi Davies Okungbowa’s First Draft
What surprises sci-fi author, Suyi Davies Okungbowa, about writing is ‘how storytelling captivates’, the undying power that underlies ‘the simple act of telling a good story.’
‘Write Something Every Day’ Oreva Olakpe’s First Draft
Author and Sino-Africa scholar, Oreva Olakpe, wants more happiness in books about African women. Read our interview.