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17 June 2022

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Top 10 books to read in Nigeria

Nigeria has a thriving literary scene, and its authors are known for their innovative and diverse storytelling. Here are the top 10 books to read in Nigeria:

  1. "Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe - This novel is considered a classic of African literature and explores the themes of colonialism, cultural clash, and the effects of Westernization on traditional African society.
  2. "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie - This novel explores themes of identity, race, and love through the story of a young Nigerian woman who moves to America to pursue her education.
  3. "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie - This novel explores the Nigerian Civil War and its impact on the lives of three characters caught up in the conflict.
  4. "The Famished Road" by Ben Okri - This novel is a magical realist tale that explores themes of spirituality, identity, and the search for meaning in life.
  5. "Oil on Water" by Helon Habila - This novel is set in the Niger Delta and explores the impact of the oil industry on the lives of local communities and the struggle for environmental justice.
  6. "Stay with Me" by Ayobami Adebayo - This novel explores themes of love, marriage, and the complexities of relationships through the story of a young couple in Nigeria.
  7. "Sozaboy" by Ken Saro-Wiwa - This novel is a groundbreaking work of Nigerian literature that explores the themes of war, violence, and the impact of political conflict on ordinary people.
  8. "Measuring Time" by Helon Habila - This novel explores themes of family, identity, and the search for meaning in life through the story of two brothers in Nigeria.
  9. "The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives" by Lola Shoneyin - This novel explores the themes of love, marriage, and the complexities of relationships through the story of a polyggynous family in Nigeria.
  10. "Blackbird" by Mukoma Wa Ngugi - This novel explores the themes of race, identity, and the impact of colonialism through the story of a young Kenyan woman who moves to the United States.

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These books offer a rich and diverse representation of Nigerian literature and its exploration of the cultural, political, and social issues facing the country.