Explore Nigeria's History Through Love, Politics, and Family Struggles

Check out this week’s selection of great books chosen by our librarians! You can find all of these awesome titles and more at our Community Library at 196 Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos. Looking for your next great read? Search our catalogue and e-library or browse previous picks for inspiration.
Legacy of Strength by Areta Nwosu
Covering four generations of Nigerian lovers from the colonial times (1915-1960), the Civil War (1967-1970), to the year 2000, Legacy of Strength revolves around two non-identical twin sisters, Vivian and Vanessa, offspring of a unique maternal lineage of strong, gifted, intelligent women.
Soldiers of Fortune: Nigerian Politics from Buhari to Babangida (1983 - 1993) by Max Siollun
Soldiers of Fortune is a fast-paced, thrilling and objective analysis of the major events of the Buhari and Babangida eras. Siollun's research reveals the true story behind past controversies such as the annulment of the June 12 election, the execution of Mamman Vatsa, the foiled kidnapped of Umaru Dikko, the Orka coups and the assassination of Dele Giwa.
The Buried Treasure by Akachi Adimora-Ezeigbo After the civil war in Nigeria, Ola and her family are very poor. Her father is dead and their money has disappeared. How will they manage to live? Is there anyone who can help them?
P.S. Professor Adimora-Ezeigbo is a friend of ZODML's! Check out a recap of her visit to our Community Library for a Secondary School Reading Programme session last year and our interview with the writer.
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