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Literary Luminary Wole Soyinka Celebrates Birthday
A Literary Icon Turns Another Page. Today marks a significant milestone for literature enthusiasts worldwide as Wole Soyinka, the distinguished Nigerian playwright, poet, and Nobel laureate, celebrates his birthday.
Known for his profound impact on African and global literature, Soyinka’s career spans decades of prolific writing, activism, and intellectual discourse.
Born on July 13th, Wole Soyinka has been a pivotal figure in modern African literature, exploring themes of identity, political upheaval, and the clash between tradition and modernity.
His works, including the iconic play “Death and the King’s Horseman” and the memoir “Ake: The Years of Childhood,” continue to resonate with readers globally, offering insights into both the complexities of Nigerian society and broader human experiences.
As he turns another year older, Soyinka’s influence remains as potent as ever, inspiring new generations of writers and thinkers to engage critically with social and political issues.
Beyond his literary achievements, Soyinka’s commitment to justice and human rights activism underscores his enduring relevance in today’s world.
Join us in celebrating Wole Soyinka’s birthday and reflecting on his enduring legacy in literature and beyond.
Nigerian Singer, Rema is ste to make his debut performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in 2025. Apart from Rema other African artists will also perform at the Coachella, Amaarae and Tyla will be at the event.
The Coachella is the world’s biggest music and arts festival and is definitely a huge accomplishment and recognition to the African artists set to perform.
The first Nigerian Artist that performed was Seun Kuti in 2012, followed by Mr Eazi and Burna Boy in 2019 and Ckay in 2022 the finally Tems in 2024.
American Actor Jesse Eisenberg, popularly knows for his role “Now You See Me”, was injured while filming “Now You See Me 3”. The injury was sustained when shooting a complex scene in a rotating hallway.
The actor shared the experience and how he got injured “The movie is truly spectacular,” Eisenberg shared with Variety. “Like, the sets we’ve been on, one of which I just tore a tendon in my finger… a huge hallway. And the hallway turns 360 degrees. This humongous 80 foot, 20 story, 20 foot high hallway.”
Despite the injury the actor remained enthusiastic about the upcoming movie which will premier on 14th of November, 2025.
Late Obama DMW son, Habeeb Uthman, wishes Singer, Davido a happy birthday on his social media page. Habeeb takes to his Instagram avvount and shares emotional message and wish to Davido. He stated that Davido was a father figure in his life who always accepted and remained supportive amid his father’s passing.
“Dad, I’m writing this from the bottom of my heart, keeping a promise is one of the hardest things in life! You promised to help me since I lost my father. You never rejected me. You loved me just the way a father should love his. Every video of us you always saying “my son”. Dad my father would be so grateful for all you do for me! I love you so much.”
“There was a day I was so broken, but when we spoke he didn’t just solve my issue. He spoke to me My son hope you really good” These words are so genuine and lovely. Happy birthday to my father’s friend.”.
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