Why? – Adewale Sobowale

Why have Southwesterners in Nigeria done this to themselves? Before I proceed, the few who have been reading my scribblings will bear testimony to the fact that I don’t believe Nigeria should split into various nations. I earnestly believe if we could work for a true federation, there’s a silver lining for us. By the…

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Missed Chance!

I must confess that I was gleeful when I heard that northern traders had decided not to transport their foodstuff to southern Nigeria. I was even happy for them when I saw evidence that they had found alternative in neighboring counties. It was therefore,tp my consternation when I read that their dogs had gone back…

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The General – Adewale Sobowale

The Egbas are celebrating the Lisabi festival today. Actually, it has been a week long affair culminating in today’s grand finale. I gather a visit will be made to the Lisabi forest, the men’s cult, oro will come out and when it comes out, women must be indoors. T’obinrin ba foju k’oroOro a gbe. A…

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A Cow’s Diary! – Adewale Sobowale

We enjoyed some respite yesterday. The sons of men said they were celebrating a festival. Lisabi Festival! It was a really grand event. Early in the morning, they went to the grove where they offered the annual sacrifice. They later went to the palace for merriment. However, one outstanding practice that we cows noticed was…

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