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Big Dreams

Big Dreams

Sophia

Hunger...poverty... underdevelopment... Words that are always associated with Africa, have we everΒ  wondered why that is the case? Why are we associated with such words when there's a lot more to us; our history and heritage, our cultures and our languages. We can't ignore the fact that we indeed have our own vices, but why should the vices be glorified when there are a plethora of beautiful things about us? "Don't you think you'll bore the class with this?" Chinaemerem asked as she turned the pages of my paper. "You think so?" I asked, "Yeah, I'm bored already and you're just midway your first page. No offense Ify, but could you make it more interesting?. Maybe add some personal experience to brighten it up. If you have no personal experience you can always ask someone around" Chinaemerem suggested "that's a brilliant idea, thank you so much Emerem. I think I'll do that instead" I won't bore you with a lecture on how we could be better as a people.Β  I mean, if we could solve hunger and poverty it would not exist but nobody knows how to, not even the greatest minds. So why spend the little time we have glorifying our impediments, when we can revere our cultures and experiences? My name is Ifeanyichukwu Adeduni Agu, I am an igbo girl from Nigeria, a country in West Africa. And this is one of my experiences. "Now this is perfect, continue" she said sitting back.

THE SCARRED SCRIBBLER

THE SCARRED SCRIBBLER

Doc Cally

Mary-Cynthia Udemba, a resilient medical student and writer, navigates betrayal, pressure, and self-doubt while chasing a dream to transform healthcare in Africa. In a world that tries to silence her, she finds her voice through writing inspiring others to rise above their scars. Dreams of a Scarred Scribbler is a story of hope, purpose, and the power of resilience.

THE UNBROKEN PATH

THE UNBROKEN PATH

DINMA OPARA

In the quiet village of Umueze, where faith and tradition intertwine, Nkem Okeke is born into a deeply religious family whose devotion to God runs as thick as the red soil beneath their feet. But beneath their harmony lies a wound β€” the family’s longing for a son in a culture that measures legacy by lineage. From childhood, Nkem’s curiosity and courage set her apart. While her father preaches purity and restraint, she dreams of independence and purpose beyond the confines of tradition. When she earns admission to the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nkem steps into a new world β€” one that challenges her upbringing and forces her to redefine what faith, womanhood, and freedom truly mean. Her journey is one of strength tested by rejection, of conviction shaken by love, and of a daughter’s quest to reconcile faith with individuality. When her defiance leads to her father’s fury and eventual disownment, Nkem must walk an unbroken path of forgiveness, resilience, and redemption. Set against the lush backdrop of Igbo culture, The Unbroken Path is a moving tale of courage, self-discovery, and the power of staying true to one’s values in a world that demands conformity. It celebrates womanhood, questions rigid traditions, and reminds us that true faith is not in appearance β€” but in love, compassion, and purpose.

Unpredictable

Unpredictable

Weirdo πŸ’™πŸ’™

Unpredictable Mustafa Judging by how hard the Country is and even worse for young promising youths like him, Tall Dark and Handsome Mustafa with a bad character or that's what they say and a voice, hot like fire, a broke street guy with only his talents, On his Journey to fame, It's either His Body or His Money It did sound simple until Death came knocking, with no bounds and no excuses, that door has to be opened. This time around he had only one choice and now, it's either he lets his Brains do the thinking or his Heart. Will Mustafa overcome his obstacles and achieve his one and Only dream? Or will his decision ruin everything for him and even his life? Zara Okonkwo 25 Years old, A First Class theatre Arts Graduate, Rumours Spread; "she was only in school for fun, after all, she already has everything". Only child of her late Mother and Her Father, she was a Rich spoiled Brat With no dreams, She just wants to enjoy life as best as she could, Her Best Quote "Life is too short". What happens When Zara's World Collide with Mustafa, and in his worst Moment. Will it be a curse or a blessing in disguise?

Celestial

Celestial

Dike

Deep inside the forests of Esie town in South-West Nigeria lies a sacred grove filled with hundreds of soapstone statuettes bearing unearthly features. This is their origin story – an account of how the stone sentinels of Esie came to be!