Netflix has released the trailer for Swallow the film adaptation of Sefi Atta’s book directed by Kunle Afolayan, Set in 1980s Lagos, Swallow sees Afolayan continue his cinematic exploration of bygone eras. The riveting drama-thriller weaves a compelling tale around…
Sefi Atta and Chibundu Onuzo collaborate on “Ikoyi Girl”
Sefi Atta, novelist and playwright teams up with novelist and scriptwriter, Chibundu Onuzo, to tease this monologue which, according to the YouTube description is “set in contemporary Lagos, before the COVID-19 pandemic and #EndSARS protests, Ikoyi Girl presents a self-described…
From All Sides: An Open Letter to Aisha Buhari – Sefi Atta
Dear Aisha Buhari, Last Christmas in Lekki, Lagos, where I live, I saw a street beggar and I thought about you. She sat on a pavement near a busy junction. She was barefoot and wore a hijab. She breastfed her…
Sefi Atta’s ‘Death Road’ to premiere at 12th Jos Festival of Theatre
The 12th Jos Festival of Theatre organised by Jos Repertory Theatre (JRT) with US Mission Nigeria support will not only serve as avenue for the world premiere of Sefi Atta’s Death Road, but also feature several local and international plays.…
Quintessence celebrates Sefi Atta at 55
Sefi Atta, award winning author of Everything Good Will Come and recently announced Caine Prize judge will be guest today at Quintessence in an evening event planned to celebrate her 55th birthday. The event will feature readings and a Q&A…
Sefi Atta, others to judge Caine Prize for African Writing 2019
Sefi Atta has been named on the jury of the Caine Prize for African Writing 2019. Chaired by Peter Kimani, the panel also includes Margie Orford, Olufemi Terry and Scott Taylor. The prize made the announcement on December 19. Awarded…