Be(com)ing Nigerian: A Guide

Description

Becoming Nigerian: A Guide is a satirical collection that takes a searing look at how different forms of power are abused, negotiated, and performed both in the private and public realms. By attempting to satirize those who abuse privilege or power, it recognizes that power can be found everywhere: in politics, business, religious institutions, and homes. From the exploration of religious hypocrisy in How To Worship The Nigerian God to A Letter to My Future Kidnapper which tackles the growing scourge of kidnapping, the collection is a jab at Nigerian society and what it means to be a Nigerian. Beyond poking fun at the holders of power, it is a summon, a provocation, and a call for introspection among all levels of society. As it is often said in Nigeria, when you point with one finger, there are four others pointing back at you. This is an engrossing read for Nigerian watchers, and strangers to Nigeria alike, with its tongue-in-cheek look at Nigeria’s relationship with the world, both culturally and politically.