Rose emptied a tin of tomatoes into a black plastic bag and handed it to the small boy holding a kite. “Tell your mother to pay up the debt she owes me, otherwise things will get messy. Do you hear me?” she held the boy’s ear for emphasis. “Yes!” he whimpered as Rose slapped aContinue reading Abowu District Episode 10
Becky was on her knees, her hands held together, muttering fervent prayers. The strong odor of burning red candles filled the room. The woman at the Aladura church had been pleased to see her, her wide mouth had curved awkwardly as Becky recounted her ordeal with her husband and her suspicions about his abandonment ofContinue reading Abowu District Episode 8
Weeks passed and Oyinade continued to live as a slave in Ajao’s house. She learnt quickly how to cook, grind beans and pepper, farm, wash, weave hair and fetch water without slipping into the stream from the muddy banks. But most importantly, she learnt how to keep her head down. The one thing that sheContinue reading Oyinade Episode 2.3: “This world is not for women”
Dear reader, Thank you for being here. This is the beginning of a mini-series I’ve titled Run!. It’s the story of two women trapped in abusive relationships and their plan for freedom. Please leave a comment and please SHARE THIS link with someone. Enjoy!
Rhoda felt Oladapo drifting away from her. He no longer seemed interested in spending time with her; he was barely home and when he was, he wanted to be alone. He had a faraway look in his eyes that she couldn’t explain and he looked burdened. She had tried to speak with him but itContinue reading The Family Part 32
Dear reader, I apologize for posting exceptionally late today, it’s been a hectic week! I’m going to be busy at a workshop next week so I’m going on a break from tomorrow(there’ll be a post tomorrow). The series will continue on Tuesday, June 7.
Niniola was chopping water leaves when her step-father came into the sitting room and took off his damp singlet. “I’m hungry. Get me something to eat.” He said.