Chinua Achebe at 90.

Chinua Achebe @90 | #CA90

Chinua Achebe was born on November 16, 1930 in Ogidi village, Anambra, Nigeria. He meant different things to different artistes in different disciplines. Thus, we have put together an interdisciplinary exploration of the things he gave his life’s works to as a commemoration of Chinua Achebe’s 90th posthumous birthday. This two-day gathering billed for November 15 & 16, will be a creative attempt to remember, to reincarnate and to reinvigorate the grandeur of his eloquence, his interest in extracting old concerns from the new, as well as his lifelong commitment to the questions of human dignity.

The #ENDSARS provides a perfect backdrop for the event; a period of unrest and unprecedented mass protest across Nigeria, led mainly by the youths. On social media, the language – of both words and images – is that of the immediate, the now, the urgent. Yet the pernicious disposition of the Nigerian police, elites and leaders is rooted in an inescapable history of many failed attempts to chart the course of a nation. Today, one might say that we have been presented with another opportunity to draw a definite line between the old and the new. But we all know that history has a thing for self-repetition.

Make plans to join us for a uniquely immersive and engaging digital gathering, guaranteed to inspire a new generation of Nigerians who are changing the face of world history from everywhere. This two full days of luminary speakers, visual and literary art exhibitions, monologues, performance poetry, film, dance, podcasts and music - and at no cost. Register now on afropolis.org to build your schedule and join this special gathering of 90+ Nigerian artistes, home and abroad, in the commemoration of the great Chinua Achebe.

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