Nigerianwriters Stories

When Lolade Adebayo, a young NYSC corps member serving in Abuja, visits an art gallery, she comes face-to-face with a portrait that changes her life forever. The woman in the painting looks exactly like her. The title beneath it reads: THIS IS ME. But the artist, Omolara "Lara" Ajayi, has been dead for three years. Drawn into a mystery she never asked for, Lolade begins uncovering fragments of Lara's unfinished life-hidden letters, forgotten paintings, whispered secrets, and a trail of evidence buried beneath layers of deception. As every clue pulls her deeper into a dangerous conspiracy, she discovers that Lara's death was never the tragic accident the world believed it to be. Together with a relentless detective, Lara's grieving husband, a loyal assistant, and a little girl determined to understand what really happened to her mother, Lolade races against time to expose a powerful criminal network hiding behind Nigeria's prestigious art world. But someone is watching. Someone who has killed before. And someone who will do anything to ensure the truth remains buried. As danger closes in, grief slowly gives way to healing, strangers become family, and an unexpected bond grows-not from resemblance, but from shared courage and quiet hope. In a story where every painting hides a secret and every brushstroke carries a clue, one question remains: "If you stood before a portrait wearing your face... would you dare discover who it truly belonged to?" DOPPELGANGER is a gripping Nigerian mystery thriller filled with suspense, shocking twists, emotional depth, and a beautifully slow-burning romance that proves love is never about replacing the past-it's about finding the courage to embrace the future.

"Rhythm of freedom" Talks about A Nineteen year old teenager Named Amira, a talented Young musician, as she stood up for her passion for music and her own identity amidst disapproval and chaos.

My country people... How una dey? This is it! The book where we accept our hangout lovers. Life isn't all about books or it is? Sometimes we need to just let lose and catch fun, relax and cool the end. Don't forget our popular idiom that, "All Work And No Play Make Writers Full of Writers Block". Lol, yes, I know it's not the correct one, but who cares? We're just catching fun and that is what Nigerians hangout is all about. Nigerians get to meet and mingle, catch fun and hangout and while we do all these things, we promote that work of ours that we are proud of. If you're ready to be a part, click on the book and swim with us.

Stories and Poems submitted by members of WattNigeria Book club for weekly prompts and flash fiction challenges.

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She had an almost perfect life, loved by all who she came across while enjoying a life of wealth and studying the course of her dreams at Nile University until the strong arms of love decided to drag her to the wrong side of life. Found lying unconscious on the ground just below her room balcony, a suicide note and her flip flops on the ground close to the balcony railings, all hell was let loose in Soluchiro's house. Nobody would ever believe that Soluchiro could ever try to take her life, and in such a painful way. All fingers are pointing at Michael. But he believes he would be the right person to bring Soluchiro's masked suicide to light. Will he be able to bring justice to Soluchiro? Find out in this intriguing book. Starting: 𝑱𝒖𝒍𝒚 2022 Cover by me🤭❤️ Ⓦ︎Ⓔ︎Ⓔ︎Ⓚ︎Ⓛ︎Ⓨ︎ Ⓤ︎Ⓟ︎Ⓓ︎Ⓐ︎Ⓣ︎Ⓔ︎Ⓢ︎ ⚠️⚠️

A beautiful Collab on royalty by @Angellawrence262 and @LianYu546 You don't wanna miss it _In a world torn apart by conflict and political intrigue, a glimmer of hope emerges._ _Welcome to Thracia, a continent ravaged by war and divided by rival kingdoms and nations. Yet, amidst the chaos, a visionary institution rises, determined to forge a new path forward._ _Join us on a journey through the Global Royal Academy, where the next generation of leaders must navigate the treacherous landscape of diplomacy, loyalty, and power. Will they be able to overcome their differences and forge a brighter future, or will the forces of discord tear them apart?_ _Dive into a world of royalty, unity, and leadership, where the fate of a continent hangs in the balance. The Global Royal Academy awaits._* Dive into a continent of political chaos Enjoy a fresh glass of drama, love, comedy, politics and royalty. It's worth every read We promise Enjoy!!!

Issue #III March 2020 Wattpad Nigeria Magazine

bobo's sister Mira,dies, leaving him broken. but she also left a gift-her heart beats in him now. through her diary, a video and friend Emma, bobo discovers Mira wanted him to LIVE. he finds his passion-art, honors her memory and find's purpose.

The Festival of Broken Calabashes is a heartwarming cultural tale set in the vibrant village of Umuaka, where ancient traditions come alive in a celebration of renewal and unity. Each year, villagers gather to shatter calabashes symbols of pain, secrets, and the past to make room for healing, truth, and new beginnings. When Adaora, a spirited young woman with a burdened heart, returns home for the festival, she must confront her family's hidden wounds and the expectations of tradition. Through dance, song, and the rhythm of shattered calabashes, she discovers strength, identity, and the true meaning of freedom.

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She believed in sarcasm, playlists, and staying far away from anything with a heartbeat and a beard. He believed in silence, secrets, and showing up exactly when she least wanted him to. When Amina Bakare, a final-year student with zero tolerance for distractions, gets paired with the annoyingly charming new boy, Zayn Yusuf, her quiet campus life flips faster than her highlight notes in midterms. But Zayn has a past. And Amina has walls. What starts as coffee spills, eye rolls, and savage clapbacks soon spirals into late-night calls, unfinished confessions, and feelings that threaten to be more than just us.

ᴛʜᴇ ᴇᴍᴏᴛɪᴏɴᴀʟ ᴛᴇᴇɴ sᴇʀɪᴇs: ʙᴏᴏᴋ 2 For the SSS3 students of De Royals College, Lagos; their last year in secondary school was supposed to be their yet most memorable and most beautiful year after all they were finally leaving secondary school. But when the year starts with their power couple breaking up, a scandal involving one of the best students, the most unlikely student getting pregnant amongst many other secrets been unveiled. The whole year is plunged into chaos. And just like that, their yet most beautiful year turned into the grounds of hell but before they finally leave, before they say their last goodbyes, will they be able to let go of their past and secrets, seek forgiveness and forgive and as well move on? @ᴅᴀʀᴇ-ᴀᴛᴜɴsᴇ 'sᴇᴍɪʟᴏᴏʀᴇ.

Some love stories don't end - they simply fade into memory. Umar never meant to lie. He only wanted to be loved, to feel seen, and to protect the fragile connection he found with Aysha. But one lie became two, and before he knew it, the truth shattered everything they built. Between Love and Regret is a true story of love, secrets, and redemption - of a man who lost the girl he loved, only to find himself in the ruins of what once was. It's a story that reminds us that honesty is the greatest form of love, and that forgiveness, even if delayed, is still a form of grace.

labarin wata yarinyar hamshakin Mai kudi ne Wanda ake fadenshi a fadin duniya, Allah ya azurtashi da yaya biyar Sabriya itace yarsa ta fari, babban burin Sabriya shine rayuwa da Imam a matsayin mijinta boyayyen alamari ya bayyana Wanda burinta ya Gaza cika akan imam hartaso tarasa wani bangare na jikinta.....bari inbarku kubiyo ni Humairah donjin yadda labarin zai kasance Don ba wannan bane kadai labarin dake dauke da wannan rubutu nawa........... like, comment ,follow and share ...........

Damola comes from a wealthy family and gets everything she wants, or does she? Read on to see how she discovers painful truths and also learns what makes life worth living. WARNING!: THERE IS A SUICIDE SCENE AND ONE OR TWO TRIGGERS. I WILL BE WARNING YOU AHEAD OF TIME. PLEASE PROTECT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH ❤️ I'll be updating everyday or every two days. Please keep voting and sharing while you read ❤️

In the heart of Osogbo, beneath the canopy of ancestral trees and sacred whispers, a timeless tale dances to life in rhythm and reverence. "Whispers of the River: A Poetic Journey into the Osun Osogbo Festival" is not just a poem-it is a cultural mirror, a lyrical pilgrimage that draws readers into the soul of Yoruba tradition. Penned by Akintola Samuel O, the piece paints vivid portraits of the ancient grove, the rhythmic footfalls of the Arugba, and the unbroken pact between the divine and the people of Osogbo. From medicinal forest paths to the sacred 16-point flame, every verse captures centuries of belief, sacrifice, and celebration. With poetic elegance, the writer revives the heartbeat of a festival born over 700 years ago-a festival that continues to thrive with every drumbeat and prayer. This poem is an offering of words to the river goddess herself-Osun-a tribute wrapped in rhyme, rhythm, and reverence. Let the words lead you. Let the river speak.

Don't judge a book by its cover... but first impressions? Those are harder to forget. Do they really last a lifetime? Sometimes, one meeting is enough to change everything. Between love and betrayal, friendship and unexpected emotions, two worlds collide in ways neither of them saw coming. Because some first impressions don't just fade... they stay with you forever