The trending new book from the west coast of Africa, SAKADELLI, has made its way to the White House Library and other leading universities in US and Canada

SAKADELLI is one of such stories, and it is told in colourful and poignant language - complete with evocative poetic as well as prosaic undertones

Whether it is one story in many multilayered dimensions or many interlocking stories, is for the reader to judge. What is clear, though, is that this volume is reflective of the multidimensional personalities and situations it describes, namely, characters who live their lives with what the French would call 'savoir-faire.'

The lives described in this book are far from perfect. On the contrary, they have had their share of sorrows as well as joys, disappointments as well as exhilaration.


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But out of these experiences - many of which lead through many pathways (from both literal and metaphorical mountaintops to valleys) - comes a combination of self-awareness, acceptance and, yes, wisdom, a combination which makes SAKADELLI such a powerful, tender and funny book all at once. It is a celebration of life in all its beauty and chaos; a cautionary tale about right and wrong choices and their consequences; and an eloquent protest at many of the social ills and subtle injustices that we often take for granted, or turn a blind eye to.

It is a story written from the perspective of the eccentric title character, Sakadelli, who slides in and out of the stories to create a string of evocative and provocative and humorous stories to confront pervasive societal norms. This volume is a mirror which allows us to see ourselves in a humorous way, appreciate our follies and laugh at ourselves while deeply reflecting on the general rules of engagement in life - including living and loving.

Sakadelli takes the reader from the innocence of bygone childhood to contemporary issues, both peculiar to African society and international.

Sakadelli is published as a book for young adults across the globe (18 and above), as well as older, mature audiences in their roles as parents, guardians and mentors.

Some of the stories in this volume (such as ENYIOCHA & ENYIOCHA) are reminiscences of a sheltered childhood, complete with doting but stern parents with their unique brand of tough love, marred by a sudden loss of innocence as a result of war.

Others (like THE CONVO; OUR GIRLS, OUR DAUGHTERS, OUR SISTERS; THE MEN OUR MOTHERS RAISED, and others) are an examination of some of our cultural norms regarding gender issues, marriage and the place of the woman and girl-child in a patriarchal African society.

Stories such as THE VIRGINITY DIALOGUE deals with the crisis that usually accompanies a young girl's burgeoning sexuality, and the tragic, avoidable errors this can sometimes lead to.

In stories like, SO THE CARD MAKES IT OKAY? and RETIREMENT PLAN, the author chronicles a satirical account of the acceptable practice of Nigerians who go to great and often undignified and bizarre lengths to secure residency, citizenship or simply comfortable lives in the United States - often leaving a trail of heartbreak, tears and in some cases, blood.

SAKADELLI is written with passion, humor, pathos, and intelligence on some of the most critical issues of our modern, fast-changing society - from the mature mind of a well-processed point of view. Its unique and fresh perspective laced with humor .

Written in colorful prose along with its poetic flavor otherwise known as Verse, this makes SAKADELLI a brilliant offering, and a sumptuous literary feast to savor for a long time.