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African Tales at Jail Point

October 31, 2025

In a Time of Fire, Chuma Nwokolo Protects His Purpose

For decades, Nigerians looked to writers for moral authority. As the country deteriorates further, and more writers become “hooker intellectuals,” the short story writer, attorney, and digital publishing pioneer hopes to maintain his courage.
Michael Chiedoziem Chukwudera
Chuma Nwokolo by William Bazington

October 31, 2025

Chuma Nwokolo by William Bazington

In a Time of Fire, Chuma Nwokolo Protects His Purpose

For decades, Nigerians looked to writers for moral authority. As the country deteriorates further, and more writers become “hooker intellectuals,” the short story writer, attorney, and digital publishing pioneer hopes to maintain his courage.
Michael Chiedoziem Chukwudera

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