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VIDEO: Wole Soyinka, Pyrates honor literary icon Biodun Jeyifo
Wole Soyinka and the Pyrates Confraternity honored the late scholar Biodun Jeyifo at a farewell ceremony in Ibadan.
Mar 5 • 12:02 UTC
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Tinubu, Soyinka lead final tributes to literary giant Jeyifo
Prof. Biodun Jeyifo, a celebrated literary scholar and activist, passed away on February 11, 2026, receiving tributes from notable figures like Wole Soyinka.
Mar 5 • 01:04 UTC
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WSCIJ mourns Biodun Jeyifo, reflects on scholar’s legacy
The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism has lamented the passing of Professor Biodun Jeyifo, highlighting his significant contribution to media excellence and public accountability.
Feb 12 • 18:12 UTC
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Nigerian leaders eager to step into colonisers’ shoes – Soyinka
Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka expressed concern that Nigeria's leaders, despite the country's independence in 1960, appeared ready to emulate the oppressive practices of colonial rulers.
Feb 6 • 01:17 UTC