Meet the Littafi Team

Akinwale Ojo

Founder & Editor-in-Chief

Also known as the Tyrant Overlord, Akinwale loves Fantasy, African Literature, and Romance. He's also a keen football fan and supporter of Chelsea Football Club

Fantasy Buff

Nasiba Mbabe-Bawa

Writer

Nasiba is an avid reader of African Literature, a feminist, and a pan-Africanist. She's also a big fan of Nollywood, particularly the old classics.

Yapper

Chioma Ahamefule

Features Editor

A content strategist by profession, Chioma is a huge movie buff who's always happy to discuss the latest series and films with anyone. Try to match her geekiness if you can!

Movie Aficionado

Annabelle Obie

African Literature Reviewer

Annabelle is a keen-eyed, uncompromising critic of African Literature with zero tolerance for poor writing. She speaks German, Urhobo, and English fluently

African Literature Lover

Alpha D. Boakye

Essayist

Alpha is a Global Voices Scholar with an MFA from the University of East Anglia, Norwich. He's also an Escalator New Writing Fellow and a Reeves Award Fellow.

Poet

Peace Owen

Writer & Editor

Peace is as nerdy as they come and is a great lover of books, K-drama, and good music.

Movie Lover

What We Stand For

The principles that guide every piece of content we create at Littafi.

Honest Reviews

Every review is a genuine reflection of our experience. We celebrate great writing and offer constructive critique with respect.

African Voices First

We center African literature and storytelling, shining a light on the diverse narratives emerging from the continent and its diaspora.

Reader Discovery

Our mission is to help readers discover their next great read, whether from established authors or exciting new voices.

Community Driven

Littafi is built by and for book lovers. We believe reading is a shared experience, and we invite our community to join the conversation.

The readers and writers behind Littafi

Our Editorial Team

What We Stand For

Honest Reviews

African Voices First

Reader Discovery

Community Driven