Radio Sunrise

Never cover an assignment without collecting a brown envelope, Boniface had said. It is a real life saver for all journalists in this country. Ifiok, a young journalist working for the government radio station in Lagos, Nigeria, always aspires to do the right thing, but the odds seem to be stacked against him. Government pressures cause the funding to his radio drama to get cut off, his girlfriend leaves him when she discovers he is having an affair with an intern, and kidnappings and militancy are on the rise in the country. When Ifiok travels to his hometown to do a documentary on some ex-militants apparent redemption, a tragi-comic series of events will make him realize he is unable to swim against the tide of corruption.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 02 February 2023
Publisher: Jacaranda Books Art Music Ltd

Winner of the McKitterick Prize 2018, Radio Sunrise is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that delves into the complex and often tumultuous world of contemporary Nigeria. Written by the acclaimed Nigerian author Chibundu Onuzo, the book follows the journey of Ifiok, a young journalist who finds himself caught up in the web of corruption, violence, and political intrigue.

Despite his best efforts to do the right thing, Ifiok is constantly faced with obstacles and challenges that seem to conspire against him. The funding for his radio drama is cut off due to government pressures, his girlfriend leaves him when she discovers his affair with an intern, and kidnappings and militancy are on the rise in the country.

Determined to uncover the truth and bring justice to his community, Ifiok travels to his hometown to do a documentary on some ex-militants who have apparently turned their lives around. However, a tragi-comic series of events will make him realize that he is unable to swim against the tide of corruption and violence that permeates Nigerian society.

Radio Sunrise is a masterful work of fiction that blends satire, comedy, and tragedy to provide a nuanced and accurate portrayal of post-colonial Nigeria. Through the eyes of Ifiok, the book explores the political, social, and economic issues that have plagued the country for decades, including corruption, poverty, and the struggle for power.

Onuzo's writing is sharp and witty, and he has a keen ability to capture the essence of Nigerian culture and society. The characters in the book are well-developed and relatable, and their struggles and triumphs will resonate with readers from all walks of life.

In addition to its literary merits, Radio Sunrise is also a valuable contribution to the ongoing conversation about the challenges facing Africa and the world. The book raises important questions about the role of journalism in society, the consequences of corruption, and the importance of social and political change.

Winner of the McKitterick Prize 2018, Radio Sunrise is a must-read for anyone interested in contemporary African literature, politics, and society. It is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that will leave readers reflecting on the complexities of Nigerian life and the urgent need for change.

Winner of the McKitterick Prize 2018, Radio Sunrise is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that delves into the complex and often tumultuous world of contemporary Nigeria. Written by the acclaimed Nigerian author Chibundu Onuzo, the book follows the journey of Ifiok, a young journalist who finds himself caught up in the web of corruption, violence, and political intrigue.

Despite his best efforts to do the right thing, Ifiok is constantly faced with obstacles and challenges that seem to conspire against him. The funding for his radio drama is cut off due to government pressures, his girlfriend leaves him when she discovers his affair with an intern, and kidnappings and militancy are on the rise in the country.

Determined to uncover the truth and bring justice to his community, Ifiok travels to his hometown to do a documentary on some ex-militants who have apparently turned their lives around. However, a tragi-comic series of events will make him realize that he is unable to swim against the tide of corruption and violence that permeates Nigerian society.

Radio Sunrise is a masterful work of fiction that blends satire, comedy, and tragedy to provide a nuanced and accurate portrayal of post-colonial Nigeria. Through the eyes of Ifiok, the book explores the political, social, and economic issues that have plagued the country for decades, including corruption, poverty, and the struggle for power.

Onuzo's writing is sharp and witty, and he has a keen ability to capture the essence of Nigerian culture and society. The characters in the book are well-developed and relatable, and their struggles and triumphs will resonate with readers from all walks of life.

In addition to its literary merits, Radio Sunrise is also a valuable contribution to the ongoing conversation about the challenges facing Africa and the world. The book raises important questions about the role of journalism in society, the consequences of corruption, and the importance of social and political change.

Winner of the McKitterick Prize 2018, Radio Sunrise is a must-read for anyone interested in contemporary African literature, politics, and society. It is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that will leave readers reflecting on the complexities of Nigerian life and the urgent need for change.

Weight: 180g
Dimension: 196 x 128 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781914344138