Nigerian Gods

by Kome Erubu Otobo

Nigerian Gods
is an enlightening and sobering review of the impact of the
introduction of the three main Abrahamic religions on Nigeria’s
traditional religions, culture and way of life, viewed through the prism
of its eleven largest and two of the smallest ethnic groups. Kome
Otobo, gives here a factual and acute description and presentation of
the main characteristics of the major ethnic groups in Nigeria –
historical background and socio-political structures, demography,
traditional religions, differing impacts of Judaism, Christianity,
Islam, and major occupations and modes of existence – which should serve
to propel all to a fuller assessment of the complexities of the
directions which a Post-Covid-19 World is tending rapidly, ethnically
and racially exploited differences jumping to the fore to question
erstwhile dominant political ideologies and political arrangements based
on them.

Price range: £38.00 through £40.00

About the author

Kome Erubu Otobo

Kome Erubu Otobo was
educated at St. Saviour’s School Ikoyi, Queens College Lagos, Cheltenham
Ladies’ College, Cheltenham, King’s College London and Queen Mary
University of London, UK. She obtained Bachelor’s and Masters degrees in
Law from the last two institutions. She is widely read.

Review

“Kome Otobo
has written a fascinating and unique guide to the spiritual worlds of
Nigeria. This beautifully written and deeply researched book is vital
for anyone wanting a fuller understanding of the religious underpinnings
and realities of Nigerian society. It’s a must-read.”

Toby Green, Professor of Precolonial and Lusophone African History and Culture, Departments of History and Languages, Literatures and Cultures, King’s College, London, UK