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Every Yoruba book offers a journey through lessons that shape character and build resilience. These stories reveal how hard work can overcome poverty, how respect strengthens relationships, and how courage unlocks new opportunities. Rich in cultural detail and powerful morals, Yoruba literature shows the heart of our communities and the strength found in unity. Sharing these stories ensures that our language and values continue to thrive for generations to come.
Okele Gbigbe, a classic Yoruba book written from the stable of Kolawole Adeyemo. This book’s first edition was released in the year 2020. The core moral of this story book is about self-satisfaction and contentment. Layi, who was one of the major characters in Okele Gbigbe was doing extremely well in his chosen profession and things was going smoothly.
Later on, he thought of traveling overseas, which made him sold all his properties and belongings. Unfortunately, this was the beginning of his predicament. Find out what later became of Layi and how he was able to navigate life’s challenges thereafter in the book titled “Okele Gbigbe” by Kolawole Adeyemo.
Below are some of the characters featured in this book
1) Jumoke
2) Layi
3) Pelewura
4) Iyiola
5) Jeje
6) Alabi
FACTS & FIGURE
Book Name: Okele Gbigbe
Author: Kolawole Adeyemo
Genre: Drama
Language: Yoruba
Book Page: 100
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