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O Lewu – Yoruba Drama on Danger, Culture, and Bravery

Among the Yoruba, storytelling has always been a great practice — and books have taken that tradition to new heights. Yoruba books blend old wisdom with creative imagination, offering readers a path to learn about themselves, their environment, and the spiritual world around them. Authors don’t just write for amusement; they write with intention — to protect the Yoruba language, to mirror the society, and to leave behind a legacy. These books are classrooms on paper, where morals are taught through engaging plots and lifelike characters.

ABOUT THE BOOK - SUMMARY

O lewu (Too Dangerous) is a Yoruba book that celebrate culture. The story line was very interesting, and the book was written by two popular authors – Jimo Aliu and Sunday Eso-Oluborode. The first edition of O Lewu was released into the public in the year 2000. The book was a drama series, featuring different characters like Seun, Atolagbe, Foluso and many more. It teaches contentment and being courageous in one’s endeavor. Other books by Sunday Eso Oluborode includes Olorunsogo etc
O Lewu by Jimoh Aliu, Sunday Eso Oluborode

CHARACTERS FEATURED IN O L'EWU

Below are some of the characters featured in this book
1) Seun
2) Dapo
3) Foluso
4) Arewa
5) Mama Bose
6) Kola
7) Olori Ebi
8) Wale
9) Bolatito

FACTS & FIGURE
Book Name: O L’ewu (Too Dangerous)
Author: Jimoh Aliu and Sunday Eso-Oluborode
Genre:  Drama
Language: Yoruba
Book Page: 121

DO YOU KNOW WE CAN READ THIS BOOK FOR YOU FREE OF CHARGE?

Imagine being able to choose the next Yoruba book the world listens to — that’s what Akagbadun offers. It’s a show powered by the people and designed to give everyone access to legendary Yoruba books. Our showcase video on YouTube highlights a variety of books across genres — drama, prose, and more. Your task is simple: comment your favourite title, and the book with the highest mention becomes our next reading project. This initiative brings education and culture together in one platform — and you’re invited.

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