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Exploring African Futurism in Nigerian Literature
The chapter delves into the prevalence of African futurism in Nigeria, focusing on the city of Lagos and the influence of colonial history on speculative fiction writing. Nigerian writers express frustration at the lack of representation and the need to explain African contexts in their stories. They highlight the importance of African futurism in shaping policy, influencing societal viewpoints, and sparking new ideas.