16/10/2025
Telling the Unique Story of Alaafin Sango in a book called Santa
By Oyin Olugbile
Short Bio:
Oyin Olugbile is a Nigerian author and cultural storyteller known for reimagining African myths through the lens of matriarchal power and spiritual memory. She's a social impact management consultant, educator, and writer with a background in theatre arts and leadership development. Her debut novel, "Sanya," has earned her significant recognition, including the prestigious $100,000 Nigeria Prize for Literature in 2025. Oyin is also the chief curator of The Experience Factory, an education enterprise focused on curating out-of-classroom experiences for young people, covering areas like arts, STEM, and financial literacy ¹ ².
Some of her notable works and achievements include ³ ¹ ²:
- *Novel*: "Sanya" (2025) - A mythological fiction novel that reframes the legacy of the Yoruba god Sango through a female protagonist's eyes.
- *Non-fiction book*: "The Road to Good Governance in Nigeria and Africa" (co-authored)
- *Awards*:
- *Nigeria Prize for Literature* (2025) - Won $100,000 prize for her novel "Sanya".
- *FutureEd Awards* (2023) - Winner, Best Learning Support.
- *Women Economic Forum Awards* (2023) - Winner, Iconic Women Creating a Better World for All.
- *CANEX Prize for Publishing* (2024) - Longlisted for "Sanya".
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