Umar Abubakar Sidi

The books in the video: The Parlour Wife by @foagbaje Synopsis (credit: Google): With the announcement of World War Two and a change that sends shockwaves through her family, Kehinde is forced to put aside her dreams of writing and become the third wife of Mr Ogunjobi. Kehinde makes her peace by selling snacks at a small market. When she gets the chance to assist the leader of the Lagos Market Women’s Association, fighting for the rights the British are trying to take away, Kehinde finally feels useful again. But if her husband finds out he’ll abandon her. Can Kehinde find the courage to fight for herself and the other women of Lagos? Or will she remain a caged bird, a parlour wife, forever. A poignant story of a young Nigerian woman, living with the consequences of a war her country didn’t choose. The incredible dreams of Garba Dakaskus by @umar_sidi11 Synopsis (credit: Google): It follows a librarian named Garba Dakaskus, who resides in a Sokoto madhouse and believes a secret organization is hunting him for his knowledge of a 1,000-year-old manuscript, “A Guide to the Secrets of the Alphabet”. An abundance of scorpions by @hismel Synopsis (credit: Google): Following a horrific tragedy, Tambay leaves Kano for Accra to live with her brother, Aminu. Sadly, her dream of a new beginning is dashed when she can no longer endure the indignity she suffers at the hands of her brother’s new wife. Tambaya returns to northern Nigeria and soon finds work as a matron in an orphanage, under the watchful eye of the ruthless Miss Scholastica. Just when she begins to settle into her new life, an unexpected visit threatens to destroy everything she has worked so hard to build. Tambaya faces moral dilemmas on all sides, but she must stop her life from unravelling once again. Vulnerable, and surrounded by malice, corruption and greed, Tambaya struggles to shape her destiny. An Abundance of Scorpions charts one woman’s journey through grief and uncertainty to a road that leads to self-discovery, redemption and love. #bookrecommedations #africanliterature #nigerianauthors #bookreviewers #nigerianliterature

Leaving for Spain now and The Incredible Dreams of Garba Dakaskus by @umar_sidi11 is my book companion — a fantastical read that belongs in the land of Lorca, Dali, and Picasso — published by @masobebooksng . Already getting compliments on my read from airport staff. Let's showcase Africa's greatness when we travel. #OriginNigeria

In this interview at #akefest25, author of two poetry collections Umar Abubakar Sufi ( @umar_sidi11 ) shares what reclaiming truth means to him and the truths he has learned to accept. #akefestival #reclaimingtruth

With F.S Bala – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉

🔊 GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT Umar Abubakar Sidi @umar_sidi11 is the author of the poetry collections The Poet of Dust and Like Butterflies Scattered About by Art Rascals, as well as the novel The Incredible Dreams of Garba Dakaskus. His work primarily explores the body, soul, and spirit through Sufi and Surrealist perspectives #reclaimingtruth #akefest25

Mark your calendars! The Incredible Dreams of Garba Dakaskus is coming to Ibadan this September! Come listen to Umar Abubakar Sidi read from his book in an evening of literary fun. Hosted by Tade Ipadeola. Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025 Time: from 3pm Venue: Roving Heights, Prime Mall, Old Bodija, Ibadan Do come with your friends, promises to be memorable.

Lagos!!!!!!!!! You did this one. We say a BIG THANK YOU to everyone who came out for the reading and conversation of The Incredible Dreams of Garba Dakaskus. Your presence, your energy, your questions, and your support made the event truly special. Events like these remind us of the magic that happens when readers and writers come together. Nothing beats that! Special thanks to our host, @tahirah_as , and to @rovingheights for providing such a vibrant space. The journey doesn’t end here. The Incredible Dreams of Garba Dakaskus is still out in all bookstores across Nigeria. Go grab your copy NOW!!!! #letusread #masobebooks #masobebookscommunity

Lagos, we can’t wait to see you tomorrow! Tell someone, to tell someone, we will know who GARBA DAKASKUS is by the end of the book reading with @umar_sidi11 See you soon! Slide 2 contains all the details. #letusread #masobebooks #masobebookscommunity

WHO IS GARBA DAKASKUS????? Join us this Saturday, September 5th as we bombard @umar_sidi11 with all the Questions about his fantastical novel, The Incredible Dreams Of Garba Dakaskus. I dun book my flight!!!! See you in Lagos ooo. #ikegod #theincredibledreamsofgarbadakaskus #bookreview #bookstagram

Let’s go for a book reading 📚👏🏽 Check flier for more details. See ya! 🤗🤗 📖 The Incredible Dreams of Garba Dakaskus by Umar Abubakar Sidi @umar_sidi11 #bookreading #bookevent #bookstagramnigeria #readingcommunity #fyp

@masobebooksng invites you to a Book Reading & Conversation with award-winning poet and author @umar_sidi11 , as he discusses his brilliant work, The Incredible Dreams of Garba Dakaskus. Hosting the conversation is @tahirah_as , who will guide us through an engaging dialogue about all the layers and themes the book addresses. Date: September 6th Time: 3 PM Venue: Roving Heights Bookstore, Landmark Centre, Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in one of the most thought-provoking books in Nigeria, meet the author, and connect with fellow book lovers! Please, spread the word! #Letusread #Masobebooks #masobebookscommunity

The Incredible Dreams of Garba Dakasus is coming to Lagos! Join Umar Abubakar Sidi for an evening of reading from his novel The Incredible Dreams of Garba Dakasus. Date: Saturday, 6th September, 2025 Venue: Rovingheights Bookstore, Landmark Center, Victoria Island Time: from 3pm. Come with your friends. See you there!