By Toochi Ejiofor
Edited by Sunkanmi Adewunmi
The festive season is here, and what better way to enjoy it than a good book? Nigerian authors have been delivering festive tales full of romance, family drama, and a touch of magic that capture the spirit of Christmas in unforgettable ways.
Here’s a selection of Nigerian Christmas novels you should read this festive season:
A Christmas Miracle – By Amaka Azie
Augusta’s anxiety is at an all-time high as she faces a divorce court date, just seven months after serving her husband, Obinna Ilonze, with papers. Unknown to him, she is heavily pregnant; a secret that threatens to upend everything. Obinna struggles to come to terms with the situation while Augusta wonders if he will recognize the miracle unfolding before them. This festive romance explores second chances, forgiveness, and the unexpected joys that can arrive just in time for Christmas.
A Very Gidi Christmas – By Tomilola Coco Adeyemo
Biodun ‘BG’ Gomez faces a challenging Christmas in Lagos. Her rent is overdue, her job as an OAP at Reel FM is uncertain, and the man she secretly crushes on, sees her only as a friend. Enter Kunle Bakare, a former lady-killer turned C-suite executive hopeful, whose ambitions collide with a secret from twelve years ago. As past mistakes resurface, both their careers and hearts hang in the balance.
A Family for Christmas – By Amaka Azie
When a viral online scandal threatens Gloria Alor’s father’s presidential aspirations, she escapes to her grandmother’s home in Enugu to keep a low profile over the holidays. But the community holds unexpected challenges, including the sexy, single father next door, Ebuka Nweke, who is juggling full custody of his son while dealing with his own personal dilemmas. As the festive season unfolds, Gloria and Ebuka must navigate misunderstandings, family drama, and the delicate path toward romance.
A Nollywood Christmas – By Tomilola Coco Adeyemo
Anu Fashoranti is tasked with managing her network’s first Christmas blockbuster in Ibadan, despite returning to the city of her worst memories. Chaos ensues with clashing egos, production mishaps, and a leading man who threatens to disrupt both her work and heart. Tai Smith, her co-star, complicates things further with a night of forbidden passion, making Anu question the rules she’s lived by. Packed with drama, romance, and the hustle of Nollywood, this festive novel captures the excitement and messy magic of Christmas both on and off the screen.
Source: Rovingheights & Masobe
