
Abobaku’s Escape – The Novel
A man chosen to die with the king, a soul that chose to live.
I’m Demola, a project manager, developer, and author. I bring people and technology together to build things that work, then turn the interesting bits of life into stories worth telling.
A small note to self, and anyone building something that matters.\n\nUpdated whenever experience has something to say.
“Good work lives at the intersection of clear thinking, useful technology, and a little human imagination.”
A few windows into my writing desk. Lagos often makes an appearance. It has a habit of becoming the main character.

A man chosen to die with the king, a soul that chose to live.

Come along with Ade as he explores the wonderful city of Lagos.


A Street Named Ayo On a small street in Lagos, the signboard has fallen into the gutter. Again. That is […]

In the bustling streets of contemporary Lagos, among yellow danfo buses, humming generators, and the endless rhythm of neighbourhood life, […]

For the introvert project manager, this book serves as a guide to being effective while "avoiding" the people you manage.

Collection of stories from the heart of Lagos.

He was born just before the war, lost both parents to it. Now, he has vowed revenge on the country […]

For years, Ezekiel has lived with an empty room and a broken promise. When official rescue efforts for his daughter—abducted […]

Ejiro know that she wanted more than what Warri could offer. Ejiro moved to Lekki. This is her story.

A collection of short stories exploring the mystical world of Nigeria

Inspired by one of my readers, a collection of stories based on selected Yoruba proverbs.

She broke one plate. Then she crossed the entire country. Ten-year-old Amina Danjuma has a habit of treating small problems […]

This lyrical narrative chronicles the life of an African narrator who receives a profound cultural and moral education from Uncle […]

A hilarious and deeply moving tribute to youth, memory, and the brotherhood formed in the shadow of the Blue Tank.

This collection of fictional short stories highlights the chaotic, unpredictable, and humorous reality of life in Lagos, where citizens navigate […]