Dear Esteemed Readers,
Welcome to the captivating world of CỌ́N-SCÌÒ!
In the June 2024 issue, titled PARRHESIA, we delve into the rich tapestry of voices, perspectives, and creativity. Our spotlight is on Iquo DianaAbasi, a distinguished Nigerian storyteller, performance poet, and editor. A remarkably talented artist, her repertoire spans prose, poetry, and scripts for both radio and screen. In an exclusive interview, Iquo shares insights into her books, accolades, and the profound themes that infuse her writing.
But that’s not all! Our contributors and editors have woven an intricate fabric of literary and visual artistry. The PARRHESIA issue offers the evocative verses of Grace Orobosa, Owólolá Àjúlékún, Igbokwe Roseline, Sa’ada Isa Yahaya, Osho Tunde Matthew, Chidera Udochukwu, Ivan De Monbrison, and Adeniran Abdbasit Adeyemi; moments of beauty and introspection through the photography of Donato Cinicolo, Luper Aluga, and a few glimpses from my collection; fascinating storytelling from Brigitte Poirson, Popoola Ololade Aderemi, Aminata Talawally, and Jola Praise Ademola.; and inspiring essays by Moses Eduek, Jide Badmus, Michael Chukwuka, and Donato Cinicolo.
And there’s more! My essay, ‘Childhood Trauma & Creativity: Navigating the Ethical Tightrope of Personal Writing,’ delves into the delicate balance between authentic expression and respecting the privacy of those who shaped our past experiences.
As you turn these pages, you will find diverse themes stitched together to take you on a journey—transported on the wings of parrhesia in words, images, and emotions. We invite you to reflect and engage and hope the rhythm of our collective spirit guides you across landscapes both familiar and uncharted.
Our gratitude extends to all our contributors, past and present, for entrusting us with their stories. The call for submissions for our next issue beckons, and we invite you to continue weaving this literary tapestry with us—one stitch, one word, one image at a time.
Creatively yours, with heartfelt gratitude and boundless anticipation,
Kukogho Iruesiri Samson,
Editor-in-Chief
