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Wole Olayinka

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Wole Olayinka is a Nigerian-born writer and storyteller whose body of work includes fiction, essays, journalism, and narrative nonfiction. After moving to Canada for further studies, he earned an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of British Columbia, focusing on identity and belonging in his thesis novel, "Fellowship of the Tree." His writing has been featured in prominent publications such as The Globe and Mail and The Guardian (Nigeria). With a background in law and communications, Olayinka blends legal reasoning and narrative depth, offering insights into cultural identity and the human experience. He founded Kurating, a platform promoting Nigerian artistry. Olayinka's storytelling reflects deep connections to everyday life and significant cultural questions, appealing to a diverse readership across Africa and beyond.

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Update Feb 17, 2025

Lam Shamseya: Amina Khalil’s New Thriller Explores a Vital Social Issue This Ramadan

United Media Services company has released the official promo for the series “Lam Shamseya”, starring Amina Khalil, which is set to premiere during the upcoming Ramadan drama season. The promo is filled with suspense and mystery, featuring most of the main cast, including Amina Khalil, Ahmed El-Saadany, Mohamed Shahin, Yousra El Lozy and Yasmina El-Abd. “Lam Shamseya” is written by Mariam Naoum, directed by Karim El-Shenawy, and produced by Media Hub – Saadi & Gohar. The series stars Amina Khalil, Ahmed El-Saadany, Mohamed Shahin, Yosra El Lozy, Tharaa Goubail, Aseel Omran, Safaa El-Toukhy, Yasmina El-Abd, and several other actors. The series tackles an important social issue that has sparked public debate in recent years—child abuse. It presents the topic within an awareness-driven social framework. Amina Khalil plays Nelly, a kindergarten teacher at an international school.

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