Lanrewaju Adepoju - Alagbara [2024]

: He used his art as a "newspaper for the masses," reporting on social injustice through verse. Cultural and Political Impact

In the Yoruba language, Alagbara translates to "The Powerful" or "The Mighty." Through this work, Adepoju explores the dynamic between human authority and divine sovereignty. : The fleeting nature of earthly power. Lanrewaju Adepoju - Alagbara

Released during a period of significant political upheaval in Nigeria, "Alagbara" functioned as more than just entertainment. : He used his art as a "newspaper

: The poem serves as a warning to those in power that history and God will eventually judge their actions. Lanrewaju Adepoju - Alagbara