Lagos To London - The Novel

A tale of two Nigerian students Remi Coker and Nnamdi Okonkwo from different backgrounds who leave the shores of Nigeria full of hope to further their education abroad. Remi from the prestigious Coker family is expected to return home after her law degree to run the family law firm and Nnamdi, frustrated by the federal university strikes plans to escape Nigeria and never return.

The story follows their journey of newfound freedom, self-discovery, hope, unexpected turns, lessons, and the realities of life in the United Kingdom.

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About the Author

Lola is a Digital and Innovation specialist with over 14 years of experience in the industry. She started her career as a software engineer at Investec Asset Management, London where she was responsible for the development of digital solutions in the asset management portfolio. Since then, she has worked in various capacities across different roles in the financial services industry in Europe and Africa at companies including Dresdner Klienwort, Commerzbank and BNP Paribas.

Lola Aworanti-Ekugo

WHY YOU SHOULD READ THIS BOOK

Book Reviews

The book reinforced the fact that as an individual, you must know your path and follow it through. Our paths are different regardless of how close we might be. I find it interesting how the writer was able to paint that our dreams are valid.

Ezekiel Adesawe - Founder/CEO Tour NetAfrica

Originality. This book L to L is a perfect blend of the intersectionality and nuances of life as a Lagosian and life as a Londonian which are well displayed through its characters.

Reality. To a neutral audience, I think this book clearly shows that life is not always greener on the other side e.g abroad – life is exactly what you make of it wherever you may be.

Fostering openness. This book encourages better interactions between parents and their children which helps them make informed and guided decisions throughout life, which is a win-win in the end.

Daniel Arubayi - Researcher at Fairwork Foundation

This was an easy and interesting read. The writer is able to draw the readers into the lives of the characters and keep you invested in their trajectories. A pageturner with life lessons!”

Chibuike Ekugo - AML Analyst