In the restless streets of Lagos, where dawn breaks with sirens and secrets, Detective Kunle Adebayo learns that every case begins too late unless you arrive early. From a politician’s staged suicide to a market woman’s silent protest turned deadly, Early: The Lagos Files weaves five interlocked investigations that expose the fragile line between justice and survival. Each chapter unearths the moral stains of a nation at war with itself told in a raw, human voice that feels more confession than fiction.
Cynthia Odumade is a Nigerian storyteller, writer, and observer of human emotions. Her work explores the quiet corners of everyday life — love, betrayal, healing, and the choices that shape who we become.
With a voice that blends realism and empathy, Cynthia writes stories that feel intimate yet universal, often revealing the things people feel but rarely say out loud. Her narratives are deeply rooted in African realities, capturing the poetry, contradictions, and beauty of ordinary moments.View all by Cynthia Odumade