Isong, Anietie

News at Noon (Jacaranda)

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ISBN 13:: 9781913090821
author:: Isong, Anietie
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Jacaranda Books Art Music Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2022
Pages:: 256
Dimensions:: 21.4 x 13.4 x 2.2 centimetres (0
Genre:: Fiction & Literature, Humorous, Belletristik,
Condition:: New
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£15.32

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News at Noon is a satirical novel that explores the challenges faced by journalists in Nigeria as they navigate the spread of misinformation and corruption. When a sick man arrives from a neighbouring country, he becomes Nigeria's first Ebola case-patient zero, sparking a media frenzy.

The story follows Ifiok and his colleagues as they try to raise awareness about the pandemic while battling against hysteria, misinformation, and denial. As they work to support health workers and share information, they must also contend with personal struggles, including love lives complicated by family expectations.

This humorous and thought-provoking novel examines the complexities of professional ethics in a society where charisma often trumps honesty. With its engaging narrative and timely themes, News at Noon is a compelling read for anyone interested in satire and contemporary Nigerian life.

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