Moria’s Scar
MORIA’S SCAR
“The storyline is very plausible, and I found myself wanting to read the next chapter…” — Allan C., Australia
Click to read What Readers Are Saying ★★★★★Meet the Author: Bimbo Bakare
Oluwaseun “Bimbo” Bakare is a passionate storyteller, world traveler, and keen observer of the human experience. Born and raised in Nigeria, his innate curiosity and “wanderlust spirit” were sharpened by extensive international experience with one of the world’s topmost global companies, leading him to consider himself a citizen of the world.
The Wanderlust Spirit
Inspired by the legacy of 14th-century Moroccan explorer Ibn Battuta, Bimbo documents his journeys to provide valuable cultural insights. He is the author of the upcoming two-part travelogue series, Crossing Borders and Adventure Beckons: Australia from an African’s Eyes, chronicling his personal journey through the Australian outback and North-West region.
A Legacy of Resilience & Recognition
Bimbo’s writing is driven by a deep appreciation for diversity, showing that while we are all different, at our core, we are still the same.
A 2025 recipient of the Caruso Writers-in-Residence Award, he spent two weeks at the Katherine Susan Pritchard Writers’ Centre finalizing the manuscript for Moria’s Scar.
A Note on Literary License
While Moria’s Scar is deeply rooted in the soil of the 1968–1969 Agbekoya Uprising, it is first and foremost a work of historical fiction. I have chosen to embrace the full breadth of literary licensure to weave a narrative that prioritises emotional truth and the pursuit of an engaging story over a strictly factual reconstruction of events. Readers should understand that the dialogue, certain character arcs, and specific plot developments are creative imaginings designed to entertain and provoke thought, rather than to serve as an assertive historical record. My goal is to illuminate the spirit of that era through the lens of Moria’s journey, rather than to claim absolute historical correctness for every detail contained within these pages.
Perth (Pamela Watson) Review
This is an intelligent and ambitious novel. Its greatest strength lies in its refusal to simplify. It resists the easy narrative of blame and instead presents a world of overlapping pressures and imperfect actors, many of whom exhibit both good and bad traits and actions.
View Full Speech (Link is Clickable)✨ Introduction
Step into the compelling world of Moria’s Scar: Agbekoya Uprising, a gripping novel by Bimbo Bakare that masterfully blends personal trauma with the turbulent socio‑political history of Western Nigeria in the late 1960s.
The story follows Moria, a successful realtor in America, who is forced to confront the deeply buried wounds of her youth after a life‑altering encounter.
Experience the Journey
Explore the exclusive samplers and historical snapshots previously shared with our select audiences.
Read the SamplersIn The Headlines
In Moria’s Scar, Bakare revisits tax trauma of Agbekoya farmers’ revolt
Each part of the book communicates deep message that relates with struggles that shaped individual existence. He added that the book was documented to retell Nigeria’s history in a way younger generations, especially those in the diaspora, can relate to.
Increasing Taxes During Hardship May Breed Social Unrest
A deep analysis of how the historical lessons in Moria's Scar serve as a warning for contemporary Nigerian tax policy.
As Nigeria Debates Tax Reforms, Moria’s Scar Revives Lessons From Agbekoya
Highlighting the book's role in the current national debate on economic resilience and grassroots resistance.
Bakare Unveils Moria’s Scar: A Novel Inspired By Agbekoya Uprising
An exclusive look into the launch event and the author's mission to preserve the memory of Nigeria's historic cocoa farmers.
Book on Agbekoya uprising unveiled
Political decisions are influenced by foreign parties and business interests coming into the economy to destabilise it. For personal gain, some groups capitalise on this, and we still see it happening very much in our economy today.
Acquire the Work
Secure your copy of the 2025 Caruso writer's historical narrative and exclusive launch merchandise.
A softcover edition of the definitive Agbekoya Uprising story. Finalized at the Katherine Susan Pritchard Writers’ Centre.
Limited edition T-Shirts (₦15k), Commemorative Bags (₦15k), and Caps (₦7k).
🧭 Scenes from Moria's Scar
The Journey on a Mother’s Back
....a young lady, in her early 20s, tied her newborn son to her back and made the long journey from Ode-Ekiti to Elekuro, Ibadan. She arrived minutes after the Agbekoya protesters had left, barraging the household. The household, gripped by fear, left her knocks unanswered......This book is the fruit of the resilience that lady carried on her back that day
I wrote Moria’s Scar because the Agbekoya Uprising—a moment when ordinary people said "enough"—has been relegated to the footnotes of history. I wanted to pull those footnotes into the light. I wanted to explore how international power plays and boardrooms in faraway nations leave lasting marks on the bodies and souls of people like Moria.
We are not just launching a book; we are reopening a conversation. We want to recognise our past, take the good, and ensure the next generation does not have to repeat the lessons history so eagerly teaches us.
Bimbo Bakare
Author of Moria’s Scar
34 CITIES | 9 COUNTRIES
Nigeria •
Ghana •
Ivory Coast •
UK •
Congo •
Vietnam •
Switzerland •
USA •
Australia
🧭 Why You Should Read This Book
- A deeply emotional character journey blended with historical events.
- A rare exploration of the Agbekoya Uprising through fiction.
- Vivid depictions of Nigerian landscapes and socio‑political dynamics.
- Themes of identity, justice, exile, corruption, and personal rebirth.
- Written with cultural depth by Nigerian author and world traveller Bimbo Bakare, whose storytelling illuminates shared human experiences.
📚 Book Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Moria’s Scar: Agbekoya Uprising |
| Author | Bimbo Bakare |
| Format | Kindle Edition & Paperback |
| Publication Date | 24 October 2025 (Kindle) / 23 November 2025 (Paperback) |
| Print Length | 227 pages (Kindle) |
| Publisher | Erinkitola (Kindle) |
| ISBN | 978‑0645201826 (Kindle) |
| ISBN‑13 | 979-8271019906 (Paperback) |
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Thank you sincerely for your generosity — every contribution makes a meaningful difference.
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Global Momentum
Relive the energy from our Premiere at the Chevron Club, Lagos.
"A night of history, culture, and high-stakes conversation. Now, the journey continues with you."
And at the State Library, Perth, it was a mixed-audience of lovers of good stories
Dr. Owolabi Elijah Jarrett
The Preview is loaded, coupled with the listed questions which prepared minds to unviel the full Book. H… I can’t wait to comprehensively read this “Moria’s Scar.
bimbo
Thank you Dr Jarrett. Looking forward to your presence at the launching
Bakare Adewale Daniel
This book already promises something truly special. Moria’s Scar feels rich with depth, emotion, and purpose—woven with courage, history, and the quiet strength of resilience. The storytelling draws you in and leaves you eager to uncover every layer of Moria’s journey. Huge commendation to the writer for crafting a story that feels both powerful and deeply human. We honestly can’t wait to read the full book and experience the complete journey. Bravo—this is a story worth telling and worth reading. 📖✨
bimbo
Adewale, thank you for the comment The book is now available. Either directly from the author or from Amazon.com, make a pick