CONSPIRACY OF LAGOS

“Hey, Word Man!” Jimmy greeted Thomas as the team convened in the sound-proof room, or ‘SPR’ as he now called it. “It looks like you’re back in the Chief’s good books.” Thomas laughed. “Thanks,” he replied,...

Professor Aditti Lawrence was a fashionable politician among Lagos’s most elite population. He had established strong connections with CEOs, especially those of the multinational companies. Wealthy individuals found they benefited greatly from Aditti’s initiatives which...

“Congratulations gentlemen!” Kenny the Boss praised the men who were once again gathered around the table in the sound-proofed room. “Our last mission was an outstanding success. Your skilful implementation is to be commended. It...

“Settle down, gentleman. We have an intricate plan to discuss.” Kenny’s booming voice, as well as his massive physical presence standing at the head of the table, brought the room full of rowdy men to...

“Nice digs. I guess you don’t have any trouble paying the rent.” Kenny laughed as Thomas’s eyes scanned the comfortably furnished flat. “I don’t pay rent,” he replied. “I collect it.” Thomas turned around quickly in surprise....

Mani’s home, with metal grids across the windows and peeling paint, did not appear very different from the other rundown shanties that cluttered the streets. On the inside, however, Mani had created a comfortable place...