ADETOKUNBO

In the Yoruba culture, the act of naming; is a ceremony closely aligned with circumstances. This reigns true for Tosin, whose middle name reflects not only the order and location of her birth, but an ancestry rooted in royalty. Listen as she fondly reflects on the story of her name, bringing to life a picture of rootedness and belonging. 

 

Topics discussed:

• Being born overseas 
• The significance of Yoruba names 
• Inspired by the book ‘Homegoing’ 

Tosin: 

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*Audio may have some distortion. Apologies in advance*