Helon Habila
Nigerian novelist and poet
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Summary
Helon Habila was born on January 1, 1967[1], in Kaltungo[2]. He has worked as a poet[3], writer[4], and university teacher[5]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (176 views/month, #7,282 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Date of birth: November 1967[7]
- Country of citizenship: Nigeria[8]
- Ethnic group: Tangale[9]
- Employer: George Mason University[10], Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi[11], University of East Anglia[12], Bard College[13]
- Educated at: University of East Anglia[14], University of Jos[15]
- Notable work: Waiting for an Angel[16], Oil on Water[17]
- Award received: Caine Prize[18], Windham–Campbell Literature Prizes[19]
- Sex or gender: male[20]
- Commons category: Helon Habila[21]
- Family name: Helon[22]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[23], Nigerian Pidgin[24]
- Writing language: English[25]
Why It Matters
Helon Habila has Wikipedia articles in 8 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[26] He is known by 10 alternative names across languages and contexts.[27]
FAQs
Where was Helon Habila born?
Helon Habila was born in Kaltungo[2].
What did Helon Habila do for work?
Helon Habila worked as a poet[3], writer[4], and university teacher[5].
Where did Helon Habila go to school?
Helon Habila was educated at University of East Anglia[14] and University of Jos[15].
What awards did Helon Habila receive?
Honors received include Caine Prize[18] and Windham–Campbell Literature Prizes[19].