John 'Dare Okafor was born in Lagos, Nigeria. He is an enthusiast of African fictional and poetic works. His literary works are a mirror of societal ills and the experiences of his sojourn through life. Some of his works have appeared in Kalahari Review and other online literary platforms.
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He is an alumnus of the SprinNG Writing Fellowship - Cohort Four. He is currently studying at the University of Ibadan for a B.Ed. in Counseling Psychology.