Nigerian poet Victoria Ogunsanya celebrates Black History Month with poetry performance
By Adeola Ogunrinde
Nigerian poet and spoken-word artist, Victoria Ogunsanya, has performed her poem, Our Voices, Our Stories, at an event marking Black History Month at the University of Bradford in the United Kingdom.
The event, held on October 31, 2026, under the Open Mic Expression programme, attracted an audience comprising Africans and other attendees who gathered to celebrate Black heritage, culture and identity.
Through her performance, Ogunsanya explored themes of identity, heritage and belonging, highlighting the importance of preserving cultural histories and recognising the diverse experiences of Black people.
Titled Our Voices, Our Stories, the poem also emphasised the need to amplify underrepresented voices and create platforms for people to share stories that are often overlooked.
Her performance encouraged the audience to embrace diversity, inclusion and the power of collective expression in preserving shared histories and experiences.
The organisers, Move Right, commended Ogunsanya for her performance, describing the poem as a reflection of the values and purpose behind the annual celebration of Black History Month.
They noted that the piece captured the significance of celebrating Black history by recognising the contributions, experiences and cultural heritage of Black people.
The performance formed part of activities aimed at promoting cultural awareness, encouraging artistic expression and providing a platform for diverse voices to be heard.
