"Oil on Water" by Helon Habila is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores the devastating impact of oil exploration on the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. The story follows two journalists, Rufus and Zaq, as they embark on a perilous journey to find a kidnapped British oil worker. Along the way, they witness the environmental degradation, corruption, and violence that plague the region.
Through lyrical prose and poignant storytelling, Habila sheds light on the complex issues surrounding oil extraction, highlighting the struggles of the local communities and the complicity of government and corporate interests. "Oil on Water" is a gripping and timely novel that raises important questions about the cost of oil and the human toll of environmental degradation.