The Nigeria International Book Fair, scheduled to take place from the 10th to the 13th of May, 2023, promises to be an exciting event with the presence of distinguished guests such as Dr Adamu Adamu, Honourable Minister of Education, Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, the Executive Secretary of Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Prof. Chinwe Veronica Anunobi, the Chief Executive Officer of the National Library of Nigeria (NLN), Arc. Sunny S.T. Echono, the Executive Secretary of Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND), Mrs Folashade Omobola Adefisayo, the Lagos State Commissioner of Education, Prof. Lilian Salami, the Vice Chancellor of University of Benin, Prof. Ismail Junaidu, the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Educational Research & Development Council (NERDC), Dr. John Asein, the Director General of the Nigerian Copyright Commission, and Mr Dare Oluwatuyi, Chairman of the Nigeria Book Fair Trust (NBFT).
The theme for this year’s event, “The Role of a Functional National Book Policy in the African Book Ecosystem,” is a crucial topic, given the current state of book policies in Africa. The distinguished guests will undoubtedly share their thoughts and ideas on the importance of a functional book policy and how it can improve the book ecosystem in Nigeria and Africa at large.
Dr Adamu Adamu, the Honourable Minister of Education, will be a keynote speaker at the event, and his presence will undoubtedly bring value to the discussion. As the Minister of Education, he has a deep understanding of the importance of books in education, and his insights will be valuable in shaping the discussion at the event.
Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, the Executive Governor of Lagos State, will also be present at the event. Lagos State is a significant player in the Nigerian book industry, with several notable publishers and bookstores located in the state. The governor’s presence at the event highlights the importance of the book industry in Lagos State and Nigeria as a whole.
Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, the Executive Secretary of Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), is a distinguished scholar with years of experience in the education sector. His insights on the role of a functional book policy in improving basic education in Nigeria will be invaluable to the discussion at the event.
Prof. Chinwe Veronica Anunobi, the Chief Executive Officer of the National Library of Nigeria (NLN), is a seasoned librarian and educator. She brings a wealth of experience to the event and will undoubtedly share insights on the role of libraries in the book ecosystem.
Arc. Sunny S.T. Echono, the Executive Secretary of Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND), will bring his expertise in the funding of tertiary education in Nigeria to the discussion. His insights on the importance of funding the book industry in Nigeria will be crucial in shaping the direction of the discussion at the event.
Mrs Folashade Omobola Adefisayo, the Lagos State Commissioner of Education, is responsible for the administration of education in Lagos State. Her insights on the role of a functional book policy in improving education in Lagos State will be valuable to the discussion at the event.
Prof. Lilian Salami, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin, brings her wealth of experience in academia to the event. Her insights on the role of books in research and the development of the Nigerian education sector will be invaluable.
Prof. Ismail Junaidu, the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Educational Research & Development Council (NERDC), is another prominent figure who will be speaking at the event. NERDC is responsible for the development of the national curriculum for basic and secondary education in Nigeria, and Prof. Junaidu’s insights into the role of the curriculum in the African book ecosystem will be of immense value.
Dr John Asein, the Director General of the Nigerian Copyright Commission, will also be speaking at the book fair. Dr Asein’s insights into the role of copyright in the African book ecosystem will be eagerly awaited.
The book fair will feature various activities such as book exhibitions, panel discussions, book launches, and cultural performances. It will provide an opportunity for participants to interact with authors, publishers, and other stakeholders in the book industry. The fair will also provide a platform for networking and forging partnerships that will promote the development of the book industry in Nigeria.
The Nigeria International Book Fair is an event that should not be missed by anyone interested in promoting literacy, education, and development in Nigeria.
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