HIASFEST LITERARY PANEL: Nigerian Poetry: Where do we stand in terms of production? Are contemporary poets living up to their artistic expectations?

Date: 6/1/2024 Panelists:  Discussion Ojo Olumide Emmanuel:  Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. We have Nasiba Babale who is a poet, you are welcome. We have Mr. Victor Akwu Eneojo who is a poet and critic, you are welcome sir. While we wait for other panelists, the theme of this discussion is Nigerian Poetry: Where do…

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SHOULD NLNG’S NIGERIA PRIZE FOR LITERATURE BE A SINGLE WIN OR A MULTIPLE WIN?

(A Hill-Top Creative Arts Foundation’s HIASFEST Monthly Literary Panel Discussion on topical literary issues in Nigeria) Olumide Ojo Emmanuel:  Good afternoon. It is humbling to have you on this HIASFEST Monthly Panel Discussion 2024. I am excited that we are all here already. My co-curator, Ibraheem Uthman, is also with me. I can see Dr….

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Abubakar Imam

Abubakar Imam, a luminary of Nigerian literature, a visionary journalist, and an influential political figure, remains indelible in the annals of Nigerian history. Born in the serene town of Kagara, near Minna, Niger State, his life’s journey traversed the realms of creativity, intellect, and public service, leaving an enduring mark on his society. Imam’s intellectual…

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