Babangida, Osoba, Disu lead media elites to Lagos for Vanguard Book launch, alumni reunion - ITREALMS

Members of the Vanguard Media Alumni Association are set to celebrate four decades of impactful publishing with the formal public presentation of a milestone book chronicling 40 years of the “refreshingly different” newspaper, reports ITREALMS.

The organization, comprising former staff of Vanguard Media Limited, will on Wednesday, August 19, launch “The Vanguard Chronology: 40 Years of Nigeria’s Leading Tabloid” at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, starting at 10:00 AM.

Ibadan Book Club unveils five strategic literary projects to boost reading culture - ITREALMS

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The Ibadan Book Club is set to host its annual Stakeholders' and Strategic Meeting on Saturday, June 27, 2026, marking a pivotal moment in the club’s mission to revitalize reading culture in the Oyo State capital, reports ITREALMS.

The session, which will commence at 12:00 noon at the Oyo State Library Board, opposite Cocoa House, Dugbe, is strictly reserved for the club’s patrons and registered members.

VP Shettima unveils Maj. Gen. Yusuf’s book on Northeast Counterterrorism Operations - ITREALMS

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Security experts, senior military officers, diplomats, and top government officials are set to converge in the nation's capital for the public presentation of a definitive two-volume book documenting Nigeria’s counterterrorism and counterinsurgency operations in the North-East, reports ITREALMS.

The publication, titled Counterterrorism and Counterinsurgency Operations in Northeast Nigeria, is authored by Major General Ibrahim Manu Yusuf (rtd), the former Commander of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) and past Commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA). 

AbdulRazaq, Sultan of Sokoto, Saad Abubakar, Sulu-Gambari confirmed for book unveiling on 'The Spiritual Orator' - ITREALMS

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Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON, Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar CFR and the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR have been formally invited to the unveiling of a book titled: Shaykh (Dr.) Muhammad Bashir Imam Solih OON: The Spiritual Orator.

The book launch which is scheduled to hold on Thursday 27th November 2025 at the Banquet Hall, Opposite Government House, Ilorin is the biography of Shaykh (Dr.) Muhammad Bashir Imam Solih OON, revealing his birth, career, emergence and service as the 12th Chief Imam of Ilorin and Chairman Kwara State Council of Ulama.

Bishop Kukah to headline Reuben Abati's 60th birthday, triple book launch - ITREALMS

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Bishop Mathew Hassan Kukah of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sokoto has been confirmed as the keynote speaker for the public presentation and official launch of three new books by renowned journalist, intellectual, and former Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Goodluck Jonathan, Dr. Reuben Abati, reports ITREALMS.

The notable cleric, social crusader, bridge builder, and advocate for an inclusive Nigerian democratic and economic society, will speak on the highly pertinent topic: "Nigeria: Time to Re-Load."

Girl child day: Four female writers to headline Ibadan book dialogue - ITREALMS

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The Ibadan Book Club (IBC) has announced that the October edition of its prestigious Ibadan Book Dialogue will feature four outstanding female writers; Ogbue Anwuli Temitope, Gloria James Chinemerem, Oke Inioluwa Gladys, and Esther Boluwatife Ogunleye, as headline guests. 

The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 12:00 PM in the Board Room of the Oyo State Library Board, located opposite the historic Cocoa House in Dugbe, Ibadan. 

Ibadan Book Club mourns passing of Olubadan, Oba Olakulehin - ITREALMS

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The Ibadan Book Club has expressed profound sorrow over the demise of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Akinloye Olalere Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, reports ITREALMS.

In a heartfelt statement, available to ITREALMS, the literary community in Ibadan paid tribute to the late monarch, hailing him as a royal father who cherished tradition, wisdom, and intellectual growth.

Book review by Gbenga Sesan: 'The Village Priest' authored by Remmy Nweke- ITREALMS

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... True innovation is not in abandoning our roots, but in strengthening them with new tools." - Gbenga Sesan, Executive Director, Paradigm Initiative, while reviewing The Village Priest authored by Remmy Nweke.

Good day, everyone.

Today, (19/6/25), I have the honour of reviewing The Village Priest by Remmy Nweke—a powerful narrative that weaves together history, tradition, resistance, reconciliation, and innovation, set within the verdant hills of Ilimefo, a village nestled in the heart of Igboland, where “the air was alive with the whispers of ancestors and the rhythms of tradition.”

Literary Milestone: Information Minister, NIPR President, and Others Congratulate GOCOP on book - ITREALMS

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The Minister of Information, Alhaji Mohammed Idris; former minister of information, Alhaji Lai Mohammed; Dr. Ike Neliaku, President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) and others have commended the
Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) on the launch of its maiden book, "Nigeria Media Renaissance: GOCOP Perspectives on Online Publishing."

The book was unveiled in Abuja on Tuesday as a key highlight of a fundraiser for GOCOP Media Centre, witnessed by an array of distinguished guests.

Book presentation: GOCOP to sanitize online journalism, set standards - ITREALMS

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The President of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), Ms. Maureen Chigbo, has stated that the organization's primary objective is to sanitize the online media space and establish standards for the industry. 

Speaking at the launch of GOCOP's maiden publication, "Nigeria Media Renaissance: GOCOP Perspectives on Online Publishing," and a fundraising event for the GOCOP Media Center in Abuja, Chigbo emphasized the need for collaboration with stakeholders to achieve this goal.

MIM, Information Minister to chair GOCOP book launch @Abuja - ITREALMS

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The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, is to chair the public presentation of the book Nigeria Media Renaissance: GOCOP Perspective on Online Publishing, a publication of Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), scheduled for 110am on Tuesday June 17, 2025 at the Continental Hotel, Abuja, reports ITREALMS.

President of GOCOP, Maureen Chigbo, who confirmed this development said the book presentation will be graced by eminent personalities from all walks of life, including government officials, captains of industry, media practitioners and other professionals, representatives of international organisations, directors of non-governmental organisations, among others.

Abuja to host book presentation on 'Nigeria Media Renaissance: GOCOP Perspectives on Online Publishing' June 17 - ITREALMS

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The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) has announced the public presentation of its book, Nigeria Media Renaissance: GOCOP Perspectives on Online Publishing, on Tuesday, June 17th at Abuja Continental Hotel, at 10.00am.

According to a press statement by GOCOP Publicity Secretary, Ogbuefi Remmy Nweke, this highly anticipated event promises to be a significant milestone in the literary and publishing landscape.

Book on Nigeria local content by Ezeobi debuts - ITREALMS

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A book on the Nigeria local content and stratrgic communication authored by Dr Obinna Ezeobi has made a debut, reports ITREALMS.

Ezeobi in the book titled the "Nigeria’s Local Content: A Journey of Strategic Communication and Economic Transformation”
provided detailed account of how skillful communication initiatives, stakeholders management strategies and effective collaboration among key players in the oil sector.

NCC, ALTON, MainOne back Oketola's book on tech evolution - ITREALMS

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The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission, Dr. Aminu Maida, has confirmed his participation as the immediate past Editor of The PUNCH, Dayo Oketola, launches a book on Information and Communications Technology evolution.

The book, ‘The Catalyst: Nigerian Tech Evolution Through a Journalist's Lens,’ will be launched on September 17, 2024, at an exaugural lecture to mark the end of Oketola's time as Editor, The PUNCH and celebrate his nearly 20 years in journalism and leadership practice.

Azuh Arinze's book presentation holds Monday, March 25 - ITREALMS

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The publisher and editor-in-chief of YES International! Magazine, Azuh Arinze has just rounded off work on two new books, reports ITREALMS.

Entitled Anything And Everything Journalism and My Story Of Many Colours, the first book is basically a journalism "Bible", featuring 37 accomplished journalists cutting across print, broadcast and online, who shared their success stories as well as the numerous challenges they overcame. 

He also said that the second book, My Story Of Many Colours, parades a pot pourri of experiences including the author's one-on-one encounters with the likes of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Mr. Peter Obi, Chief Anyim Pius Anyim, Senator Ken Nnamani, Senator Aminu Tambuwal, Prince Julius Adelusi-Adeluyi, Mrs. Ifueko Omoigui-Okauru, Chief Michael Olawale-Cole, Chief Michael Omolayole, Mr. Kola Abiola, among many others.

Anything And Everything Journalism has 448 pages while My Story Of Many Colours contains nearly 200 pages.

Both books will be presented to the public on Monday, March 25, 2024, at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, Kofo Abayomi Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, at 11 am.

Among the dignitaries expected are Dr. Dakuku Peterside, former DG, NIMASA (chairman); Chief Uche Nworah, Ph.D, former MD, Anambra Broadcasting Service (books' reviewer); HRM Oba Michael Odunayo Ajayi, Elerinmo of Erinmo Kingdom (Royal Father of the day); Otunba Bimbo Ashiru, Chairman, Odu'a Investment Company Nigeria Limited (books' presenter) and Lady Onyeka Onwenu, MFR, a renowned musician (mother of the day).

Also being expected are Rotarian Ify Ejezie, District Governor, Rotary International, District 9110; Rotarian Wole Kukoyi, Incoming District Governor, Rotary International, District 9111; Rotarian Femi Adenekan, Incoming District Governor, Rotary International District 9112; Rotarian Omotunde Lawson, First Female District Governor, Rotary International, District 9110; veteran broadcaster and BISCON Communications boss, Prince Bisi Olatilo; Mr. Udeme Ufot, GCEO of SO&U Advertising; Ovation International magazine publisher, Chief Dele Momodu; Encomium magazine CEO, Mr. Kunle Bakare and Dr. Tunji Olugbodi, Executive Vice Chairman, Verdant Zeal.

Equally expected are Mr. Eze Anaba, president, Nigerian Guild of Editors, Chief Christopher Isiguzo, MFR, president, Nigerian Union of Journalists, Ms Maureen Chigbo, president, Guild of Corporate Online Publishers, Chief Femi Adesina, former presidential spokesman and Mallam Ali M. Ali, MD, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), among others.

The event will be anchored by gifted comedian, Gbenga Adeyinka 1st.

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Dakuku, Ashiru, others for Azuh Arinze’s book presentation - ITREALMS

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The former Director-General (DG) of Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dakuku Peterside and chairman of Odu’a Investment Company Nigeria Limited, Otunba Bimbo Ashiru are among the dignitaries being expected at the public presentation of Azuh Arinze’s two new books, Anything And Everything Journalism and My Story Of Many Colours.

Equally being expected at the event which holds on Monday, March 25, 2024, at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, Kofo Abayomi Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, are His Royal Majesty, Oba Michael Odunayo Ajayi, Elerinmo of Erinmo Kingdom; Chief Uche Nworah, Ph.D, former MD, Anambra Broadcasting Service; Lady Onyeka Onwenu, renowned musician, politician and businesswoman; Rotarian Ify Ejezie, District Governor, Rotary International, District 9110; Rotarian Wole Kukoyi, Incoming District Governor, Rotary International, District 9111; Rotarian Femi Adenekan, Incoming District Governor, Rotary International, District 9112, and Rotarian Omotunde Lawson, First Female District Governor, Rotary International, District 9110.

Ibadan book club unveils 'Oyo Reads,' targets mini libraries - ITREALMS

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In a determined effort to foster a robust reading culture within Oyo State and its surrounding communities, the Ibadan Book Club, a distinguished affiliate of the Society of Young Nigerian Writers (SYNW) has unveiled its groundbreaking reading initiative, "Oyo Reads." This innovative project is designed to invigorate and amplify the literary landscape of Oyo State by establishing mini community libraries across various corners of the state.

Founder of the Ibadan Book Club, Wole Adedoyin, emphasized the club's commitment to promoting literacy and education within the region. "Oyo Reads is not just a project; it is a movement to ignite a passion for reading among the residents of Oyo State. We believe that fostering a culture of reading is pivotal for individual growth, community development, and societal progress," stated Adedoyin in a press statement.

Lasekan, Ogunniran headline book fiesta - ITREALMS

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The Ibadan Book Club has announced that two eminent Ibadan-based published authors, Obasola Lasekan and Olatunde Lawuyi Ogunniran, will be headlining the much-anticipated Ibadan Book Fiesta scheduled for Saturday, December 23rd, 2023, at the prestigious Oyo State Library Board premises. The event, known as the Ibadan Book Feast, will commence at 12:00 PM.

Wole Adedoyin, the founder of the Ibadan Book Club, revealed that the Ibadan Book Feast will not only showcase the literary prowess of the two distinguished authors but will also incorporate a mini novel writing and publishing workshop. Both invited guest writers will lend their expertise to this workshop, aligning with its theme.

Osoba to preside Folu Olamiti's book launch on Thursday - ITREALMS

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Veteran journalist and consummate newsman, Sir Folu Olamiti, will, on Thursday, November 30, 2023, launch his new book at the University of Ibadan International Conference Centre by 11 am.

The launching of the book will be chaired by former Governor of Ogun State, His Excellency, Aremo Olusegun Osoba, himself a doyen of journalism in Nigeria. He will be supported by the former Managing Director of Daily Times of Nigeria Chief Tola Adeniyi who incidentally wrote the forward to the book. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris Malagi, as standing in as the Special Guest of Honour.

Bookfest: Nigeria Prize for Literature, Rainbow Book Club host playwright finalists @PH - ITREALMS

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The Nigeria Prize for Literature, sponsored by Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG), and the Rainbow Book Club today in Port Harcourt, held a bookfest in honour of three shortlisted playwrights for the 2023 edition of the Prize.

The bookfest featured readings from the shortlisted plays and a session with the playwrights who participated in person or virtually.