Ibadan Reads to Host Sulaiman Olaide Salawudeen at the March Edition

 

IBADAN READS TO HOST SULAIMAN OLAIDE SALAWUDEEN AT THE MARCH EDITION

 

Ibadan Book Club, in collaboration with the Conference of Southwest Writers, is excited to announce the upcoming edition of Ibadan Reads, featuring Mr. Sulaiman Olaide Salawudeen as the guest speaker. This event is scheduled to hold on the 25th of March, 2023, at the Oyo State Library Board, opposite Cocoa House, Ibadan, by 12 noon prompt.

The Ibadan Reads initiative is a monthly gathering that aims to promote literacy and encourage a reading culture among residents of Ibadan. The event offers a platform for book enthusiasts, writers, and literary enthusiasts to interact and exchange ideas on literature, books, and the creative industry.

The March edition of Ibadan Reads promises to be informative, educative and enlightening. Mr. Sulaiman Olaide Salawudeen, a professional Editor and renowned journalist, will be the guest speaker at the event. Mr. Salawudeen has had a successful career in journalism and civil service, having worked for various reputable media houses in the country. He is also a prolific writer and editor, with several published works to his credit.

At the event, Mr. Salawudeen will be sharing his experience as a journalist, civil servant, editor and writer. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with him, ask questions, and learn from his wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of journalism and literature.

The Ibadan Book Club is excited to host Mr. Salawudeen at the March edition of Ibadan Reads. The event promises to be an opportunity for attendees to learn from a seasoned professional in the field of journalism and literature. It will also offer attendees the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals who share a passion for books, writing and literary creativity.

The Conference of Southwest Writers is a regional network of writers, publishers, literary enthusiasts and organizations. The organization seeks to promote literary excellence, foster a reading culture, and provide a platform for the development and promotion of writers in the region. The partnership between the Conference of Southwest Writers and Ibadan Book Club is a testament to the commitment of both organizations to promoting literacy and fostering the growth of the creative industry.

The Oyo State Library Board is a state-owned institution that provides access to a vast collection of books, journals, and other resources to the public. The library is well-equipped with modern facilities, and it is a perfect venue for events such as Ibadan Reads. Attendees at the event will have access to the library's resources and services.

The Ibadan Reads initiative is open to all residents of Ibadan and the surrounding environs. It is a platform that encourages reading, critical thinking and intellectual engagement. The event is free, and attendees are encouraged to come with their friends and family members to share in the experience.

ABOUT SULAIMAN OLAIDE SALAWUDEEN

Sulaiman Olaide Salawudeen, a current assistant lecturer at the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) and a freelance writer/public commentator, transitioned into full-time journalism from a ten-year stint in the civil service. He joined The Nation newspapers, where he quickly became known as a dependable and creative news and feature writer, despite his degrees in Demography and Social Statistics (BSc) and Sociology (MSc).

During his time as a state correspondent for Ekiti, Salawudeen's unique identity in daily publications led to increased sales and acceptance of the publication, and earned him commendations from the establishment's leadership. Salawudeen's civil service background instilled in him respect for rules, obedience to leadership, and an ability to multi-task, meet tight deadlines, and submit quality copies, which became his strengths in journalism.

Salawudeen's editing and proofreading skills, as well as his ability to match expression and intention, have won him the trust and confidence of colleagues and stakeholders across society. His civil service experience involved groundbreaking submissions that remedied the lives of career officers in various ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs), reflecting his stand on probity, accountability, and promptness in delivering assigned duties.

Today, despite being a full-time Sociology lecturer, Salawudeen's concerns for the public have kept him close to journalism, where he provides mordant comments on issues of national and international interest. His essays reflect his humanist, idealist, and activist worldview, with distinct aspects of his personality and empathy for the generality radiating through his messages with admirable candour.

Salawudeen's versatility in worded engagements has attracted plaudits from professional colleagues and notable political figures, making him the recipient of ordinarily classified information. His vision is to be part of a select alliance to forge a new phase of socio-political and economic relationships that will truly accommodate all, and his mission is to assert relevance in specific areas of legitimate human endeavour in harmony with timeless virtues of equity, efficiency, and transparency.