NIBF 2023: NBFT Reels Out Programme of Events

 

NIBF 2023: NBFT REELS OUT PROGRAMME OF EVENTS

 

By: Wole Adedoyin

 

The Nigeria International Book Fair 2023 is set to hold from May 10 to May 13, 2023. The theme for this year's event is "The Role of a Functional National Book Policy in the African Book Ecosystem." The event promises to be exciting and educative with several programs of events lined up for participants.

 

The Opening Ceremony and International Conference will hold on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, from 10 a.m. The conference will focus on the role of a functional national book policy in the African book ecosystem. The conference promises to bring together professionals in the publishing industry, academics, and policymakers to discuss critical issues that affect the book industry in Africa. The conference will feature presentations, panel discussions, and keynote addresses by renowned speakers.

 

The Awards Ceremony will hold on the same day, Wednesday, May 10, 2023, from 5.00 pm. The awards ceremony will recognize and celebrate authors, publishers, and other stakeholders in the book industry who have contributed significantly to the growth and development of the industry. The awards are, Life Time Awards - for those that have contributed significantly to the Book and Education industry.

 

They could be authors, Publishers, Booksellers, Librarian, Printers, Literary giants, Academia, etc. Corporate Awards - corporate organisations that have contributed to Education and book development.  Banks, Communication companies, Oil and Gas, corporate business organisations, etc. Government Agencies that are established to support education and book development and that are performing the task well will also be awarded.

 

The awards ceremony promises to be a glamorous event, and participants will have the opportunity to network with other stakeholders in the industry.

 

The Tertiary Education Summit will hold on Thursday, May 11, 2023, from 10 a.m. The summit will focus on fresh ideas for overhauling Nigeria's tertiary education complex. The summit promises to bring together stakeholders in the education sector, including policymakers, educators, and students, to discuss critical issues affecting tertiary education in Nigeria. Participants will have the opportunity to share their ideas and experiences and learn from other stakeholders in the industry.

 

The Children's Programmes and School Competitions will be held from Wednesday, May 10, to Friday, May 12, 2023. The children's programs will feature storytelling sessions, book readings, and other fun-filled activities designed to promote reading culture among children. The school competitions will feature quiz competitions, spelling bees, and other educational activities aimed at promoting academic excellence among students.

 

There will be prizes to be won by participating schools and Children. Schools are therefore expected to register their pupils and students in advance for the competition they are interested in. 

 

Activities and their class range include: Maths Quiz - Senior Primary, Spelling Bee - Senior Primary, Chess Game -JSS and SSS, Dance - Senior Primary, Poetry, Creative Writing. Stem Hub - Senior Primary, JSS &  SSS,. Readathon - Senior Primary.

 

The Children Funfair will hold from Wednesday, May 10, to Saturday, May 13, 2023. The funfair promises to be an exciting event for children, with lots of games, rides, and other fun-filled activities to keep them entertained. Parents can bring their children to the fair and have fun while also promoting reading culture among their children.

 

The Exhibition of Books and Allied Products will hold from Wednesday, May 10, to Saturday, May 13, 2023. The exhibition will feature books, e-books, journals, and other allied products from local and international publishers. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the latest trends in the publishing industry, network with publishers and authors, and purchase books at discounted rates.

 

Participants can also expect programs of events from the constituent bodies that will be fixed as they are received. Programmes are being expected from constituent bodies like NPA, BAN, CIPPON, NLA, ANA, Network of Book Club and Reading Promoter, UNSDG Book Clubs African Chapter, NCC, UBEC, etc.

NIBF 2023: NBFT Reels Out Programme of Events

 

NIBF 2023: NBFT REELS OUT PROGRAMME OF EVENTS

 

By: Wole Adedoyin

 

The Nigeria International Book Fair 2023 is set to hold from May 10 to May 13, 2023. The theme for this year's event is "The Role of a Functional National Book Policy in the African Book Ecosystem." The event promises to be exciting and educative with several programs of events lined up for participants.

 

The Opening Ceremony and International Conference will hold on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, from 10 a.m. The conference will focus on the role of a functional national book policy in the African book ecosystem. The conference promises to bring together professionals in the publishing industry, academics, and policymakers to discuss critical issues that affect the book industry in Africa. The conference will feature presentations, panel discussions, and keynote addresses by renowned speakers.

 

The Awards Ceremony will hold on the same day, Wednesday, May 10, 2023, from 5.00 pm. The awards ceremony will recognize and celebrate authors, publishers, and other stakeholders in the book industry who have contributed significantly to the growth and development of the industry. The awards are, Life Time Awards - for those that have contributed significantly to the Book and Education industry.

 

They could be authors, Publishers, Booksellers, Librarian, Printers, Literary giants, Academia, etc. Corporate Awards - corporate organisations that have contributed to Education and book development.  Banks, Communication companies, Oil and Gas, corporate business organisations, etc. Government Agencies that are established to support education and book development and that are performing the task well will also be awarded.

 

The awards ceremony promises to be a glamorous event, and participants will have the opportunity to network with other stakeholders in the industry.

 

The Tertiary Education Summit will hold on Thursday, May 11, 2023, from 10 a.m. The summit will focus on fresh ideas for overhauling Nigeria's tertiary education complex. The summit promises to bring together stakeholders in the education sector, including policymakers, educators, and students, to discuss critical issues affecting tertiary education in Nigeria. Participants will have the opportunity to share their ideas and experiences and learn from other stakeholders in the industry.

 

The Children's Programmes and School Competitions will be held from Wednesday, May 10, to Friday, May 12, 2023. The children's programs will feature storytelling sessions, book readings, and other fun-filled activities designed to promote reading culture among children. The school competitions will feature quiz competitions, spelling bees, and other educational activities aimed at promoting academic excellence among students.

 

There will be prizes to be won by participating schools and Children. Schools are therefore expected to register their pupils and students in advance for the competition they are interested in. 

 

Activities and their class range include: Maths Quiz - Senior Primary, Spelling Bee - Senior Primary, Chess Game -JSS and SSS, Dance - Senior Primary, Poetry, Creative Writing. Stem Hub - Senior Primary, JSS &  SSS,. Readathon - Senior Primary.

 

The Children Funfair will hold from Wednesday, May 10, to Saturday, May 13, 2023. The funfair promises to be an exciting event for children, with lots of games, rides, and other fun-filled activities to keep them entertained. Parents can bring their children to the fair and have fun while also promoting reading culture among their children.

 

The Exhibition of Books and Allied Products will hold from Wednesday, May 10, to Saturday, May 13, 2023. The exhibition will feature books, e-books, journals, and other allied products from local and international publishers. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the latest trends in the publishing industry, network with publishers and authors, and purchase books at discounted rates.

 

Participants can also expect programs of events from the constituent bodies that will be fixed as they are received. Programmes are being expected from constituent bodies like NPA, BAN, CIPPON, NLA, ANA, Network of Book Club and Reading Promoter, UNSDG Book Clubs African Chapter, NCC, UBEC, etc.

Adamu, Anunobi, Sanwo-Olu, Bobboyi, Others To Headline 2023 Nigeria International Book Fair

ADAMU, ANUNOBI, SANWO-OLU, BOBBOYI, OTHERS TO HEADLINE 2023 NIGERIA INTERNATIONAL BOOK FAIR

 

By: Wole Adedoyin

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.

 

 

NIBF 2023: NBFT Unveils Theme, calls for sponsorship

 

NIBF 2023: NBFT UNVEILS THEME, CALLS FOR SPONSORSHIP

 

By: Wole Adedoyin

The Nigerian Book Fair Trust (NBFT) has announced that the 22nd Nigeria International Book Fair (NIBF) will take place from the 10th to the 13th of October 2023 at Yard 158, Plot 34, Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos. The NIBF is the largest book fair in Africa, and it attracts publishers, booksellers, librarians, authors, and literary enthusiasts from across the world.

The theme of the 2023 NIBF is “The Role of a Functional National Book Policy in the African Book Ecosystem”. This theme is aimed at exploring the ways in which a functional national book policy can contribute to the development of the African book industry. It is expected that this theme will stimulate discussions on how to improve the reading culture in Africa, increase access to books, and promote literacy and education.

The NIBF provides a platform for publishers, authors, and other stakeholders in the book industry to showcase their products and services to a large and diverse audience. It is an opportunity for publishers to launch new books and for authors to interact with readers and fans. The book fair also features workshops, seminars, and other events that promote literacy, education, and cultural exchange.

The NIBF is an important event for the Nigerian book industry, and it has contributed significantly to the growth of the industry over the years. The book fair has provided a platform for publishers to showcase their books, and it has helped to promote reading culture in Nigeria. It has also contributed to the development of the book value chain, from publishing to distribution and retail.

To make the 2023 NIBF a success, the NBFT is calling on organizations and individuals to sponsor the event. Sponsorship of the NIBF is an opportunity for organizations to promote their products and services to a large and diverse audience. It is also a way to support the development of the Nigerian book industry and promote literacy and education.

Sponsorship of the NIBF is open to all organizations and individuals who are interested in promoting literacy and education in Nigeria and Africa. There are various sponsorship packages available, and sponsors can choose the package that best suits their needs and budget. Sponsors will receive recognition and publicity before, during, and after the book fair, and they will have the opportunity to showcase their products and services to a large and diverse audience.

The NBFT is committed to making the 2023 NIBF a success, and it is working hard to ensure that the book fair meets the expectations of participants and stakeholders. The book fair will feature a wide range of activities, including book exhibitions, book launches, workshops, seminars, and cultural events. It will also provide an opportunity for networking and collaboration among stakeholders in the book industry.

The NIBF is an important event for the African book industry, and it provides a platform for stakeholders in the industry to exchange ideas, network, and collaborate. It is an opportunity for publishers to showcase their products and services, and for authors to interact with readers and fans. The book fair also promotes literacy and education in Africa and contributes to the development of the book value chain. For Sponsorship and Participation call: +2348034026971, +2347084099363