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[1-Pen @Fodio1PEN]

Writers' Hub presents the eighth edition of its monthly panel discussion themed, Re-examining the Writer's Role in Times of Crisis.

The event will hold on 20th December 2025, 4.30 pm - 6 pm, via the link: https://t.co/BW4HPBxnLL

The session features the following distinguished personalities:

Prof. Femi Osofisan is a celebrated Nigerian playwright, critic, theorist, and scholar whose works have reshaped modern African theatre. Renowned for his bold reimagining of classical texts and his commitment to social justice, he has authored more than 60 plays, four novels, and numerous critical essay collections. Osofisan has mentored generations of writers and remains one of Africa’s most influential voices in dramatic literature. His numerous awards include Thalia Prize (2016) from the International Association of Theatre Critics (IATC), the first African to receive the award.

Benjamin Kwadey is a Ghanaian veteran filmmaker and actor with over 30 years in the entertainment industry. Trained at the School of Performing Arts, University of Ghana, he has distinguished himself in acting, directing, producing, presenting, and scriptwriting. A skilled marketing and advertising specialist, he excels in content creation, public speaking, team training, and programme development. His work consistently drives audience engagement, while his passion for artistic coordination fosters vibrant creative collaborations.

Dr. Ismail Bala is an accomplished bilingual poet whose work in English and Hausa has appeared widely across the UK, USA, Canada, India and South Africa. His poems and translations feature in leading journals such as 'Poetry Review', 'Ambit', 'New Coin' and 'Ake Review'. A University of Iowa IWP Fellow, his poems have been translated into several languages, including Latvian, Belarusian, Nepalese, Slovenian and Polish. He studied in Kano and Oxford, and is the author of _Line of Sight (2020) and Ivory Night (2024).

Prof. Maria Ajima is a renowned professor of African Literature at Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi. She has authored six acclaimed poetry collections, a short story collection, and two highly relevant volumes of literary criticism as lead editor. A former President of WRITA and a current member of the ANA Board of Trustees, her critical essays feature on major scholarly platforms and respected academic journals. A multiple award winner, she was further honoured with a prize established in 2011 to 2019 in her name, the ANA/Maria Ajima Prize for Literary Criticism, affirming her stature and legacy in Nigerian letters.

Dr. Leonard Ifeanyi Ugwu, Jr., a fellow of the Ebedi International Writers’ Residency, is a distinguished scholar and creative artist at the Institute of African Studies, University of Nigeria, Nsukka. His debut play _Babel and Boys_ (2023) premiered to over 1,500 attendees and is slated for the National Theatre of Ghana in 2026. He is author of two acclaimed poetry collections, including _Echoes of Bullets, nominated for the 2024 Akachi Ezeigbo Prize. Leonard is a squire of the World Union of Poets (WUP) and a Laureate at World Nations' Writers Union.

Dr. Blossom Shimayam Ottoh-Agede is a distinguished scholar in stylistics, media rhetoric, and peace linguistics. Trained at the University of Ibadan, Dr Ottoh-Agede is currently an Associate Professor in Federal University of Lafia. She is the author of Style and Media Rhetoric: Reporting Terrorism in Nigeria, a double TETFund award-winning book. She has published extensively, including poems on themes of patriarchal resistance and injustice. Blossom is the Editor of The Lines and coordinator of the Creative Writers’ Club, FULafia.

Mallam Sumaila Umaisha
Coordinator, Writers' Hub.

[1-Pen @Fodio1PEN]

@oMoTonsore REAL. 💯

[Scarlett claira @AItechscarlett]

Wallahi, if you are patient & place your entire trust in Allah, He will definitely show you a way out of every difficulty.

[𐌁𐌉Ᏽ 𐌕𐌉𐌌𐌉 @OrevaZSN]

There’s absolutely nothing more pleasing than watching yourself do the things you said you’d do. I really value honoring the promises I’ve made to myself.

[Abubakar Nur Khalil @ihate1999]

فَإِنَّ مَعَ ٱلْعُسْرِ يُسْرًا (٥) إِنَّ مَعَ ٱلْعُسْرِ يُسْرًۭا (٦)

"So, surely with hardship comes ease. Surely with [that] hardship comes [more] ease."

— Quran (94:5-6)

[1-Pen @Fodio1PEN]

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[Muna @Munalozy]

Before you try silent treatment with me, just know I'm the CEO of silent treatments.

[Saufiyah Ali @saufiyvh]

If you replace music with Qur'ān:

-eliminate brain fog
-think clear
-have better memory for hifdh
-clean your input diet
-change your perception field
-focus becomes natural
-reduce anxiety
-learn faster
-earn the pleasure of Allāh bi idhnillah

The Qur’an is the highest signal.

[Sir David Onyemaizu🦍 @SirDavidBent]

Always seek long term rewards over short term benefits.

And to achieve this, you need to learn delayed gratification.

[1-Pen @Fodio1PEN]

SIMPS, CAN'T TELL.

[Ahmad @Ahmadranking]

There’s a big difference between being loved by a woman and being manipulated by a woman.

9/10 is Manipulation, Men just can’t tell.

[Sir David Onyemaizu🦍 @SirDavidBent]

Nobody can arrest & incarcerate you anyhow if you have money & good connections.

People only oppress those they see as weak or without a voice & the deep pocket to back it up.

Work hard, make money, and have people behind you.

Nobody will be able to oppress you.

End.

[1-Pen @Fodio1PEN]

The Niger State Branch of the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA), in collaboration with friends and associates of Dr. Abdullahi, warmly invites the general public to a grand literary celebration in honour of Dr. Abdullahi Ismaila Ahmad, marking his prestigious Induction into the Fellowship of the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA).

Theme: Abdullahi’s Fellowship Award: A Celebration of Literature, Leadership and Legacies

Scheduled for Saturday, 13th December 2025, the event will hold from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Yayi Hotel, Minna, with both virtual and physical participation.

The celebration will feature:

Tributes and Reflections by distinguished literary figures including Dr. Usman Oladipo Akanbi (ANA President), BM Dzukogi, and Dr. Muhammad Mahmud.

Readings and Analytical Reflections on the works of Dr. Abdullahi Ismaila Ahmad by scholars and literary advocates.

Interactive Open Mic Session, showcasing short stories, poems, dramatic excerpts, and performance poetry.

Scholarly Dissections (Online Session) with top academics analyzing the depth, style, and impact of Abdullahi’s literary contributions.

Special guests and panelists include Associate Prof. Isah Ibrahim, Dr. Ismaila Bala, Dr. Ola Fatimahin BUK, Paul Liam, and other eminent scholars and creatives.

This event promises an inspiring convergence of literature, leadership, scholarship, and artistic performance—celebrating the legacy of an outstanding literary icon.

Online participation link:
https://t.co/8QcBieGd41

All lovers of literature, students, writers, and the public are invited to be part of this memorable celebration.

[1-Pen @Fodio1PEN]

Scan and register. #HIBAF!

[Sadiya @Halima_Fajr]

It really helps to understand that you may need to try different things before finding what truly works for you. And sometimes, you may need to try the same thing many times until it finally works, even if it takes years. What matters most is that you keep trying.

[1-Pen @Fodio1PEN]

After prayers, Almighty Allah needs to see your efforts towards your goals before He intervenes. It's about taking action, showing commitment, and working towards what you've prayed for. So, take that first step, put in the work, and trust the process.

[Sadiya @Halima_Fajr]

Prayers require 100% effort to materialize, not small attempts or occasional trials, but consistent, full commitment.

Like someone once said, if you have prayed to Allah for guidance, start walking and He will make the path clearer to you.

[1-Pen @Fodio1PEN]

" Many Muslims out here worship so quietly, so sincerely, and it’s one of the most beautiful things I’ve witnessed. No show, no crowd, just love.

There’s something so beautiful about faith that whispers instead of shouts."

[Fadeelah (Mrs.) @The_Fadeelah]

A Muslim colleague took ten days off work. I thought she was sick. Weeks later, while I was scrolling and Sudais’ voice played, she smiled and said she always gets emotional because she prayed behind him in the Haram.

She had gone for 'Umrah. Third time this year. No noise. No announcement. Just a heart that keeps returning to Allah. Many Muslims out here worship so quietly, so sincerely, and it’s one of the most beautiful things I’ve witnessed. No show, no crowd, just love.

There’s something so beautiful about faith that whispers instead of shouts.

[1-Pen @Fodio1PEN]

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[Deeyah😍 @Sadeeya98]

yanzu fa wani namijin rabon sa da shafa cream a baya tun da aka dena yimasa wanka a gida🤌🏼😂

[jonzing. @ehisssss]

"i cannot afford it" means i can't afford it.
the way you’re looking at me and whatever you’re thinking in your head, those are your personal problems.

[1-Pen @Fodio1PEN]

🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[Adda Fatee @Adda__Fadi]

My colleague: Me kikeyi da lighter a mota?
Me: Shaye shaye nikeyi.

Since people don’t mind their business let’s all be mad 😠 😡