The Breakfast Chat

One of Africa's finest writers, Abubakar Adam Ibrahim, will be attending the event. For us, it is a homecoming. Most of his stories have settings in Jos, not just as a place but as a form of connection. Coalition of Plateau Literary Societies -Coplis is proud to have him grace the festival. There is also a plan to honour him at the festival.

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A GOVERNOR BUILDING A CULTURE OF READING

His Excellency, Barrister Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, Executive Governor of Plateau State and ANA Plateau Book Ambassador, continues to demonstrate a thoughtful commitment to the growth of literature, creativity, and intellectual culture within Plateau State.

As part of his broader vision to revive reading culture and strengthen the creative ecosystem of the state, he has introduced the idea of a Plateau Literary Garden to be situated within the Government House. More than a physical space, the Literary Garden is envisioned as a living cultural symbol. A place where writers, poets, thinkers, and creatives can gather to reflect, exchange ideas, nurture imagination, and shape meaningful conversations for society.

The vision reflects a deep understanding that societies are not transformed by infrastructure alone, but also by ideas, stories, books, and the communities that sustain them.

At a time when many young people are searching for direction and identity, this initiative points toward a future where literature, creativity, and thoughtful engagement once again occupy an important place in public life.

We are honoured to recognise His Excellency as a leader helping to create space for ideas, culture, and the flourishing of literary voices on the Plateau and beyond.

Meet Our Headliner:

Dr. Wale Okediran is a Nigerian literary figure and Secretary-General of the Pan African Writers Association (PAWA), championing African literature globally. A prolific author, he has written over fourteen novels, including the award-winning Tenants of the House, which won the Wole Soyinka Prize for African Literature. His works are widely studied in African universities and reflect themes of politics, society, and human experience.


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