Following the unveiling of his two new books, publisher and editor-in-chief of Yes International! Magazine Azuh Arinze hosted dignitaries, media professionals, showbiz stars and avid readers to an exclusive virtual book launch on Sunday.
At the event, Mr Azuh announced the official release of his books entitled Success Is Not Served A La Carte and Encounters – Lessons From My Journalism Career to the general public.
Hosted by ace comedian Gbenga Adeyinka, the event had dignitaries like former governor of Ogun State Olusegun Osoba who also chaired the occasion; Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi; Orangun of Oke-Ila Oba Adedokun Abolarin; Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the President Femi Adesina; Group Managing Director, SO&U Advertising Udeme Ufot; EVC, Verdant Zeal Tunji Olugbodi and General Overseer, Revival Assembly, Apostle Anselm Madubuko in attendance.
Other notable individuals at the event were Vice President, Corporate Communications and CSR of Airtel Nigeria Emeka Oparah – who reviewed the books and chairman, Biscon Communications Bisi Olatilo – who was the chief host and chairman, Ovation Media Group Dele Momodu – who presented the new books.
Also online for the presentation were Apostle Ausbeth Ajagu of Pentium Ministries in Canada; Tai Elemosho-Okesanjo of Montai; Uche Nworah, MD/CEO, Anambra Broadcasting Service; Aderemi Bello, MD, Crittal Hope Aluminium and Governor-Elect, Rotary International, District 9110 Nigeria; superstar showbiz couple Tunde and Wunmi Obe; UK-based success coach Dayo Olomu; and top journalists, Messrs Kunle Bakare, Femi Akintunde-Johnson, Azubuike Ishiekwene, Toni Kan, Niran Adedokun, Dotun Oladipo, Olumide Iyanda, Azuh Amatus and pioneer Nollywood actor and producer Okechukwu Ogunjiofor among many others.
Arinze’s first book Success Is Not Served A La Carte is an enlightening collection of one-on-one interview sessions with 30 high-profile individuals in the country including Christopher Kolade of Cadbury/LBS, Tony Ezenna of Orange Drugs, Anselm Madubuko of Revival Assembly, Steve Babaeko of X3M Ideas, Wole Oladiyun of CLAM, famous footballers Kanu Nwankwo and Austin Okocha, film director Tade Ogidan, veteran actors Olu Jacobs, Pete Edochie and Dele Odule, to name a few.
The book explores the success stories of these individuals and also provides critical insights into their lives.
The second book Encounters – Lessons From My Journalism Career chronicles the experiences of the author throughout his career. Through this book, Azuh allows readers to examine 20 years worth of journalistic experience in 60 captivating chapters. By flipping through the pages of this book, readers will see how the author earned his trademark and reputation as a quintessential interviewer and journalist with an eye for details.
Speaking at the book launch, the author expressed his appreciation to guests for gracing the occasion, saying, “I’ll like to express my gratitude to everyone here today and everyone that made this event a success. I do not take your contributions for granted. These new books are intriguing and captivating, and I am eager for everyone to experience them.”
