Minister of Education, Adamu Adamu, has called for the re-awakening of reading culture in the Nigerian society, adding that youths in the country are distracted by the internet and social media.
The minister made the statement on Friday in Lagos where he was represented by the Rector, Yaba College of Education (YabaTech), Femi Omokungbe, at the public presentation of the book “Elan Vital (Essence)”, a collection of poems by Faozat Olumegbon.
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“This book coming from a young author is telling us that all is not yet lost in the society. In the midst of youths distracted by social media and the internet, Elan Vital is telling us that our culture, values and morality are still intact,” Adamu said.
“It is also a call to re-awaken reading culture especially in schools and among the youths. The book is good and should be used in teaching children and redirecting them to reading.”
Senator Oluremi Tinubu, represented by Princess Abiodun Elegushi, commended the author for the work.
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Director, Curriculum Service Department, Lagos State Ministry of Education, Toyin Alabi, noted that youths hardly read anything that did not accommodate music or visuals.
According to her, the society should learn from the author’s wealth of knowledge as reflected in the book.
