Kwara born erudite scholar, prolific writer and Entrepreneur, Dr. Usman Oladapo Akanbi who is founder of Imodoye Writer’s Enclave; which organizes a yearly all expense paid residency program, has extolled the virtues of the foundation members of the Association of Nigerian Authors, ANA.
Dr Akanbi spoke at the sidelines of the ongoing National Convention of the Authors Body. He traced the sacrifices of some early members who not only carried the banner of the Association, but spent of their substances to advance the cause of writers in Nigeria.
Usman traced the 42 years of ANA and it’s unifying role as well as how it has advanced the development of the Nigerian writers.
Dr Akanbi wrote in his speech,
“Forty-two years ago, the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA) was founded by a group of prominent Nigerian writers, with the late Prof. Chinua Achebe at the helm.
Since its inception, ANA has been a unifying force, annually bringing together a multitude of writers. The organization has evolved into a dynamic entity, with chapters spread across all 36 states of Nigeria.
In addition to the many initiatives undertaken by ANA’s leadership, its chapters have actively engaged in programmes dedicated to promoting the creative arts.
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The first generation of writers and authors laid a solid foundation, upon which subsequent generations have built. It is heartening to recognize the foresight that led to the acquisition of the land on which the Mamman Vatsa Writers Village now stands. This magnificent establishment is proudly celebrated as the largest writers’ resort on the African continent, a testament to the current generation of ANA executives who brought the dreams of our founding fathers to life.
The 2019 election represented a challenging period in ANA’s history, but it ultimately served as a catalyst for a reinvigorated ANA, one that we witness today. However, there is still much work to be done to ensure greater unity among writers and the establishment of discipline within our ranks.
With the upcoming election this year, I hope that a new set of executives will emerge to build upon the achievements of previous administrations and, most importantly, push the boundaries of success within the creative arts industry.
