Udenta @ 60: Stakeholders to engage in profound discourse on culture, politics, Nigeria’s potential
By Wole Adedoyin
The Confluence of Future Arts, in collaboration with Rovingheights Bookstore have announced an upcoming and intellectually invigorating discourse titled “Cultural Production, Politics and Nigeria’s famished possibility.”
This event is dedicated to celebrating the remarkable academic journey of Prof. Udenta O. Udenta on the occasion of his 60th birthday. The discourse will take place on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at Rovingheights Bookstore, located on Gimbiya Street in Garki Area 11, Abuja, commencing at 11 am.
The event is poised to bring together a constellation of intellectual luminaries hailing from diverse fields. These esteemed panelists will engage in captivating discussions, exploring the intricate interplay between cultural production, politics, and the untapped potential of Nigeria’s future. The discourse promises to shed light on the challenges and prospects that lie ahead, with a particular focus on how cultural expressions can indelibly shape the nation’s trajectory.
A highlight of the event is the anticipated keynote address by the distinguished Prof. E. E. Sule, an eminent figure in Nigerian literature and academia. Prof. Sule’s profound insights are expected to set the stage for a day of enlightening dialogue and introspection, captivating the minds of attendees.
The discourse will feature an impressive lineup of esteemed personalities, including Tomisin Faoye, Mallam Denja Abdullahi, Prof. Razinat T. Mohammed (Moderator), Prof. Emeka Aniagolu, Prof. Mabel I E. Evwierhoma, and Arch. Chukwudi Eze. With each panelist bringing a distinct perspective to the table, the discourse guarantees a dynamic exchange of ideas and perspectives that will spark intellectual fireworks.
As a special homage to Professor Udenta’s 60th birthday, a momentous event highlight will be the donation of a complete set of Udenta O. Udenta’s six-volume Collected Boyhood Works to the first 30 young writers in attendance. This gesture is an embodiment of nurturing the next generation of literary talents, ensuring that Professor Udenta’s legacy perpetuates and flourishes.
Attendees are in for an interactive and engaging experience, replete with opportunities for networking and knowledge exchange.
The event seeks to foster meaningful connections among participants, encouraging the cross-pollination of ideas and the formation of synergistic partnerships that will contribute to Nigeria’s intellectual and cultural landscape.
The “CULTURAL PRODUCTION, POLITICS AND NIGERIA’S FAMISHED POSSIBILITY” discourse is an unmissable rendezvous for anyone impassioned by the intersection of culture, politics, and Nigeria’s future trajectory. This gathering promises a day of intellectual exploration, jubilation, and inspiration, resonating with the visionary spirit of Professor Udenta and his enduring contributions.
