Why journalists are the best writers-Adesina

Journalists have been described as the best writers across the world, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Muhammadu Buhari, Mr Femi Adesina has revealed.

Adesina who spoke recently at the Azuh Arinze’s virtual book launch urged journalists to document events in their line of work.

According to him, all over the world, the best writers were journalists. The best biographers, the best creative writers, best authors generally were journalists.

“Nigerian journalists cannot afford not to write books. Journalists should write books and Azuh has done well by showing and reminding us of who we are and ought to do,” he said.

Azuh who is the publisher of ‘Yes International’ Magazine, unveiled his two new books, titled, ‘Success Is Not Served A La Carte,’ and ‘Encounters – Lessons From My Journalism Career’.

The former is an enlightening collection of interview sessions with 30 high-profiled 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; 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.

‘Encounters – Lessons from My Journalism Career’, on the other hand, 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.

The former editor of Encomium Weekly is also the author of ‘Tested and Trusted Success Secrets of the Rich and Famous’, and The CEO’s Bible volumes 1 and 2.

Notable faces at the virtual event include the former Governor of Ogun State, Olusegun Osoba who also chaired the occasion; the Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, Orangun of Oke-Ila, HRM Adedokun Abolarin and Dele Momodu.

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.”

Before founding ‘Yes International!’, Azuh served as the Editor of Encomium Weekly from 2003 to2011. Before that, he had edited Reel Stars magazine. He is also the proud author of three other books, which are Tested and Trusted Success Secrets of the Rich and Famous, and The CEO’s Bible, volumes 1 and 2.