Delta State’s inaugural World Book Day Festival 2026, organized by Lady Ejiro Umukoro, was lauded by Dr. Mininim Oseji and other dignitaries for promoting literacy, critical thinking, and intellectual growth through reading culture advocacy.
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As AI dominates global communication, languages not digitized, preserved, or actively promoted risk extinction. On World Mother Language Day 2026, experts warn Nigeria: safeguard indigenous tongues or lose them to irrelevance forever.
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Despite Nigeria’s rich literary heritage, reading culture remains low, with many Nigerians preferring social media and entertainment. This trend worries stakeholders, who cite benefits of reading for personal growth, education, and national development. Efforts like NOA, NBRP’s initiative aim to reverse this trend and foster a nation of readers.
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