Book publishers have been urged to embrace Yorùbá writings
in order to encourage her writers. This was unveiled by Chief GbemisoyeAyano,
the special guest at the 2ndanniversary of YorùbáLákọ̀tun, dedicated
to the memories of AlàgbàAdébáyọ̀ Fálétí, who passed on recently. The event
took place at the Ethnic Heritage Centre, Ikoyi.
The quarterly Yorùbá cultural renaissance programme hosted
by cultural aficionado, Olútáyọ̀ Ìrántíọlá is aimed at celebrating the great
feats of Yorùbá writers and others who are projecting Yorùbá culture to the global
community. The literary programme has been an advocate for the growth of Yorùbá
literature and our cultural heritage.
According to the author of Ife Ikoko, Ayedaade; Ogani Tisa, Aseju Baba Asete and AkojopoEwiGbefe,Chief
Ayano mentioned that many Yorùbá writers in recent times have not been
encouraged by renowned publishing firms because it is assumed that such
literatures are not economically viable, however,Yorùbá books are being used across
all levels of education for pedagogy in Nigeria and has gained global
prominence.
Chief Ayano, theAfedetunluutoAkomoledeIpinleOsun
and Aare Onpabi-ede Yoruba tiOgbaYunifasiti Ife, stressed that Yorùbá
writing is peculiar and he encouraged writers to properly writeYorùbá
literature with the tonal marks. In his words, “I want to urge my fellow
writers in the language to ensure that tonal marks areused in in Yorùbá
literature. Once the tonal marks are missing; the meaning of the word might not
be easily comprehended by the reader.”
While collaborating Chief Ayano, another upcoming Yorùbá
poet, Lanre Ari-Ajia said his ability to read and write Yoruba poetry set him
apart during a poetry event. He urged other young writers in Yorùbá language to
keep writing because they will be preserving the history, culture and tradition
of the race for posterity.
Other highlights of the event include the rendition of
poetry to celebrate the Golden jubilee of Lagos State; entertainment news
update; the rendition of the poetry of the late AlàgbàAdébáyọ̀ Fálétí and
signing of his popular songs in various movies where he had cameos.
Cultural enthusiasts at the event were drawn from corporate
and social Nigeria.
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