The Association of Nigerian Authors, Obafemi Awolowo University (ANAOAU) hosted its first Book Reading of the semester to explore the poetry collection, ‘Stoning the Wind.’
At its recent event, ANAOAU showcased ‘Stoning the Wind’, a second poetry collection of Professor Gbemisola Adeoti, as an object of artistic examination. Professor Adeoti has made significant contributions to both scholarship and creative writing, prompting the association to host a discussion on his 2023 poetry collection.
READ MORE: No Suspicious Cult-like Movements on Campus – Chairman, OAU Security Council
The event was purposely organised to hear Professor Adeoti read, specifically to students, many of whom knew him only from the WAEC poem, ‘Ambush.’
Giving his welcome address, the Editor-In-Chief of the association, Isaiah Adepoju, stated that Professor Adeoti’s famed poem ‘Ambush’ gave him the earliest impression. He added that he was honoured to host the reading event for the Professor’s new book, ‘Stoning the Wind.’
‘I emphasized ANAOAU. As a young, passionate artist, ANAOAU laid the groundwork for my artistic growth. I am excited to be its Editor-in-Chief and to sustain the ground for other writers to grow’, Isaiah said.
READ ALSO: OAU Concert 2025: A Celebration of Campus Creativity and Community
He continued, ‘As a result, we have organised well-attended weekly Readings and began OAU’s first Arts Festival last session, which will be hosted this session again. We’ve had to leverage and will leverage the support of friends, admirers, lecturers, the faculty, and the University.’
Among those in attendance were the Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Prof. Oyeniyi Okunoye; Prof. Chijioke Uwasomba, who chaired the event; Professors Segun Adekoya, Tola Badejo, Kayode Ogunfolabi, and Rotimi Taiwo; the Head of the Dramatic Arts Department, Dr. Olayiwola; as well as students and well-wishers.
ANAOAU is a registered creative association on OAU campus. Prof. Gbemisola Adeoti serves as its patron, and Isaiah Adepoju, a 300-level student of the English Department, is its Editor-In-Chief.
The association focuses on creativity and aspiring creative artists on the OAU Campus. With its weekly meetings, workshops, and monthly outdoor programme, the association aims to provide artists with a safe space to grow and practice their art.