By featuring these four promising female creatives, the Ibadan Book Club aims to celebrate young women who are using literature as a tool for advocacy, empowerment, and social transformation. The October edition of the Ibadan Book Dialogue promises to be an engaging convergence of literature, dialogue, and inspiration — highlighting the voices of young Nigerian women who continue to shape narratives with courage, clarity, and creativity
THE Ibadan Book Club (IBC) has announced that the October edition of its prestigious Ibadan Book Dialogue will feature four outstanding female writers — Ogbue Anwuli Temitope, Gloria James Chinemerem, Oke Inioluwa Gladys, and Esther Boluwatife Ogunleye — as headline guests. The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 12:00 PM in the Board Room of the Oyo State Library Board, located opposite the historic Cocoa House in Dugbe, Ibadan. This special edition will commemorate the International Day of the Girl Child, celebrated globally to recognise the rights, strength, and potential of girls and young women.
The Ibadan Book Dialogue remains one of the flagship literary programs of the Ibadan Book Club, dedicated to promoting a vibrant reading culture, celebrating creative talent, and facilitating intellectual engagement among writers, thinkers, and literature enthusiasts. Over the years, the platform has served as a meeting point for both emerging and established voices, fostering dialogue on literature, creativity, and the role of the arts in national development.
Speaking about the forthcoming event, Wole Adedoyin, Founder of the Ibadan Book Club, expressed his excitement over the selection of the four young women as guest writers for the October edition. He described their participation as a reflection of the resilience, creativity, and intellectual power of the modern Nigerian woman. “These brilliant young writers embody the essence of the International Girl Child Day — courage, creativity, and consciousness. Their works mirror the challenges and triumphs of the female experience in a changing society,” Adedoyin stated.
The Ibadan Book Club also extended special appreciation to Mrs. Awele Ilusanmi, President of the Literary Authors Cooperative Multipurpose Society of Nigeria and Founder of the Book Marketing Class Africa (BMACA), for her sustained monthly support. Her partnership has been instrumental in ensuring the continuity of the Club’s literary engagements and the successful hosting of the Ibadan Book Dialogue series.
One of the featured writers, Ogbue Anwuli Temitope, is a 300-level Philosophy student at the University of Ibadan and an emerging Nigerian writer known for her deeply introspective works. Through her poems and personal essays on Medium, she explores themes of love, loss, healing, and self-awareness. Her poem “The Night of a Wanderer” beautifully portrays the fragility of human existence and the quiet burden of observation. She uses her writing to remind readers that vulnerability is not weakness but a quiet form of strength.
Gloria James Chinemerem, another guest writer, is a Literature student at the University of Ibadan, as well as a creative writer, editor, and pen artist. Her literary works explore identity, self-discovery, and African narratives, drawing inspiration from the richness of the continent’s storytelling traditions. Though still building her portfolio, Gloria’s writings in drama, poetry, and short fiction reveal her commitment to authenticity and growth. She also enjoys visual arts, which she infuses into her literary expression.
Oke Inioluwa Gladys, a graduate of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), will also be featured at the event. A passionate reader and ardent lover of books, Oke’s interests lie in the intersections of literature, storytelling, and reflective discourse. Her dedication to literary exploration continues to drive her engagement in creative dialogues and cultural appreciation.
Another inspiring voice at the dialogue will be Esther Boluwatife Ogunleye, a Nigerian writer, poet, campus journalist, and 300-level English student at the University of Ibadan. Her works reflect on themes such as identity, womanhood, and the resilience of everyday life. An active member of The Poetry Club, UI, Esther uses storytelling and journalism to drive social awareness and cultural consciousness. Her acclaimed poem “Yes, I Am a Feminist” stands as a strong declaration of empowerment and equality.
By featuring these four promising female creatives, the Ibadan Book Club aims to celebrate young women who are using literature as a tool for advocacy, empowerment, and social transformation. The October edition of the Ibadan Book Dialogue promises to be an engaging convergence of literature, dialogue, and inspiration — highlighting the voices of young Nigerian women who continue to shape narratives with courage, clarity, and creativity.
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