Famous Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie launched “Mama’s Sleeping Scarf,” her first children’s book, at the Alliance Française in Ikoyi, Lagos State.

Literary lovers and well-known individuals attended the event, including Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Obiageli Ezekwesili, the former vice president of the World Bank’s Africa zone, and former President Olusegun Obasanjo.

Speakers at the literacy-focused event included Harvard Business School Senior Lecturer in Business Administration Hakim Belo-Osagie, former vice president Yemi Osibanjo, and several other well-known people.

 Being an avid reader is essential for becoming a successful leader. During his speech, former Nigerian President Obasanjo stated, “Read what will make you wise.”

Prominent Nigerian businesswoman and art enthusiast Bella Disu was also there and gave a speech on the value of reading culture. The event, which was emceed by author and book critic Kunle Kasumu, featured a Q&A session, book signings, and—most importantly—a setting that encouraged kids to play and, of course, read.