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Arogbofa at 87: All Set for His Book Launch and Investiture

Revered elder statesman, Seinde Arogbofa, will celebrate his 87th birthday with the launch of two literary works and his induction into the Hall of Fame by the Association of Nigerian Authors tomorrow, Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium, Federal University of Technology, Akure, commencing at 10 am. The event will unveil a book titled, Understanding Afenifere: A Journey through the Yoruba Leadership Organization, authored by Arogbofa, which meticulously examines the evolution and influence of the Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, within the Nigerian context. Additionally, a tribute volume, Seinde Arogbofa: A Quintessential Role Model, co-authored by Prof. W. Aderounmu, a distinguished alumnus of the renowned Oyemekun Grammar School, Akure, and Comr. Jare Ajayi, a media guru, will detail Arogbofa’s significant contributions to public service and scholarship. The Association of Nigerian Authors will bestow the Hall of Fame Fellowship upon Arogbofa, a...
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Arogbofa at 87: All Set for His Book Launch and Investiture



Revered elder statesman, Seinde Arogbofa, will celebrate his 87th birthday with the launch of two literary works and his induction into the Hall of Fame by the Association of Nigerian Authors tomorrow, Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium, Federal University of Technology, Akure, commencing at 10 am.


The event will unveil a book titled, Understanding Afenifere: A Journey through the Yoruba Leadership Organization, authored by Arogbofa, which meticulously examines the evolution and influence of the Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, within the Nigerian context. Additionally, a tribute volume, Seinde Arogbofa: A Quintessential Role Model, co-authored by Prof. W. Aderounmu, a distinguished alumnus of the renowned Oyemekun Grammar School, Akure, and Comr. Jare Ajayi, a media guru, will detail Arogbofa’s significant contributions to public service and scholarship.


The Association of Nigerian Authors will bestow the Hall of Fame Fellowship upon Arogbofa, a Literary Patriarch, in recognition of his enduring contributions to literature and national development, with the investiture conducted by ANA President, Dr. Usman Oladipo Akanbi, who flew into Akure yesterday for this momentous ceremony.


The Chairman of the Occasion is Prince Kayode Adetokunbo, former Minister of Defense, with His Excellency, Hon. (Dr.) Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the Ondo State Governor, serving as the chief launcher. Dr. Aminu Yusuf, Chairman of the National Population Commission, will act as the book presenter and deputy co-launcher, while Prof. Femi Mimiko, mni, former Vice-Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, will serve as the book reviewer. Chief (Dr.) Reuben Fasoranti, MDA, OFR, will fulfill the role of Father of the Day, and the Special Guest of Honor will be Hon. Ifedayo Abegunde, Executive Director of Corporate Affairs Services at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). Others include: Guest of Honour, Prof. Bisi Balogun, Chief Host is Prof. Temidayo A. Oladiji, FUTA VC. Royal Host: HIM, Oba Adebori Adeleye, the Olubaka of Oka, while the Royal Fathers of the Occasion are namely: HIM, Oba Ajibade Ogunoye, the Olowo of Owo, HIM, Oba (Dr.) Victor Kiladejo, Jillo III, the Osemawe of Ondo, HIM, Oba (Dr.) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, CFR, the Deji of Akure. The event is poised to attract scholars, writers, political leaders, and admirers, all gathering to celebrate Arogbofa’s remarkable life.


For further inquiries, please contact Prof. Bayo Aborisade at 08066505326, Prof. Adedayo Afe at 08033924751, or Mr. Lanre Adebowale at 08056655561. We extend our heartfelt gratitude as we eagerly anticipate your esteemed presence at the event.


Basorun Seinde Arogbofa, OFR, pen, born March 23, 1939, is a Nigerian author, public intellectual, and a political leader renowned for his significant contributions to literature and socio-cultural advocacy. He served as the Secretary-General of Afenifere, shaping pivotal discussions on democracy and Yoruba leadership. Today, he remains a respected voice in governance, culture, and leadership, inspiring younger generations through his writings and public service. Pa Arogbofa is a Life Patron of the ANA, Ondo State Chapter.




On behalf of all of us at the Association of Nigerian Authors, Ondo State, led by Dr. Sunday Afolayan, we extend a warm welcome to our National President, Dr. Usman Oladipo Akanbi, to the heart of Ondo State while expressing our heartfelt congratulations to our esteemed Pa Arogbofa on his dual celebrations.


– Goke Williams, Member, Organizing Committee, and PRO1, ANA, Ondo State



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