ANA Congratulates Mr. Gbenro Adegbola On His 67th Birthday

ANA CONGRATULATES MR. GBENRO ADEGBOLA ON HIS 67TH BIRTHDAY

The Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA) has warmly congratulated Mr. Gbenro Adegbola on the celebration of his 67th birthday, hailing him as an outstanding luminary whose lifelong contributions continue to enrich Nigeria’s literary and publishing landscape. 

The Association described him as a tireless advocate for literature, reading culture, and forward-looking publishing innovations.

The commendation was contained in a press statement jointly signed by the President and General Secretary of the Association, Dr. Usman Oladipo Akanbi and Dr. Joan Oji.

Mr. Adegbola, former Managing Director of Evans Brothers (Nigeria Publishers) Ltd., has built a distinguished career defined by excellence, leadership, and unwavering commitment to intellectual development. With a BA (Combined Honours) in Dramatic Arts and Literature in English from the then University of Ife and an MA in Language Arts from the University of Ibadan (1984), he has continually demonstrated exemplary passion for education, scholarship, and literary growth.

A past President of the Nigerian Publishers Association, Mr. Adegbola has played a transformative role in strengthening the nation’s publishing industry. His visionary leadership, policy influence, and dedication to professional advancement have uplifted stakeholders and enhanced the quality of learning materials available across Nigeria.

ANA further applauded Mr. Adegbola’s forward-thinking embrace of digital publishing, noting that his enthusiasm for technology continues to illuminate new possibilities for improving educational delivery nationwide. His advocacy remains vital in harmonizing traditional publishing models with modern digital solutions.

The Association wished him many more rewarding years in good health, grace, and creative vigour, affirming that his legacy will continue to inspire writers, publishers, educators, and innovators within and beyond Nigeria.