Falade’s books, OLOBUN: Matriarch of Ondo, Mother Of Legacy, Dates From Hell for launch tomorrow

Nigerian award-winning journalist, writer, and now author, Tomi Falade, is kicking off 2024 on a high note, as she’s set to unveil two literary exploits on Sunday, February 11.

The event, which is billed to be hosted by astute master of ceremony and comedian, Gbenga Adeyinka 1st at De Rembrandt Hotel, Alausa, Lagos, will see Falade unveil her first two books, OLOBUN: Matriarch Of Ondo, Mother Of Legacy, and Dates From Hell.

Speaking on why she chose to launch the two books together, Falade, an entertainment and lifestyle editor with Independent Newspapers, said it was mere coincidence.

“The plan was to originally launch Dates From Hell in 2023, but prevailing circumstances at the time made me move it to 2024. Now that the two books are ready, I just thought that I could do both at the same time. So here we are. This is why I tagged the event a book party.

“Many people do not realise that literature can be fun. This event is to show that we can genuinely have fun with literature,” she said.On her foray into the world of writing as an author and journalism Falade added, “my love for literature is what led me to journalism, and after over a decade in the media industry, my flair for telling extraordinary stories has not waned. I believe it is time to share another facet of my literary exploits with the world in drama and story form.

“OLOBUN: Matriarch Of Ondo, Mother Of Legacy is a rich drama set in 15th-century Oyo and explores themes of adventure, exile, and the birth of the lasting legacy of the Ondo Kingdom while Dates From Hell is a collection of short stories based on true events of people on romantic dates.”

According to her, “Dates From Hell is poised to captivate readers with its gripping tales, while OLOBUN is a recapturing of history reminiscent of the great playwrights of old.”

Falade’s flair for scripting extraordinary stories is evident in her extensive body of work, which includes well over a thousand stories and articles. Her portfolio encompasses a variety of genres, with dozens of published features and investigative stories that reflect her commitment to delivering compelling narratives.

As the Life Editor (Saturday) at Independent Newspapers Ltd, Falade continues to shape the literary landscape with her editorial expertise and keen storytelling acumen. Her ability to capture the essence of human experiences and translate them into captivating narratives has earned her respect and admiration within and beyond the journalism community.