Naijareadfest: Redefining Nigeria’s Reading Culture, One Page at a Time
- Kingsley Sintim
- Aug 15
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 18
Five readers united by passion, envisioned by a purpose and committed to one goal. Just one goal. A goal to inspire, ignite and promote reading as a tool for unity, growth and development.
Nigeria Reads is officially launching a nationwide literacy campaign tagged Naijareadfest, scheduled from the 12th to the 30th August, 2025. This campaign aims at rekindling Nigeria’s love for reading through a series of impactful activities, culminating in a Guinness World Record attempt for the Longest Marathon Reading Aloud by a team.
Five marathon readers, each representing Nigeria’s geopolitical zones, will read aloud continuously for 424 hours across 18 days. This symbolic attempt is not just about breaking a record, but igniting national pride and cultural consciousness through reading.
The reading list will feature works exclusively by Nigerian authors, from the new and emerging voices and contemporary voices, in the literary spacing. Naijareadfest will showcase and celebrate the richness and diversity of the Nigerian literary fountain.
Beyond the Marathon
The campaign extends far beyond the record attempt. Naijareadfest will feature:
Creative workshops on writing, spoken word, illustration, and storytelling
Interactive author sessions, fireside chats, and panel conversations
Pop-up exhibitions and networking hubs for creatives
Family-friendly reading spaces and children zones
Fun book activities and celebrity guest appearances
Having spent over a decade promoting literacy in both urban and rural communities in Nigeria, Nigeria Reads has witnessed the transformative power of books. Naijareadfest is a new chapter of Nigeria Reads, turning the page, changing lives! Our mission is to bring books to where they are needed the most, empowering minds, sparking imagination and nation building.
This campaign is our loudest call yet. We are not just organising an event; we’re launching a movement that puts literacy at the centre of national growth.
A Positive Mark on Tomorrow
Naijareadfest aims to reach over 100,000 attendees in person and an estimated 30 million viewers online and across national broadcast platforms. The campaign will connect authors, teachers, publishers, creative, and entertainers with audiences of all ages.
This campaign isn’t just breaking a world record. It’s about inspiring a nation. Seeking to remind people that our stories and art matter, our voices count, and that reading is key to both personal growth and national development.
Whether you're a lifelong reader, a parent seeking to inspire your children, or someone simply seeking a unique and enriching cultural experience, we invite you to be part of this transformative campaign.
Event venue: Mazimi @The Library Lagos, 82 Ademola Adetokunbo Street, Victoria Island Lagos, Nigeria.
Livestream Access: Across Nigeria Reads platforms, and partner media outlets
For media inquiries, partnership interest, or event participation, contact: +234 703 696 6870
Email: info@nigeriareads.ng
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Nigeria Reads is a registered non-profit organisation with over 12 years of transformational impact across Nigeria, dedicated to promoting literacy, access to books, and love for reading in both rural and urban communities through innovative campaigns, book drives, and youth engagement programs.
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Facebook: Nigeria Reads; naijareadfest
Twitter: NigeriaReadsNGO
The views and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the Royal Commonwealth Society.
