Akada Children's Book Festival

Akada Children's Book Festival The Akada Children’s Book Festival (ACBF) is Nigeria's largest book festival dedicated exclusively to children.

The next ACBF will take place on Saturday May 23, 2026.

ACBF2026 ✨️ 💫💫Dr Lola Odeyale Ayo-Fashida author of "Bisola and The Paper Clock" will be leading a children's workshop...
24/04/2026

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Dr Lola Odeyale Ayo-Fashida author of "Bisola and The Paper Clock" will be leading a children's workshop session at the Akada Children's Book Festival. 🥳🥳🎉🎉

Dr. Lola Odeyale Ayo-Fashida is an award-winning finance and management consultant, author, speaker, and transformational coach passionate about leadership, financial growth, and personal development. She holds a PhD in Personnel Psychology from the University of Ibadan and has impacted over 15,000 children, youths, and women through mentoring and empowerment initiatives.

She is the author of seven books, including the Bisola children’s series, and is dedicated to using education and storytelling to inspire growth and positive change.

Register for this year's festival and attend her children's workshop session.

Do not miss out on all the exciting activities we have lined up! Register noworg/register Save the date Saturday, May 23rd, 2026. See you there!


ACBF2026 ✨️ 💫💫Sola Òjíkùtù Njoku author of "Labalábá Àlàbá àti Ajá Ayọ" will be leading a yoruba storytime session at ...
24/04/2026

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Sola Òjíkùtù Njoku author of "Labalábá Àlàbá àti Ajá Ayọ" will be leading a yoruba storytime session at the Akada Children's Book Festival. 🥳🥳🎉🎉

Sola Òjíkútù Njoku is a children’s author, editor, and cultural advocate based in the United Kingdom. She is the founder of YORÙBÁMÀMÁ, a platform focused on Yorùbá language education, publishing, and cultural promotion.

With extensive experience in journalism and teaching, including work with the BBC World Service and SOAS University of London, she is passionate about helping young learners connect with African languages through books, research, and storytelling.

Register for this year's festival and attend her yoruba storytime session.

Do not miss out on all the exciting activities we have lined up! Register noworg/register Save the date Saturday, May 23rd, 2026. See you there!


24/04/2026

What a wonderful way to mark World Book & Copyright Day!

Yesterday, the Convener of the Akada Children's Book Festival ( ) had a great time joining to discuss why reading is the smartest investment a society can make.

At ACBF we believe that books are the currency of the future. Whether we are talking about GDP, innovation, or leadership, it all begins with the foundational skill of reading. This is why we are passionate about the work we are doing at the Akada Children’s Book Festival - helping children have access to culturally-relevant, visually-engaging books that inspire them to dream big.

Thank you to everyone who tuned in! Let’s keep the conversation going: how are you fostering a love for reading in your home or community today?

ACBF2026 ✨️ 💫💫Join Marytina Osuchukwu author of "Tade Saves The Day" at the Akada Children's Book Festival. 🥳🥳🎉🎉Maryti...
23/04/2026

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Join Marytina Osuchukwu author of "Tade Saves The Day" at the Akada Children's Book Festival. 🥳🥳🎉🎉

Marytina Uloma Osuchukwu is an experienced educational leader, trainer, and inclusion advocate with a strong background in teacher mentoring, safeguarding, and special educational needs support. She has guided many trainee teachers across international schools in Nigeria toward PGCE qualifications through the University of Sunderland.

With advanced degrees in International Education, Primary Education, and Special Needs & Inclusion, Marytina is passionate about promoting empathy and inclusion through children’s stories. She also supports women and girls’ empowerment as a Life Member of WIMBIZ.

Register for this year's festival and attend her book reading session.

Do not miss out on all the exciting activities we have lined up! Register noworg/register Save the date Saturday, May 23rd, 2026. See you there!


ACBF2026 ✨️ 💫💫Sindile Onodu author of "Exploring Africa" will be leading a parent's workshop session at the Akada Chil...
23/04/2026

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Sindile Onodu author of "Exploring Africa" will be leading a parent's workshop session at the Akada Children's Book Festival. 🥳🥳🎉🎉

Sindile Onodu is a children’s author, educator, and curriculum designer passionate about restoring African stories to African children. Born in Zimbabwe and raised in England, she now lives in Nigeria, where she writes books and develops learning resources that help children see the greatness of their heritage.

She is also the founder of Encompass International Performing Arts Academy and leads children through music, faith, and storytelling. Her work is rooted in the belief that writing for children is both an act of faith and a way to inspire Africa’s next generation.

Register for this year's festival and attend her parent's workshop session.

Do not miss out on all the exciting activities we have lined up! Register noworg/register Save the date Saturday, May 23rd, 2026. See you there!


Happy World Book Day! Reading is more than a hobby; it’s the foundation of a thriving economy and a progressive society....
23/04/2026

Happy World Book Day!

Reading is more than a hobby; it’s the foundation of a thriving economy and a progressive society.

Join our Convener, Olubunmi Aboderin Talabi, on Channels TV today as she explores the "Economics of Reading" and why investing in literacy is the most important business decision any community can make.

ACBF2026 ✨️ 💫💫Join Pelumi Nubi .nubi author of "Lumi Drives From London to Lagos" at the Akada Children's Book Festival...
22/04/2026

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Join Pelumi Nubi .nubi author of "Lumi Drives From London to Lagos" at the Akada Children's Book Festival. 🥳🥳🎉🎉

Pelumi Nubi is a Nigerian-British adventurer, speaker, storyteller, and founder best known as the first woman to solo drive from London to Lagos, covering over 10,000km across 17 countries in 74 days. She is the founder of Lumi, a children's storytelling brand inspired by that journey, created to help young minds build courage, curiosity, and a deeper connection to African adventure and exploration.

Register for this year's festival and attend her book reading session.

Do not miss out on all the exciting activities we have lined up! Register noworg/register Save the date Saturday, May 23rd, 2026. See you there!


🎨✨ ILLUSTRATION COMPETITION FINALISTS ANNOUNCED! 🏆🥳A huge congratulations to every young artist who submitted artwork ...
22/04/2026

🎨✨ ILLUSTRATION COMPETITION FINALISTS ANNOUNCED! 🏆🥳

A huge congratulations to every young artist who submitted artwork for the Akada Children’s Book Festival Illustration Competition. Your creativity, imagination, and talent are truly inspiring. 🌟👏🏽

After careful deliberation, our judges have selected 3 outstanding finalists. From these finalists, one winner and one runner-up will be announced live at the festival!

🎉 Congratulations to our finalists:

- Mercy Adesua Aina
- Sorcher Fischer
- Zinachimdi Raphael Osademe

👏🏽 Special thanks to our amazing judges Olayinka Elesho and Idowu Abayomi for the important task of reviewing, evaluating, and providing feedback on the entries.

The Illustration Competition is for children under 16, created to encourage imagination and visual storytelling inspired by this year’s theme: Big Dreams, Brave Stories 💫

🏆 Prizes to be won:
🥇 Winner – ₦100,000
🥈 Runner-up – ₦50,000

Make sure you register and attend the festival to witness the live announcement of the winners! 🎉

🗓 Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
📍 Rugby School Nigeria, Victoria Island, Lagos
🕗 8AM – 6PM
🔗 Register now: akadafestival.org/register

ACBF2026 ✨️ 💫💫Joshua O. Adeloye author of "13th Floor" will be leading a story time session and a children's workshop ...
22/04/2026

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Joshua O. Adeloye author of "13th Floor" will be leading a story time session and a children's workshop at the Akada Children's Book Festival. 🥳🥳🎉🎉

Joshua Adeloye is a purpose coach, business strategist, and nation builder passionate about helping people and organisations grow with clarity and impact. He works as a Credit Analyst at the Bank of Industry, is the founder of Studio 5:13, and leads several mentorship and faith-based communities focused on raising purpose-driven leaders.

He is also the author of Be Light, Be Salt and is committed to guiding individuals especially young people to discover purpose, leadership, and lasting success.

Register for this year's festival and attend his story time and children's workshop sessions.

Do not miss out on all the exciting activities we have lined up! Register noworg/register Save the date Saturday, May 23rd, 2026. See you there!


ACBF2026 ✨️ 💫💫Join Ayo Oyeku author of "What Happened on Thursday?: A Nigerian Civil War Story" at the Akada Children'...
21/04/2026

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Join Ayo Oyeku author of "What Happened on Thursday?: A Nigerian Civil War Story" at the Akada Children's Book Festival. 🥳🥳🎉🎉

Ayo Oyeku is an award-winning Nigerian author and Ebedi International Residency Fellow who has written eleven children’s books. His acclaimed picture book 'What Happened on Thursday?' has received multiple international honours, while his other works have earned major literary prizes and shortlist recognitions. He is also an international contributor to World Kid Lit and founder of Eleventh House publishing firm.

Register for this year's festival and attend his book reading session.

Do not miss out on all the exciting activities we have lined up! Register noworg/register Save the date Saturday, May 23rd, 2026. See you there!


ACBF2026 ✨️ 💫💫Join Eugene Yakubu Shichet author of "Where is That Asom" at the Akada Children's Book Festival. 🥳🥳🎉🎉Eug...
21/04/2026

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Join Eugene Yakubu Shichet author of "Where is That Asom" at the Akada Children's Book Festival. 🥳🥳🎉🎉

Eugene Yakubu Shichét is a PhD candidate in English and Literary Studies at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and a writer whose work has been shortlisted for notable literary prizes. Based in Kaduna, he leads the Understory Project Development Initiative, a non-profit focused on preserving and promoting indigenous arts, culture, and community creative programmes.

Register for this year's festival and attend his story time session.

Do not miss out on all the exciting activities we have lined up! Register noworg/register Save the date Saturday, May 23rd, 2026. See you there!


ACBF2026 ✨️ 💫💫Amang Goes To The Mountain by Namse Udosen This story follows 'Amang' as his restless and adventurous nat...
21/04/2026

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Amang Goes To The Mountain by Namse Udosen

This story follows 'Amang' as his restless and adventurous nature leads him on a difficult journey from the farm to the mountains. Along the way, his climb becomes a lesson about facing fears, overcoming challenges, and discovering where he truly belongs.

It is an inspiring tale of resilience, courage, and self-discovery that teaches young readers the value of adapting and persevering to reach their goals.

To find out more register for this year's festival and attend the book reading session based on this book.

Do not miss out on this and all the exciting activities we have lined up for the 2026 Akada Children's Book Festival.

👉 Register now 🔗 org/register
Save the date Saturday, May 23rd, 2026. See you there!


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