Culture
By Bushrah Yusuf-Badmus
Ilorin, May 7, 2018 (NAN) The Executive Chairman of Kwara State Internal Revenue Service (KWIRS), Mr Murtala Awodun, has expressed concern over the poor reading habit of Nigerians.
Awodun told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Ilorin that the importance of reading to intellectual development could not be over emphasised.
The KWIRS boss, who said that more recognition should be given to authors, commended the courage of Nigerian writers for the hard work they put into their publications to impact positively on society.
”I see writers as the winners of our society because their blueprint can stand the test of time.
”They contribute greatly to promoting societal norms, values and morals,’’ Awodun said.
He said many Nigerians were more inclined to entertainment than activities that could develop their intellect. (NAN)
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(Edited by Mufutau Ojo)