Govt Urges Writers To Criticise Responsibly, Promote Solutions

The Federal Government has urged Nigerian writers to use their voices to address national challenges and promote solutions, saying criticism of government should deepen public understanding rather than fuel division.
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, made the call at the opening of the 45th International Convention and Conference of the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA), held on October 30, 2026, at the ANA Writers Village, Mpape, Abuja.
Akume, who acknowledged the role of writers in promoting peace, security and national development, said literature remained an important tool for drawing attention to societal challenges and giving expr...