Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, has joined the global community in celebrating award-winning Nigerian writer, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, on her birthday.
In a heartfelt tribute on Sunday, Obi described Chimamanda as a “literary giant” whose life and works continue to enrich humanity while inspiring future generations.
“Today, I gladly join the global community of letters and all people of goodwill in wishing my beloved sister, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, a very happy birthday. Her life and work remind us that when nurtured with discipline and vision, talent becomes a light for the individual and all of society,” Obi said.
He praised the novelist for using her extraordinary talent to tell African stories with dignity while uplifting Nigeria’s image across the world.
“Chimamanda has blossomed into a true literary giant, whose writings enrich global literature while uplifting humanity. She has used her extraordinary gift to tell our stories with dignity and raise new generations of storytellers. Through her writings and literary workshops, she continues to shape young minds, encouraging them to dream boldly, think critically, and wield words as instruments of truth and transformation,” Obi noted.
Obi recalled how deeply he was moved by Adichie’s visit to her alma mater, where she reconnected with her teachers, including those from her primary school days.
“In that simple yet profound act, she reminded us all that the journey forward is strongest when anchored in gratitude to the past—when we acknowledge those who shaped us and draw strength from the foundations that nurtured us,” he added.
Celebrating her as more than a global icon, Obi described Adichie as both a personal inspiration and a beacon of hope for millions of Nigerians.
“On this special day, I celebrate her not only as my sister but also as a beacon of inspiration to millions. May God continue to strengthen her, bless her in the years ahead with wisdom and joy, and make her light shine even brighter for Nigeria and the world,” Obi said.
Chimamanda, who turned 48 on September 15, is globally renowned for works such as Half of a Yellow Sun, Purple Hibiscus, Americanah, and her influential essays, making her one of the most celebrated voices in contemporary literature.
