By Fatai Akanbi
Prominent Nigerians including lawmakers, traditional rulers, businessmen and top government functionaries have applauded Ibrahim Qudus Olanahile for breaking new frontiers through his book, “ The Social Doctor”
Among those who spoke at the launch of the book in Ilorin penultimate Saturday were the Kwara State House of Assembly leader, Hon(Barr) Oba Magaji, the General Manager of the Kwara State Social Investment Programme (KWASSIP), Dr. Olayinka Tejidini and the publishers of The Fact Newspaper, Prince Mike Adeyemi.
Speaking with our reporter at the event, the house leader Hon. Oba Magaji described the Author as a shinning light among Kwara youth, urging him to keep it up.
“We are here today for the launching of the book, The Social Doctor. In fact, it is a thing of joy seeing a youth of below 30 years who have written books to impact life. It is a thing of joy.
” I just pray that many youth will emulate him and I want to implore him to keep it up. He should be focus and not be deterred, ” the lawmaker advised.
In the same vein, the General Manager of the Kwara State Social Investment Programme (KWASSIP), Dr. Olayinka Tejidini who was a guest of honor at the event said he felt elated seeing youth at their prime doing magnificently well in their various endeavor.
“I feel very elated today seeing youth at their prime coming out with this kind of awesome innovation. It shows that the future is very brilliant and there is hope for every youth in this state.
” As a Sociologist, what the Author has written is in same page to what we sociologist potent,because society is made up of structure and every structure must work together. So if there is a lacuna in any of this structure, there will be problem,” the eloquent KWASSIP said said.
Tejidini added that the role of the society structure like the family, the traditional institutions, and the media cannot be underemphasis toward having a better society.
“As we have a social Engineer so also we have a social Doctor and the only way to remedy society anomalies is to apply the prescriptions by the author. So he has really done justice to the book,” Tejidini affirmed.
Earlier, the book reviewer who also double as the publisher of The Fact Newspaper, Prince Mike Adeyemi described the book as apt and timely considering the avowal erosion of values in the contemporary society.
According to him, ‘the book effectively captures the intricate web of social determinant influencing humans well-being and dig into grief as an inevitable human experience.’
“This book highlights the significant of addressing not only physical ailments but also the underlying social, economic, and cultural factors that impact individuals well-being.
“It also highlights the significant of prayer as a vital component often overlooked that offers solace and guidance. Through personal anecdotes and Quranic teaching, the geared power of prayer is highlighted, providing inner peace, strength and guidance in times of adversity.
” This effort is highly commendable, it will not be out of place for every home to have a copy each on their book shelf, ” the veteran journalist said.
Reacting, the Author, Ibrahim Qudus said the incidence that led to the demise of his late father spurred him to write the book, saying the book is meant for everybody as nobody is immune from the challenges of life.
“Basically what informed my decision to write the book has to do with incidence that led to the death of my late Dad. Actually, I started the book before his demise, but it took another round when he died.
” I captured grief and how to overcome depression. I know am not the only one facing the challenge. There are people there too. So they need the information that will assist them in seeking social support.
“This book is for everybody because as human being we are all bound to face challenges either societal or physically. As human being we experience depression, grief, distress that as a result we might not be able to cope with. So this book is an informational material that would help people undergoing life challenges to navigate through the process,” Ibrahim said.