Dare Babalola
Caltop Publications Nigeria Limited has announced the public presentation and official launch of three new books authored by ARISE Television anchor, Dr. Reuben Abati.
According to a statement by Ayo Arowosegbe, Managing Director of Caltop Publications, on Tuesday, the event will hold on November 7, 2025, at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs in Victoria Island, Lagos.
The event, which coincides with the 60th birthday celebration of Abati, who is the former Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Goodluck Jonathan, is scheduled to hold at 10 am and is expected to draw dignitaries from various sectors.
The statement added that the books, titled “Portraits: People, Politics and Society”, “A Love Letter & Other Stories”, and “How Goodluck Jonathan Became President”, reflect Dr. Abati’s trademark eloquence, depth, and versatility.
According to the publishers, the books offer a timely contribution to national discourse and Nigeria’s political history.
It read, “Each book reflects Dr Abati’s trademark eloquence, depth, and versatility, blending political analysis, societal commentary, and creative storytelling. Together, they offer a timely and critical contribution to national discourse, governance, and the broader understanding of Nigeria’s political history and social evolution.”
Arowosegbe continued that the books are “Compelling, insightful, and relevant for our times. These works will serve as vital references for policymakers, media professionals, academics, students, and the public seeking informed perspectives on Nigeria and the world at large.”
Dr. Abati is a quintessential writer, distinguished journalist and served as Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to former President Goodluck Jonathan, GCFR. He served as Chairman of the Editorial Board of Guardian Newspapers.
Abati is a notable commentator on national and international affairs covering politics, economy, business, social development and the arts. He started his career as a university lecturer, teaching courses in drama and literature at the Olabisi Onabajo University, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, South-West Nigeria.
Between 2000 and 2011, Reuben Abati was also a member and co-presenter of the television discussion programme, Patito’s Gang, founded by Professor Pat Utomi. Between 2003 and 2007, he served as a member of the Governing Council of Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State and was a member of the Board of the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (2007-2011).
He is currently the co-anchor, Arise TV daily flagship programme, The Morning Show and Anchor of the Thisday Live programme on Arise TV every Sunday from 4 pm as well as City Talks with Reuben Abati on City 101.5 FM every Saturday from 12 noon.
