By Our Reporter
LAFIA — Efforts to preserve the cultural identity of the Alago people are set to receive a major boost as Hon. Mustapha Eladoga Ari, historian, writer and Director of Culture at the Alago Development Association (ADA), prepares to unveil a new literary work documenting the community’s history and traditions.
Hon. Ari, a former Chairman of Keana Local Government Council, is known for his sustained advocacy for cultural preservation in Nasarawa State.
Colleagues describe him as an “astute scholar” whose work bridges academia and grassroots heritage conservation.
The forthcoming book is said to compile the history, traditions, values and cultural identity of the Alago people into a single record aimed at safeguarding the heritage for future generations.
Organizers say the publication is intended both as an academic resource and a cultural reference for younger Alago indigenes at home and in the diaspora.
Speaking ahead of the launch, supporters of the project framed it as more than a literary event, calling it a “noble and historic effort” to prevent the erosion of indigenous knowledge in the face of modern cultural shifts.
The book launch is expected to draw traditional rulers, cultural stakeholders, academics and political leaders from across Nasarawa State, with organizers urging a strong turnout to support the initiative.
For the Alago Development Association, the event marks another step in its broader push to document and promote Alago identity within Nigeria’s diverse cultural landscape.
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