Anote Ajeluorou
Anote Ajeluorou is a Nigerian journalist, editor, and cultural critic. Known for his editorial leadership, creative writing, and advocacy for the arts, he has significantly contributed to arts and culture reporting in Nigeria.
Overview
Anote Ajeluorou is a leading voice in Nigerian arts journalism, known for rigorous coverage of literature, visual arts, music, and cultural events. He combines journalistic discipline with creative insight, influencing contemporary cultural discourse.
Professional Background
He has worked with prominent Nigerian publications including The Punch, The Nation, and The Guardian, where he served as Arts Editor and later Head of Politics. He also leads Showbuzz Media as Head of Culture Journalism.
Editorial Leadership & Projects
He founded AnoteArtHub, later rebranded as TheArtHubNg, amplifying diverse voices in Nigeria’s arts and culture sector. He also edited Moonbeam: An Anthology of Short Stories by Nigeria’s Foremost Culture Journalists, showcasing creative excellence among Nigerian culture writers.
Creative Writing
Anote Ajeluorou has authored:
- Igho Goes to Farm – children’s book, longlisted for Nigeria Prize for Literature 2019
- Libations for Africa – poetry collection
- Bride of Infidels – forthcoming novella
Public Engagement & Cultural Advocacy
Ajeluorou participates in literary events, judges awards like the Quramo Writers’ Prize, and delivers talks and poetry readings that advocate for the arts, heritage, and intellectual empowerment in Nigeria.
Impact & Recognition
Through journalism, creative writing, and editorial work, Anote Ajeluorou has shaped Nigeria’s cultural reporting landscape, elevating arts coverage with rigor and insight and mentoring emerging cultural writers.
