In
this interview with Bulkybon News, a highly gifted Nigerian upcoming poetess, Peace Ileleji shares information about her background in
the field of writing, says “I started writing poems at the age of 10”
Qst: What is your discipline or area of study and which school
did you attend?
Ans: I'm a graduate of English and Literary Studies from the
Delta State University, Abraka.
Qst: Which genres of literature do you specialize in?
Ans: Poetry and prose.
Qst: When did you start writing and what gives you the
inspiration to write?
Ans: I started writing poems at the age of 10 after discovering
my talent for poetry at age 7. However, reading the Book of Psalms and
performing Prof. Patrick Lumumba's powerful piece, 'If Kwame Nkrumah and
Patrice Lumumba were to rise up' at my secondary school's Graduation and Prize
Giving Day ignited my passion to craft verses that inspire and uplift. What
gives me inspiration is reading and touring because it stirs me up to fill a
gap in knowledge via my words.
Qst: Have you written any published creative work either as a
book or featured in a newspaper?
Ans: Not yet but soon.
Qst: Are you a member of any writers’ association in Nigeria or
outside Nigeria?
Ans: Yes, the Creative Writer's Workshop (CWW).
Qst: Have you attended any writers conference or convention
before?
Ans: Yes, last year I attended the Southcosels '23 in Bayelsa
State.
Qst: Are you interested in meeting other writers to perform
your spoken words with them?
Ans: Yes it will be my utmost pleasure.
Qst:
Will you encourage any of your children (if you are already married or in
future) to do what you are creatively involved in now?
Ans: Yes I will because I see life in Word Art. It cultivates
critical thinking, creative expression and effective communication.
Qst: Who is your idol in in the field of creativity that you
have decided to showcase your skills in?
Qst: Ib Quake.
Qst: What is motivating you to do what you are doing (promoting
Nigerian culture through spoken words) now in the present tough situation
Nigerians are facing?
Qst: Well, the contemporary Nigeria society is experiencing a
silent exodus of her citizens popularly called 'japa' and my daily interactions
with youths and teens as a Teens Coordinator in my church, let me into the life
of young people and their constant fears about the fate of the remaining
citizens of a 'japad' (deserted by many citizens for greener pastures abroad) nation.
I recently went on a tour to six different states where I saw the true beauty
of nature in Nigeria. So, I believe as we are blessed with these resources,
there is definitely hope for a better future.
Qst: How many languages among the many languages in Nigeria do
you speak? What is your state of origin?
Qst: I speak Igbo (not perfect though but beginner's level).
I'm from Delta State and Urhobo by tribe.
Qst: How do you spend your free time and what is your favourite
meal?
Qst: I love spending time with my family and close friends.
Also, travelling, reading books, cooking and listening to music uplifts me.
Lastly, my favourite meal is Naija jollof
and fried plantain.
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