{"id":27121,"date":"2025-03-16T09:13:33","date_gmt":"2025-03-16T09:13:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techandbiz.com.ng\/tab-backup\/?p=27121"},"modified":"2025-03-16T09:14:16","modified_gmt":"2025-03-16T09:14:16","slug":"adaeze-ezes-my-virginity-my-pride-sparks-thoughtful-discussion-at-national-library-owerri","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techandbiz.com.ng\/tab-backup\/2025\/03\/16\/adaeze-ezes-my-virginity-my-pride-sparks-thoughtful-discussion-at-national-library-owerri\/","title":{"rendered":"Adaeze Eze\u2019s My Virginity, My Pride Sparks Thoughtful Discussion at National Library Owerri"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><span style=\"color: #63636a; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0The National Library in Owerri was abuzz with engaging discussions as book lovers, educators, and parents gathered for the review of <\/span><em style=\"color: #63636a; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400;\">My Virginity, My Pride<\/em><span style=\"color: #63636a; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400;\">, a thought-provoking book by Adaeze Eze. The review, led by Dr. Ifenyinwa Iyke \u1ee4zondu of Alvan Ikoku University of Education, Owerri, shed light on the book\u2019s powerful message about self-worth, moral integrity, and the challenges teenagers face in today\u2019s world.<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><strong>A Story That Resonates with Today\u2019s Youth<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>At the heart of <em>My Virginity, My Pride<\/em> is Adaora, a young girl navigating the complex pressures of adolescence. Through her journey, Eze explores the importance of self-respect, making wise choices, and resisting negative peer pressure. The book doesn\u2019t just present an idealistic view of teenage life\u2014it tackles harsh realities such as unwanted pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, and the emotional toll of making uninformed decisions.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. \u1ee4zondu, in her review, praised the book\u2019s ability to connect with young readers, stating, <em>\u201cThis is not just another moral guide\u2014it is a relatable and inspiring story that speaks directly to teenagers.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<h4><strong>A Wake-Up Call for Parents and Mentors<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Beyond being a guide for young people, the book highlights the critical role of parents, teachers, and mentors in shaping a teenager\u2019s values. Through Adaora\u2019s relationship with her mother, Eze emphasizes the importance of open communication and positive guidance at home.<\/p>\n<p>One of the parents at the event remarked, <em>\u201cRaising children today is tough, but books like this remind us that our voices still matter. We need to be there to guide them before they face life\u2019s challenges alone.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<h4><strong>A Celebration of Positive Role Models<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>A key theme in <em>My Virginity, My Pride<\/em> is the importance of looking up to figures of strength and virtue. Eze references the Virgin Mary as a symbol of purity and resilience, encouraging young readers to embrace values that lead to long-term happiness rather than temporary social acceptance.<\/p>\n<p>A teenage attendee shared, <em>\u201cThis book changed the way I see things. I used to feel like I had to follow the crowd, but now I understand that self-respect is more important than fitting in.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<h4><strong>A Must-Read for Teenagers and Educators<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>As the review session wrapped up, Dr. \u1ee4zondu emphasized that <em>My Virginity, My Pride<\/em> is not just a book but a tool for important conversations. Whether for a teenager making tough decisions, a parent looking for guidance, or an educator shaping young minds, Eze\u2019s book provides valuable insights on morality, self-discipline, and personal growth.<\/p>\n<p>With its engaging storytelling and timely message, <em>My Virginity, My Pride<\/em> stands as an essential read for anyone invested in the moral and emotional well-being of young people.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0The National Library in Owerri was abuzz with engaging discussions as book lovers, educators, and parents gathered for the review of My Virginity, My Pride, a thought-provoking book by Adaeze Eze. The review, led by Dr. Ifenyinwa Iyke \u1ee4zondu of Alvan Ikoku University of Education, Owerri, shed light on the book\u2019s powerful message about self-worth, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":27124,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":true,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[406,329],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-27121","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-art","category-education"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/techandbiz.com.ng\/tab-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27121","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/techandbiz.com.ng\/tab-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/techandbiz.com.ng\/tab-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/techandbiz.com.ng\/tab-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/techandbiz.com.ng\/tab-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=27121"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/techandbiz.com.ng\/tab-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27121\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/techandbiz.com.ng\/tab-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/27124"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/techandbiz.com.ng\/tab-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=27121"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/techandbiz.com.ng\/tab-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=27121"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/techandbiz.com.ng\/tab-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=27121"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}