Nigerian-British author Chinwe Enyinna to launch 'My Garden of Thorny Roses' in Lagos

Nigerian-British author and gender equality advocate Chinwe Enyinna is set to launch her new book, 'My Garden of Thorny Roses,' at an exclusive event in Lagos. The book delves into themes of healing, resilience, and personal transformation, aiming to address the pervasive issue of gender-based violence.

The invite-only soirée, scheduled for Saturday at Alliance Française, Ikoyi, Lagos, will convene professionals from the legal, business, public health, and advocacy sectors. Actress and broadcaster Layole Oyatogun will host the event, which includes a fireside conversation with Ms. Enyinna and a panel discussion titled “Breaking the Stigma: Uncomfortable Conversations Women Have.”

The panel will explore mindset transformation, legal advocacy, and financial autonomy, featuring psychologist Lauretta Ogbum, executive coach Ehi Ade-Mabo, and legal practitioner Obianuju Okafor. The session will be moderated by Glory Edozien. The program also includes reflections by entrepreneur Winihin Jemide and live readings from the book.

Ms. Enyinna, a public health professional and registered nurse, is a vocal advocate against gender-based violence. She leads the UK Country Chair of the Anti-GBV Wing of the G100 Club and founded D’ Survivor Hub Nigeria, an initiative that has supported over 500 survivors of domestic abuse. The book's themes resonate amid ongoing concerns about gender-based violence in Nigeria, with Lagos State recording thousands of domestic and sexual violence cases annually.

Enyinna stated her motivation for writing stemmed from hearing similar experiences from women hesitant to speak openly. "I realized my experience could help other women who quietly shared similar stories with me during conversations," she said. "Many of them felt trapped in silence. Writing this book became a responsibility. I wanted women to know they are not alone."

Selected chapters will be read by legal practitioner Chinyere Okorocha, performance strategist Abiola Salami, and relationship counselor Amaka Chika-Mbonu. The event will conclude with a reception and book signing. 'My Garden of Thorny Roses' is available globally on Selar.

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I realized my experience could help other women who quietly shared similar stories with me during conversations. Many of them felt trapped in silence. Writing this book became a responsibility. I wanted women to know they are not alone.