On July 25, Sayeed Sir’s birthday, I bestow my humble respect and love towards him

This is how the gradual exchange of literature and culture takes place.

Today marks the birthday of renowned literary figure Professor Abdullah Abu Sayeed. A man of many talents, Sayeed is a renowned writer, television presenter and activist. Of the many hats worn by Sayeed, the most notable is that he is the founder of Bishwo Shahitto Kendro, a non-profit organisation that promotes the study of literature, reading habits and progressive ideas.

“First and foremost, you must be a good human being if you want to work for your country,” said Prof Abdullah Abu Sayeed at a programme in Chattogram city yesterday.

The Daily Star awards 24 prominent individuals and an institution with lifetime achievement awards at its 25th anniversary event to honour their contribution to the society. They are honoured with the prestige at a gala event commemorating the anniversary at Dhaka’s Osmani Memorial in attendance of President Abdul Hamid.