Flomat Books founded
After 25 years in the oil and gas industry, Dr. Anthony Akpokene established Flomat Books to promote education and reading in Delta State.
Our story
A bookshop with a public purpose.
Flomat Books exists to make quality, fit-for-purpose books accessible at fair prices—and to help build a stronger reading culture.
Since 2006Serving readers, schools and communities
Our mission
Empowering people through access to knowledge.
We believe education is the great leveller. When people are well informed, they are better equipped to channel their energy towards building a better society.
Every title in our collection is selected for its quality, relevance and usefulness. We work to keep books affordable without lowering our standards, because the right book should be within reach of every serious reader.
Founder & CEOLeadership
Dr. Anthony Akpokene
MSPE, MASTD, FICA, MCTAI
Dr. Akpokene founded Flomat Books after a distinguished 25-year career in oil and gas. His next chapter was driven by a personal conviction: education, books and informed conversation can transform individuals and communities.
That belief continues to guide the company’s book selection, school partnerships, public programmes and customer service.
Speak with our teamOur journey
Milestones that matter.
School quiz programmes
Educational quiz competitions were launched among secondary schools across Delta State to encourage academic excellence.
Public lecture series
Distinguished speakers began sharing ideas and experiences to inspire students and promote scholarship.
Digital expansion
The online platform opened the collection to more readers and made ordering quality books easier.
Quality
Books are selected from trusted publishers and distributors for relevance and value.
Access
We work to keep prices fair and serve readers wherever they are in Nigeria.
Service
Every customer receives thoughtful, practical support—not a one-size-fits-all answer.
Community
Our work extends beyond sales into schools, reading programmes and public learning.
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