"After The Applause": Techpreneur Danny Walter Releases Bold Memoir on Truth, Silence and Survival [VIDEO]

 

Lagos  city’s creative and tech circles are buzzing with anticipation as Danny Walter, known online as @AjeboDanny, prepares to officially unveil his debut book After The Applause later today. The exclusive launch, set in Lagos, marks a striking new chapter for the tech entrepreneur who has long divided his time between Nigeria and the UK.

Walter, widely recognized for his innovative spirit and globe-trotting lifestyle, is turning the page onto something far more intimate. His first book promises to reveal the version of success that few are willing to speak about  the version that comes after the spotlight fades and the stage clears.

“I didn’t write this book to impress, though I’m sure you’ll like it,” Walter shared ahead of the event. “I wrote it to finally say the things I’ve felt for years, the ones most people never say out loud. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. You’re just not loud about it.”

Those words have already begun to stir curiosity among readers and followers. Far from being a traditional memoir, After The Applause is described as a blend of essays, introspective storytelling and lyrical fragments, exploring the silence and vulnerability that often trails public acclaim.

The launch event is expected to gather a wide range of attendees including writers, tech professionals, creatives and close collaborators from Walter’s personal and professional life. Though exact details of the evening remain under wraps, the tone is expected to match the soul of the book, raw, stripped-down and intentionally human.

Walter’s transition from tech founder to author may seem unexpected, but longtime followers have seen this coming. Known for his contemplative posts and emotionally layered writing on X.com, many view After The Applause as a natural evolution for a voice that has often challenged surface-level narratives.

Early teasers suggest the book dives into the complexities of identity, the emotional hangover after success, and the often-unspoken mental weight that follows those deemed “high achievers.” Readers can expect honest moments rather than polished anecdotes, with topics ranging from cultural displacement to private mental battles that rarely see the light of day.

As the launch unfolds today, industry watchers are already pegging this release as one of the more emotionally resonant projects to come from a public figure in tech and media this year. Several pre-readers have praised the manuscript for its unfiltered depth and its ability to speak to the silent struggles of ambitious young Africans navigating global spaces.

During a pre-launch interview, Walter hinted that the timing of this release was intentional. “There’s never a perfect time to be honest with yourself,” he said. “But I figured today is as good a day as any.”

Excitement continues to build across social media as fans and industry peers share their support, using hashtags tied to the event and reposting quotes from the book’s teaser materials. Many are calling this a much-needed moment of reflection in a culture often obsessed with success metrics and public validation.

As Lagos hosts this intimate and highly anticipated launch, the city itself becomes a symbolic backdrop. It’s a place where applause often rings loudest, and where silence afterwards can be the most deafening. Walter’s book attempts to fill that silence with something real, something unflinching.

While the full content of the launch is still unfolding, one thing is certain; After The Applause is not just a book. It’s a mirror. And today, Danny Walter is inviting readers to stand in front of it.

The book officially drops today, July 26, and will be available both digitally and in select physical outlets across Nigeria and the rest of the world following the event. As the evening progresses, eyes remain on Lagos, where vulnerability, for once, is taking center stage.

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— DANNY WALTER🪂 (@AjeboDanny) July 26, 2025