Tuesday, 19th March 2024
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3 Mar
It is with much grief that I write this tribute in honour of an intimate media and personal friend, Muhammad Salissou Hamissou, who died in a motor accident on Wednesday, February 14, 2024.
3 Mar
All is set for the public presentation of Onu John Onwe’s book titled, Anatomy Of Crime Of Corruption In Nigeria (Constitutional Framework As The Tap-Root) Volumes 1 And 2.
25 Feb
The power of arts in communicating health issues was last week tested in Abuja when Medicaid Cancer Foundation, in partnership with Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine and Maigaskiya Visuals, used the arts to create awareness on prostate cancer.
25 Feb
In commemoration of its yearly drama day, the drama club of Atlantic Hall School, Poka, Epe presented a stage drama, Hopes for the Living Dead.  Written by Ola Rotimi, it tells the story of lepers’ revolt that took place between 1928 and 1932.
25 Feb
Some of Nigeria’s arts and culture journalists have collaborated to birth an anthology of short stories titled, Moonbeam. This ambitious project has found a home in Narrative Landscape Press (NLP) Ltd.
17 Feb
In a candid and spiritually enriching interview with The Guardian, renowned Nigerian gospel singer and songwriter, Bukola Bekes, opens up about the divine inspiration behind her powerful music and the profound impact it has on her audience. With a deep connection to biblical teachings, Bukola Bekes shares insights into her creative process, the challenges she…
4 Feb
In a bold and visionary move aimed at safeguarding and elevating African art, and preventing the extinction of Africa’s rich cultural heritage, Fobally Art World Africa is pioneering a four-day Easter Arts Festival
4 Feb
A firm, Toyota by CFAO Nigeria, has invited kids to participate in its 17th Toyota Dream Car Art Contest. From January 16 to February 16, 2024, the firm is organising the art contest for children from all over the globe to share ideas about the future of mobility by drawing their dream cars.
4 Feb
Earlier this month, the organisers of Berlin International Film Festival, otherwise called, Berlinale announced selection of Iranian film, My Favourite Cake, by Maryam Moghaddam and Behtash Sanaeeha
10 Dec
.Less buzz for 2023 Zuma Film Festival ending today The 2023 edition of the annual Zuma Film Festival organized by the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) in collaboration with the Federal Capital Development Administration (FCDA) ends today in Abuja, Nigeria’s sprawling capital city. The festival opened on December 1 and there has been less buzz about…
10 Dec
Recently, the Lagos chapter of Institute for Tourism Professionals of Nigeria (ITPN) hosted the second edition of its yearly Lagos Tourism Roundtable. Held on Thursday, November 23, 2023, it had as theme: ‘Diaspora Tourism: An Untapped Niche in Lagos State.’ The event had in attendance, National President, ITPN, Chief Abiodun Odunsanwo; Vice President, ITPN South-West,…
10 Dec
The European Film Market (EFM) at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival will open its doors for seven days from February 15 to 21, 2024. Two months before the start of the festival, the stands at the two market venues Gropius Bau and Marriott Hotel are almost already fully booked. Once again, the EFM is expecting more than 11,500…
3 Dec
In every society, art serves as a reflection of the people, their culture, and their values. In developing countries in Africa, art holds immense potential to drive economic growth, create employment opportunities...

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