Filmmaking
17 Feb
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, on Friday, emphasized the government's commitment to youth development and empowerment at the Kwara Books and Arts Festival (KWABAFEST). The Governor highlighted key initiatives and projects aimed at nurturing talent, fostering creativity, and equipping the youth with essential skills. The event, themed "Transcendence," focused on celebrating creativity, innovation, and the…
21 Oct 2023
Filmmaking in Nigeria continues to set standards in the international stage as Bayo Brahms recently screened his short film “A Portrait of Durbar” at the Foundation Takeover Films event in London. Born Bayo Akanbi from Ikire, Osun State, Bayo considers himself a purist of the artform. His films are emotionally driven, using socio-cultural impact and…
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A Nigerian coach is in line to be named as the new helmsman of the Super Eagles as the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) are poised to announce the new head coach, bringing an end to weeks of speculation and discussion regarding the replacement for Jose Peseiro. The NFF's decision-making process involved a deliberation on whether…
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