Cortisol: Dabo’s art prescription for healing
The artist whose artistic journey is inspired by a tradition enriched with memories of art, love for people, and communal existence, notes that his work focuses on spotlighting the unseen aspects of Africa's history, cultural heritage, and identity.
GraceFM launches new music album
In a world where the marginalized are often overlooked, Mrs. GraceFM Paul Nkem, an entrepreneur and gospel artist, is making a difference through her annual empowerment programs and charity outreach initiatives.
Masked Realities: A bold exploration of identity and heritage
The Masked Realities exhibition, held at The Playroom in Archway from January 20th to January 27th, offered an immersive and thought-provoking journey into the resilience, cultural heritage, and unseen struggles of Black women. Featuring works from Sinatra Zantout’s NO EYE CAN SEE ME series, the exhibition merged mixed-media art, photography, and storytelling to challenge perceptions […]
The return of King Jaja of Opobo
Today, history is made as the legendary King Jaja of Opobo, through a debut solo exhibition of paintings by Ibim Cookey, makes a comeback at Alexis Galleries, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Tribute to my friend Kenny Fasipe @ 60
From stanza two of the popular Christmas songs,”Carol of the Drum”, also known as “The Little Drummer Boy”, the composer, Katherine Kennicott Davis
I’m releasing 6 albums for my 60th birthday – Kenny Fasipe
Kenny Fasipe, a musicologist, music producer, music director, multi-instrumentalist and more, turns 60 on January 8, 2025.
Chinshaka addressing problem of his homeland with art
A story was told of how Sandra Izsadore, a female Black-rights activist who met Fela in California during his ten-month US tour with Koola Lobitos in 1969, ridiculed the type of songs Fela was playing and encouraged him to go and play songs that will address the problem of his people. Fela got the message, and thus was born Afrobeat.
Olele’s nostalgic memories of Abule-Oja
Why do people write autobiographies? Some do it out of a sense of triumphalism. Others do it to leave behind a defence for their own actions. Still others do it because they think their stories are worth telling.
Aliu Gafar delivers stellar performance as Esusu in Seven Doors
The much-anticipated movie series Seven Doors by Femi Adebayo has finally premiered, currently showing on Netflix, and captivating audiences with its intricate storytelling and compelling characters.
A review of Favour Ben’s art exploring spirituality and identity
Renowned as one of the talented artists putting Nigeria on the global art and entertainment stage, UK-based multifaceted visual artist, storyteller, and filmmaker, Favour Ben, recently participated in a group exhibition in the United Kingdom.
BAP’s ‘Dear Kaffi’ returns, takes Lagosians into the New Year
As Nigerians continue to soak in the myriad of entertaining activities to wind down the year, Dear Kaffi, a captivating story about love and society, has returned to the scintillating stage of Terra Kulture Arena to add to the yuletide fun. The play, directed by the acclaimed Queen of theatre in Nigeria, Bolanle Austen-Peters, returned […]
