Ibeme Laurina’s ‘Fragments of Time’ turns memory into marks, layers and form
Through the intimacy of drawing, the expressive possibilities of painting and the layered nature of mixed media, Ibeme Laurina invites us to look at time not as something we have lost
Awontanmi explores the dynamics of Christian leadership
MINISTERIAL ethics are the standards, principles, and broad guidelines that Christian leaders must observe, as ethical practices are upright, honorable, moral, lawful, above-board, and full of integrity. In view of the above, the conduct and lifestyle of modern-day Christian leaders must be defined . But, in this end time when the devil and his agents have invaded the church, and many antichrist are on the prowl, the need for followers to be guided so that they will not fall to the tricks of the so called wolves in sheep clothing becomes a neccessity. And the only way they can do that, apart from constant reading of the word of God is to understand the ethics of Christian leaders.
‘Corruption, lack of justice forced me out of Nigeria’
It was like a beautiful homecoming for once famous Afro folk singer, composer, guitarist and band leader from 60’s to the ’80s , Akeeb Kareem popularly known as Blackman Kareem as he made a surprise appearance at a concert put together by the Beautiful Nubia, where he performed alongside others to the admiration of his fans who trooped out to welcome him.
Lagos story told with aplomb in Baron of Broad Street
It was another gathering of celebrities, poets and book lovers as a new novel, “Baron of Broad Street” weaved around two adventurous youths with an opposing conqueror doctrine but solidly united in optimism was unveiled to the public last week in Lagos.
African Jesus last super preach peace in troubled times
As one enters the gate of St. Pio Catholic church, Surulere, one will be greeted with two gigantic art works that depict Jesus and his disciples designed on the interiors of the walls of the church. The two creative works , carefully put together by an upcoming artist, Mr Valentine Ihemenwa are so monumental as it showcase the rich culture of Nigeria, and also promote unity among the heterogeneous groups.
Family drama echoes reasons for divorce on stage
Bizarre cases of domestic violence are gradually replacing stories on every other aspect of human life, on the pages of dailies and magazines in the country. In recent times, headlines such as Man hacks wife to death for adultery, Man baths wife with acid, Man sets wife ablaze for…,Woman baths husband with hot water while asleep…, and and the stories seem unending as new cases keep cropping up.
