The Arts

Smile Studies: Uncovering the social mask behind that facial curve

Smile Studies: Uncovering the social mask behind that facial curve

By Osa Mbonu-Amadi Nigerian visual artist and curator, Adeola Ayoyinka Erinfolami investigates embodied emotions in a new series aptly titled, “Smile Studies.” As the broad title suggests, Smile Studies anchors on the various shapes of the mouth accompanying a smile. This collection demonstrates Adeola’s interest in turning fashion and textile materials into documentations. Each piece […]
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NAFEST 2025 postponed amid National Security concerns

NAFEST 2025 postponed amid National Security concerns

The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy has announced the postponement of the 2025 edition of the National Festival of Arts and Culture (NAFEST), which was originally scheduled to begin on Saturday, 21 November 2025, in Enugu State.

Irie Vibes 2025 blends Reggae with cervical cancer screening

Irie Vibes 2025 blends Reggae with cervical cancer screening

To mark its 7th edition this year, Irie Vibes returns with the vibrant fusion of music and advocacy, offering an exciting mix of reggae performances and free cervical cancer screenings; a humanitarian tradition that has defined the festival since its inception.

Tejumola Animashaun’s art: Finding healing in stillness

Tejumola Animashaun’s art: Finding healing in stillness

Tejumola Animashaun is a compelling multidisciplinary artist. Her work forms a bridge between traditional and digital media, creating multiple layers of visual narratives and exploring themes of identity, womanhood, and societal boundaries.

Reclaiming Truth” at 2025 AKÉ festival

Reclaiming Truth” at 2025 AKÉ festival

In a time when misinformation spreads faster than facts, and narratives are engineered to obscure realities, the annual Ake Arts and Books festival sets out in this year’s edition with a powerful theme, “Reclaiming Truth.”

Demola Ogunajo exhibits Womb 2 Street at Soto Gallery

Demola Ogunajo exhibits Womb 2 Street at Soto Gallery

Renowned artist Demola Ogunajo, known for blending a pop-art aesthetic with graphical design and illustration, his works raises the collision of the mundane and the mythic, where bumper sticker slogans meet celestial battles.