The daughter of late Emir of Kano, HRH Alhaji Ado Bayero, Princess Zainab .J. Ado Bayero, has been in the media a lot lately both for her professional endeavours as well as her personal family crisis.

Art is a profound expression of freedom that transcends barriers and speaks directly to the soul. A curated celebration of individuality, emotion, and storytelling, “Art is Freedom” was the theme of a solo exhibition that showcased 25 works by Olawale Oyenubi, which ran from 6-8 December 2024 in Ikoyi, Lagos.

Legends never die is the debut solo online and travelling exhibit of Olasukanmi Oyelusi. It is a body of work made up of thirteen pieces that delves deep into the profound exploration of the immortality of humans through their legacies which is particularly poignant in today’s rapidly changing world.

Few months after the release of his debut novel “Behind the Doors of Fate” (2024), Dr. Prince Nduka Alum released yet another un-put-down-able fictionalized true story.

By Osa Mbonu-Amadi, Arts Editor Gbolahan Olanipekun’s participation in Black History 365 art exhibition by OurHeritage UK, which took place in November 2024, was part of his broader engagement with themes of African identity, culture, and resilience. This exhibition included Olanipekun’s works that celebrate African culture and traditions while exploring universal themes of empowerment and […]

As the Nigeria creative industry evolves, more extremely talented artists push their way into the art space with bold statements about the country’s impressive position in the global art scene.

In her new book titled “Ask Before You Speak”, award-winning writer, public speaker and consultant, Elizabeth Samuel, highlights the right questions to ask after receiving a public speaking invitation.

… Offers free registration By Osa Mbonu-Amadi, Arts Editor The Director General of National Institute of Hospitality and Tourism, NIHOTOUR, Dr Abisoye Fagade, has offered personnel of the industry free registration with the institute, implying it’s a Christmas gift that comes early and runs from December 1, 2024 to January 15, 2025. Dr Fagade unveiled […]

In collaboration with Djulieplace, Pretonia Humanitarian Outreach held a day programme to mark Global Entrepreneurship week and World Diabetes Day.

One of the most anticipated productions at the Lagos Fringe 2024, ‘A Palm Tree In London’, was finally staged on 23rd and 24th November, 2024 at Freedom Park, Lagos.

Osa Amadi Beth Model Management, Africa’s foremost modelling agency, has proudly announced the 15th anniversary edition of Future Face, the iconic model search competition dedicated to discovering Africa’s next top models. Following physical castings in ten African countries and thousands of digital applications from all over the world, the Future Face 2024 grand finale will […]

In the 21st century contemporary art environment, always loud in figurative and representational forms, particularly among artists of African origin, few have refused to be in that crowded scene.

The Chairman, Society of Nigerian Artists (SNA), Edo State chapter, Mr. Fred Aghedo, recently expressed displeasure with Nigerian primary and post primary education curriculum which merged Fine and Applied Arts with Performing Arts which he said is making it difficult for pupils and students who want to choose Fine and Applied Arts as a profession to understand the subject different from Performing Arts.

US-based Nigerian language evolutionist and creator, Prof. Alex Igbineweka, has called on Nigeria and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) member nations to adopt Guosa Language as a common central language among the various countries of West Africa as Swahili does for East and South Africa. 

Scheduled to premiere at Nigeria’s flagship and most prestigious film event, the Zuma Film Festival, is Mai Martaba, the epic drama that has garnered both national and international attention.