The Arts

Colours, culture on display as Victoria Island carnival lights up Lagos

Colours, culture on display as Victoria Island carnival lights up Lagos

By Prisca Sam-Duru & Onyeka Ezike Victoria Island Lagos’ daily activities, usually marked by deafening sounds from corporate engines, horrific traffic and noise from several commercial activities are being replaced  by a different kind of vibe – entertainment. This is as Downtown Promotions lights up the streets of Victoria Island with its unveiling of the maiden […]
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Don’t blame showbiz for woes  of National Theatre

Don’t blame showbiz for woes of National Theatre

What is happening to the National Theatre? The people yearn for entertainment. Performing Artistes are eager to earn a living and stay alive, meanwhile the main arena; the main auditorium of the building is shut down, unused for nearly two decades? The reason for this was that it needed minor repairs and that grew to major repairs then to major general repairs. Hence, the artists drifted out of the theater and took to the “Green roof” of the almond trees …(Abe igi).

The Governor unravels intrigues in corridors of political terrain

The Governor unravels intrigues in corridors of political terrain

The riveting tale of Angella Ochello, the Deputy Governor of imaginary Savanah State is most timely as Nigeria and indeed most African countries grope in darkness while searching for political salvation. The political elite have so much destroyed the sector that many believe nothing good can ever come out from there, hence, people with conscience keep away from politics even when their ideas and efforts could impact greatly on the country.

Emore siblings celebrate creativity with I AM

Emore siblings celebrate creativity with I AM

While many young Nigerians in the Diaspora find it difficult to come home, two young Nigerians are set to storm the country, not just for the coming sake but to showcase their talents. The duo, Oghenemeyoma and Oritsegbemi Emore who are coming, courtesy of their art-loving parents will be here for their first joint exhibition tagged I AM.