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.
Entries for “Ken Saro-Wiwa Prize for Book Review 2023” opens
Submission of entries for the 2023 edition of the annual Ken Saro-Wiwa Prize For Book Review, is open to interested writers.
Egwuh’s artworks spark conversations about life
Ameh Egwuh has again warmed the hearts of many art lovers who gathered at the opening of his third solo exhibition titled “It Was Just a Game” at Rele Gallery, Ikoyi Lagos.
Unveiling Adesida’s Dance of Shadows
From the opening lines to this captivating collection of poems, “The Dance of Shadows”, prolific poet, Adetiloye Adesida, takes the reader on a literary journey to where he calls, “a realm where words weave their spell”.
Masterpieces @ 2023 Sogal Art Auction
One of the most consistent outlets of secondary art market in Nigeria, Sogal Art Auction, is set for its 2023 edition with list of masterpieces and timeless artworks.
My first book sold over 500,000 copies – Godstime
A creative writer, an inventor and CEO of Pen-Digital Nigeria Publishers, Benin City, Assin Godstime’s works have appeared on the official reading lists of schools in Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers and Lagos states. He is also the publisher of Urhobo Current Affairs.
Exhibitions, books and more at LABAF 2023
Lovers of books, art, and culture will be enjoying an array of inspiring events at the 25th edition of the annual Lagos Book & Art Festival, LABAF. Holding from Monday November 13 to 19, 2023 at Freedom Park, Campbell Street Lagos, and virtually, the festival has ‘THE RESET: History and the Darkling Plain’, as the theme for this year’s festival.
Obasanjo, Garvey pick Badagry as Africa Slave Trade Museum centre
Former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo and the leader of the Diasporan delegation to motherland Africa, Dr Julius Garvey have both agreed to have Badagry in Lagos State, as location for the world Africa Slave Trade Museum.
Edo gains stakeholders’ support for heritage policy
Diverse stakeholders from various sectors united at the Ogba Zoological Garden during the recent celebration of World Tourism Day (WTD) 2023, to participate in the Stakeholder Validation Workshop for the Edo State Heritage Protection and Promotion Policy Draft.
Book mirrors youth’s quest for stardom
AH Mohammed’s “I Was a Teen Rock Star” is the incredible story of a grossly misunderstood youngster who strives to realize his dream despite disheartening socio-psychological challenges.
When Obaseki unveiled 2023 Edo State Int’l Film Festival
On October 15, 2023, at Eko Hotels, Lagos, the Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, formally unveiled the Edo State International Film Festival for 2023.
