Mind of the Masters to explore Nigeria’s amalgamation through art
By Onyeka Ezike The 1914 amalgamation of the Northern and Southern Protectorates of Nigeria by the British colonial administration, under the leadership of Lord Frederick Lugard, is set to receive a fresh interpretation through visual and performing arts. The Mind of the Masters, a Nigerian cultural initiative and curatorial movement dedicated to celebrating and spotlighting […]
Promoting African art, creatives through Access ART X Prize
By Prisca Sam-Duru In the vibrant Nigerian art community where brushstrokes tell tales and canvases narrate stories, talented artists are making waves on the global stage. However, many of these individuals face challenges when it comes to funding and support to actualize their dreams. Many are at various crossroads in life and even contemplating closing […]
My father told us folklores, oral history — Godstime
By Osa Mbonu-Amadi, Arts Editor Assin Godstime is an author who has written more than 20 books. In this interview with Vanguard, he shares a tiny fraction of his childhood story and the titles, especially his “Holy Sinner” published in 2020: What’s your academic background? How did you become a writer? I hold law degrees […]
The weariless art historian, Dr Simon Ikpakronyi
Dr. Simon Odey Ikpakronyi joined the services of the National Gallery of Art, NGA, Nigeria in December, 1993 as Senior Visual Art Officer, having completed his first degree at the Ahmadu Bello University, ABU, Zaria in 1991 and the mandatory National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, programme in 1992.
Fred Agbeyegbe @ 88: Thrilling theatrics for iconic playwright
Iconic playwright and multi-talented intellectual, Pa Fred Agbeyegbe is eighty-eight, and one of the activities held in his honour, was the command performance of one of his numerous plays, “The King Must Dance Naked.”
Fobally Gallery woos collectors, enthusiasts with 45-day discount sales
To address the challenges faced by artists, especially emerging artists in Nigeria, while promoting their works, Fobally Art World Africa is launching a 45-day discounted art sales event.
