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‘Japa No Easy’: Obadina’s poetry is unvarnished truth

‘Japa No Easy’: Obadina’s poetry is unvarnished truth

By Femi Morgan One of the concerns of contemporary literature from Nigeria has been the struggle of the individual against the reality of migration. On that score, the writer does not paint relocation abroad in the sentiments of escapism; rather, they do so to aptly underscore the circumstances of survival. Therefore, the ‘japa’ rave remains […]
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How Dickson survived federal might en route to govt house

How Dickson survived federal might en route to govt house

Politics as a game is supposed to be played in a friendly way, but the tendency to win elections at all costs better known as “do or die” attitude of today’s politicians has turned it to a great threat to Nigeria’s democracy.

Unraveling histories, lineage and heritage of Ubulu kingdom

Unraveling histories, lineage and heritage of Ubulu kingdom

The Story of Ubulu Kingdom: A Historical Documentary of The People of Ubulu, written by Esther Nwogwonuwe Wright, is one historical masterpiece that has sparked off discussions and debates about the origin and identity of Ubulu kingdom in Aniocha South, Delta State, Nigeria.

Adedayo’s Nigeria 2.0 explores hidden rich culture

Adedayo’s Nigeria 2.0 explores hidden rich culture

It was indeed another excursion into the unknown as guest were treated to the rich cultural heritage sites during the public presentation of Dayo Adedayo’s new book entitled Nigeria 2.0, the first indigenous photographs and documentation of Nigeria’s cultural and historical artefacts and sites.

Pa Fasuyi, 82, still painting

Pa Fasuyi, 82, still painting

One good thing about Pa Timothy Adebanjo Fasuyi is that even at 82, he is full of life and still painting

Buchi Emecheta: Encomiums for a literary Amazon

Buchi Emecheta: Encomiums for a literary Amazon

Ever since the news about the passing of literary Amazon, Florence Onyebuchi (Buchi) Emecheta late January broke, it’s been accolades from literary communities both within and outside the shores of the country.

The angel called Dr Usman

The angel called Dr Usman

I heard a knock on the door. Dr. Usman stepped in. He walked to the bed and injected some drugs into the drip

I collect artworks to promote culture and creativity – Prince Yemisi Shyllon

I collect artworks to promote culture and creativity – Prince Yemisi Shyllon

Artworks are valued based on the size of the work; the medium of the work; their peer group; how many times the artist has exhibited, and also the last price the work attracted in auctions or amongst key buyers. Artworks are also valued based on the timelessness of the work, the universality of the work, the composition of the work, the passion the artist showed in the delivery or composition, the message of the work, how relevant and contemporary the message is to contemporary and past

Adedayo’s Nigeria 2.0 explores hidden rich culture

Adedayo’s Nigeria 2.0 explores hidden rich culture

It was indeed another excursion into the unknown as guest were treated to the rich cultural heritage sites during the public presentation of Dayo Adebayo’s new book entitled Nigeria 2.0, the first indigenous photographs and documentation of Nigeria’s cultural and historical artefacts and sites. The event which was attended by many lovers of photography and culture at Quintessence Gallery, Parkview, Ikoyi Lagos was a demonstration of hard work that affirms the made in Nigeria campaign.

Unraveling histories, lineage and heritage of ubulu kingdom

Unraveling histories, lineage and heritage of ubulu kingdom

The Story of Ubulu Kingdom: A Historical Documentary of The People of Ubulu, written by Esther Nwogwonuwe Wright, is one historical masterpiece that has already sparked off discussions and debates about the origin and identity of Ubulu kingdom in Aniocha South, Delta State, Nigeria.