Arts & Culture
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Tourism, tool for fostering unity in Africa – Minister
The Minister of Tourism, Mrs. Lola Ade-John, on Wednesday urged African youths to embrace the transformative power of tourism to foster unity and progress on the continent. Ade-John made the call at the maiden edition of the Africa Youth Tourism Festival (AYTF), ongoing at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos. The five-day festival is organised by Mr. Ayo Omotosho, a tourism…
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Group seeks partnership with Niger Delta governors on regional festival
The PJ Chills and Crew Company, in collaboration with African Woman Communications Ltd., is seeking a partnership with Niger Delta governors. The partnership is aimed at hosting the maiden edition of the Niger Delta Festival of Art and Culture (NIDEFEST). Mr. Peter Etuk-Akpan, the group’s director general, appealed on Tuesday in Abuja. Etuk-Akpan said that the festival, slated for August…
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Gov. Mohammed lauds traditional institutions’ role in maintenance of peace
Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has commended traditional institutions in the state for their roles in maintaining peace across the state. Mohammed gave the commendation at the government house on Thursday while receiving the Emir of Bauchi, Alh Rilwanu Adamu, and other traditional title holders on a Sallah homage. According to him, his administration will continue to collaborate with…
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Margaret Omolara Sekumade Commemorates Significant 60th Birthday in Grand Style
Marking a significant milestone in her life, Margaret Omolara Sekumade celebrated her 60th birthday with a distinguished Thanksgiving service attended by a plethora of esteemed guests from various spheres of society. The opulent affair took place at the esteemed Elite Banqueting Suite in Slough, United Kingdom, resonating with the essence of the occasion. The event, held on the evening of…
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Gender equality advocate, Eloike bags Change Maker award
Ogochukwu Eloike, renowned Nigerian gender equality advocate, has clinched the highly coveted ‘Change Maker-Gender Advocacy’ category of the prestigious Change Maker Awards. Eloike was recognised alongside other eminent Nigerians from different background at the award ceremony organised by The Industry Women Conference in Lagos. According to Mr Goddie Ofose, convener of the conference, the award was to honour those who have…
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We received 5,020 visitors in Q1–National Museum Curator
Mrs. Oriyomi Otuka, the Curator of the National Museum of Unity, Ibadan, said that no fewer than 5,020 visitors visited the museum in the first quarter of the year. Otuka, who disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Ibadan, said that the number of visitors received in the first quarter was not…
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NICO commends Air Peace on ‘Isi Agu’ attire for cabin crew
The National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO) has commended Air Peace Airlines for the use of Nigerian cultural attire by its crew members. Its Executive Secretary, Chief Biodun Ajiboye, gave the commendation in a statement issued by his media aide, Caleb Nor, on Wednesday. According to Ajiboye, this is in line with the institute’s new national orientation drive, which harps…
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Oyebanji seeks FG’s support for Ekiti Tourism Devt. Master Plan
Gov. Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti has called for support from the federal government for the timely and efficient execution of the Ekiti Tourism Development Master Plan. Oyebanji made the call when the Minister of Tourism, Mrs. Lola Ade-John, visited the state for the Ekiti Hike Mountain Safari and some other tourism engagements. ‘We believe that a strategic plan is indispensable…
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Gov Buni clothes 5,000 orphans in Yobe
Gov. Mai Mala Buni of Yobe has donated wrappers and Guinea brocades worth N10 million to the Orphans and Vulnerable Welfare Foundation. Alhaji Ibrahim Kalallawa, Chairman of the Foundation, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Damaturu. He said the 5,000 beneficiaries were selected across Damaturu Local Government Area to benefit from…
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Lagos govt postpones Easter Boat Regatta
The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture has announced the postponement of its highly anticipated boat regatta, initially slated to hold on Easter Monday, April 1. Mrs. Seriki Omowunmi, Head, Public Affairs Unit of the Ministry, said in a statement issued on Thursday that the postponement was due to the government’s efforts to ensure optimal participation and enjoyment…
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Onyeka Onwenu set to chronicle music journey in upcoming film
Renowned Nigerian musician Onyeka Onwenu says she is working on producing a film that will delve into her experiences, which span decades within the music industry. Onwenu disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Lagos. With a career that stretches back to the 1970s, the ‘elegant stallion’ expressed her eagerness to share…
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Osun: Adeleke presents Staff of Office to new Owa of Igbajo
On Wednesday, Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun presented the Staff of Office and Instrument of Appointment to the new traditional ruler of Igbajo Land (Owa of Igbajo), Dr. Ademola Makinde. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Oba Gboyega Famodun, the former Osun Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who was installed as the Owa of Igbajo by…
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Late Olubadan to be buried Friday — Family
The late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, who died late Thursday, will be buried on Friday evening in Ibadan, a family member has announced. The late Oba, who died barely 72 hours after completing two years on the throne as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, will be buried at his Aliiwo ancestral home by 4 p.m., according to Islamic…
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NGA boss pledges to reposition visual art sector
The Director-General of the National Gallery of Arts (NGA), Mr. Ahmed Sodangi, has restated his organisation`s commitment to reposition the visual art sector in the country. He said that this would enable the artists to key into the creative economy aspect of President Bola Tinubu`s ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’. Sodangi stated this at the opening of an art exhibition of “Landscapes…
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New CBAAC DG tasks staff on dedication, teamwork
Aisha Augie, newly appointed Director-General of the Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilization (CBAAC), has urged members of staff to be dedicated to duty and employ teamwork. Augie made the call on Monday in Lagos at a meeting with her predecessor, Chief Oluwabunmi Amao, and other members of staff. She said that being dedicated to one’s…
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Culture minister seeks Soyinka’s support on preservation of literary art
Hannatu Musawa, Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, has called for the support of the Nobel laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, in providing strategies for the promotion and preservation of literary arts in the country. A statement issued by Nneka Anibeze, Special Adviser to the Minister, stated that Musawa made the call during a courtesy visit to Soyinka. The minister…
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Nigeria-Qatar collaboration key to future opportunities, says Culture Minister
The Minister of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has expressed optimism that Nigeria’s partnership with Qatar in areas of art and cultural exchange will create better opportunities for Nigerians in the future. The minister said this on Monday in Doha, during a state visit to Qatar with President Bola Tinubu and some other cabinet members. The President’s…
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