Across continents and cultures, people want to be seen, to belong, to live with dignity, and to experience peace, purpose, and love. For me, this is, and has always been, …
The years may pass, projects may come and go, but the friendships and shared memories remain among the most rewarding parts of this work. ONE of the best gifts of …
No one understands the emotional textures of Lagos, Kano, Enugu or Jos better than Nigerians themselves. Our objective should not be to imitate Hollywood, Bollywood or any other tradition, but …
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The Drum Remembers… ‘Sound, Story and Strategy: Reimagining Nigerian Music for the Next Decade’
I am not saying artists should become some kind of moral police. Yes, Creativity must remain free and experimental. But freedom without reflection can slowly damage culture. When music constantly …
‘Hope is a Word’ is a film about resistance through self-expression: In Nigeria’s Niger Delta, where oil extraction has poisoned the land for decades, poet and activist Nnimmo Bassey nurtures …
From a shortlist of ten films, three outstanding winners were announced at the ceremony, attended by the iREP Directorate, Lead Trainer Tunde Kelani, and distinguished guests. Congratulations to the winners, …
Documentary reminds us that storytelling is not only about entertainment; it is also about witness, accountability, and understanding. Across fifteen years, iREP has been privileged to host remarkable films and courageous …
Mothers of Chibok is historic because it reframes the narrative. It does not sensationalize pain. It dignifies it. It does not exploit trauma. It honours it. And in doing so, …
…this win is so much bigger than a trophy. It is proof that Nigerian stories, told with truth and craft, can stand shoulder to shoulder with the best in the …
…technology does not erase culture, it extends it. If we harness its power with care, creativity, and consciousness, we can ensure that the performing arts of the future are not …
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