This body of work explores Soyinka’s legacy through a contemporary visual language. I am creating a series of pop-inspired portraits of Soyinka, infused into traditional Yoruba textiles such as adire …
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WS@92… The communal feasts in Ijegba and London, July 15, 18
by Olateju Wasee Kareem 2 minutes readOn Wednesday, the Wole Soyinka International Cultural Exchange (WSICE) gathers at the Autonomous Republic of Ijegba (ARI), Abeokuta — a space deliberately conceived as one of intellectual independence, where Professor …
- Literary Events & Festivals
LIFANIMA@10… Over 1,298 short film entries received from 120 countries
by Funmilayo Adeniji 3 minutes read“Receiving 1,298 submissions from over 120 countries is a remarkable achievement and a testament to how far LIFANIMA has come in the past ten years. We are proud that creators …
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At 92, Soyinka driving diaspora Africans towards Trans-Atlantic ‘Heritage Voyage of Return’
by The ArtHubby The ArtHub 8 minutes readNext year Soyinka will embark on an ambitious and audacious reverse Trans-Atlantic ‘Heritage Voyage of Return’ and bring back descendants of Africans back to the continent. The plan is to …
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‘Return of Jero’ revives Soyinka’s classic satire for new generation, July 25
by Funmilayo Adeniji 3 minutes readThe play “revisits one of African literature’s most memorable satirical characters, Brother Jero, placing him squarely within the realities of present-day Nigeria. The production explores themes of power, deception, faith, …
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Nigeria Prize for Literature… Countdown to emergence of 2026 Poet laureate begins
by The ArtHubby The ArtHub 6 minutes readLater this month, the longlist of 11 poets would have been out. And they will grace the stage to whet the appetite of culture lovers and literature consumers at the …
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With KAP-SOPA partnership, Nigeria, Benin partner to train next generation of storytellers
by KAP HubNewsby KAP HubNews 5 minutes readThe fully sponsored 12-week intensive filmmaking programme will provide twenty carefully selected young creatives from the Republic of Benin with immersive, industry-led training designed to prepare them for professional careers …
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FESTAC AFRICA, Fondazione Donà dalle Rose announce strategic cultural partnership
by Agency Report 3 minutes readFESTAC AFRICA and Fondazione Donà dalle Rose are pleased to announce a new international cultural partnership aimed at strengthening artistic exchange, sports, cultural diplomacy, heritage preservation, and creative collaboration …
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Nsukka celebrates contemporary African artist, El Anatsui, unveils landmark book
by The ArtHubby The ArtHub 4 minutes readEl Anatsui: The Man, the Myth, the Legend at 80 and Counting is unprecedented in scope and ambition. Featuring contributions from over 100 distinguished scholars, artists, intellectuals, administrators, journalists, traditional rulers, …
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The Swamp Dwellers… Soyinka’s 68-year-old-play returns to stage at Sheffield, June 29-July11
by Jerry Adesewo 4 minutes readMigration remains one of the defining challenges of our time. Across Africa, Europe and beyond, millions of young people leave their communities in search of opportunity, often creating emotional and …
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