Olamidotun Votu-Obada, an author of children’s books, has begun a new series, which she has tagged, ‘Be Inspired by the Greatest’ (BIG). She said the series is aimed at retelling stories and history of inspiring African legends to children across the world. The post With ‘BIG series’, Votu-Obada inspires culture knowledge for children appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News ..read more

Alliance Française de Lagos and the Society for the Performing Arts in Nigeria (SPAN), with the support of the French Embassy in Nigeria, have announced joint celebration of the 2024 International Dance Day (IDD). Both organizations are passionate about celebrating the universal language of movement as International Dance Day, observed worldwide every April 29, honours […] The post Alliance Française Lagos, Society for Performing Arts in Nigeria set for International Dance Day appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News ..read more

No doubt, ‘photopoetry’ and its various alternatives — photopoème, photoetry, photoverse, photo-graffiti, among others — as a genre of literature is growing by the day. The post In Behind The Viewfinder, Adelaja’s lens opens up symphony of experiences appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News ..read more

Lot of people have struggled with fear and worry for years. What is happening in today’s world make fear more pronounced. There are wars, conflicts, persecution, violence, crime, natural disasters, terrorism, economic uncertainty, unemployment, divisions, disease and death. The post In Fear Not, Okolobo deepens Christian faith appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News ..read more

Yesterday, Alexis Galleries, on Akin Olugbade Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, hosted stakeholders in the business of art, as Ikechukwu Ezeigwe’s Monkey Business opened in the facility. The show ends on May 4. The post Ezeigwe deepens monkey business at Alexis Galleries appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News ..read more

The 77th Festival de Cannes, otherwise called the Cannes International Film Festival, will feature an unprecedented, yet self-evident pairing at the head of the Camera d’or Jury. The post Broadcast Content Across Borders appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News ..read more

For many Thailand citizens, families and friends, the Songkran Festival held recently in Lagos, was a unique opportunity to celebrate Thailand’s New Year and culture. The post Songkran Festival… Thai citizens celebrating home away from home appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News ..read more

“Mark these words, Ekiti is the next big thing in the country’s tourism,” Director General, Ekiti State Bureau of Tourism Development, Wale Ojo- Lanre, told The Guardian. “We have so many tourism products here that we are gradually exploring.” He continued, “from eco-tourism to agro- tourism and culture tourism, we are going to harness the […] The post Why Ekiti is Nigeria’s next destination hub, seeks FG support for tourism development appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News ..read more

The Ministry of Education in Delta State has approved 'Distortion,' a book written by ace journalist and trainer Ejiro Umukoro for schools in the state. Umukoro is a recipient of the Distinguished Changemaker Award from the United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM). Her book is a compelling narrative in ‘Distortion’ that transcends borders and […] The post Ejiro Umukoro's ‘Distortion’ approved for schools in Delta appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News ..read more

There seems to be a glimpse of hope, excitement and elation amongt artists and art enthusiasts in Abuja, as the art and craft village located in Wuse has returned with a vibrant presence, signalling a renewed interest in the local art scene The post Excitement as art, craft village renews interest in local art scene appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News ..read more