Tribune Online BIC Art Master Africa sets to bring African culture to life In preparation for its flagship art competition, Art Master Africa, BIC has called on creatives across the region to depict their interpretation of Ubuntu (or One Africa), this year’s competition’s theme, using the iconic BIC ballpoint pen. This year’s theme, however, invites artists to express what unity and interconnectedness within Africa means to them. To […] BIC Art Master Africa sets to bring African culture to life Tribune Online ..read more

Tribune Online Peju Alatise: A storyteller and her committed art There are some interviews you don’t want to end because of the depth of your interviewee. Their responses are reasoned and illuminating. You come away from such encounters excited that your reader would enjoy the conversation just like you did. This was my experience with the interdisciplinary artist, architect and author Peju Alatise, who clocks […] Peju Alatise: A storyteller and her committed art Tribune Online ..read more

Tribune Online A journey around medical college with Anya A review of Ike Anya’s Small by Small Becoming a Doctor in 1990s Nigeria. Masobe Books; 2023 by OLAYINKA OYEGBILE. Medicine is my lawful wife, and literature is my mistress. When I get [fed up with] one, I spend the night with the other – Anton Chekov THE symbiotic relationship between writing and medicine has […] A journey around medical college with Anya Tribune Online ..read more

Tribune Online Big Brother Naija’s Lucy Essien Becomes FWS’s Brand Ambassador ACTOR and former Big Brother Naija housemate Lucy Edet Essien has become the brand ambassador of Fidossi Wines & Spirits (FWS), a leading distributor of Italian wines and spirits brands in Nigeria. The company recently signed on the Big Brother Naija star in Lagos. She is expected to leverage her rising profile to lead the […] Big Brother Naija’s Lucy Essien Becomes FWS’s Brand Ambassador Tribune Online ..read more

Tribune Online Marcellina Akpojotor brings Joy of More Worlds to London The artist’s first solo exhibition in London is a significant milestone in her artistic journey. AFTER solo outings in Lagos and Los Angeles, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife-trained artist Marcellina Akpojotor is set for her first solo exhibition in the United Kingdom. ‘Joy of more Worlds’ will be at the Rele Gallery, Dover Street, London, from […] Marcellina Akpojotor brings Joy of More Worlds to London Tribune Online ..read more

Tribune Online Economic importance of Ogun festival in Ondo land Ogun, otherwise regarded as the god of iron, is said to be one of oldest deities that Olodumare sent to the earth for the creation of the universe. However, there are other various myths surrounding its existence as regards its origin. History has it that Ogun was a professional hunter. His love for hunting was […] Economic importance of Ogun festival in Ondo land Tribune Online ..read more

Tribune Online Amidst a gloomy climate, Bassey sees the invisible A review of Dr Nnimmo Bassey’s poetry compilation, ‘I See the Invisible’ by Betty Abah. IT is good to start on an exciting assertion, as exciting as its yellowish cover, that ‘I See the Invisible,’ a collection of poems by globally renowned environmental activist and writer, Dr Nnimmo Bassey, is by far his best poetry […] Amidst a gloomy climate, Bassey sees the invisible Tribune Online ..read more

Tribune Online Celebrating black women with Adesola’s portrait art of diverse, fresh themes WHEN artist Olamide Adesola emerged in the art scene, she was met with the challenges of a crowded genre-portrait art. However, her unique approach, influenced by her Nigerian heritage and a central focus on black women in leadership, sets her apart. With each group exhibition, Adesola’s creative strength grows, offering a fresh perspective on themes […] Celebrating black women with Adesola’s portrait art of diverse, fresh themes Tribune Online ..read more

Tribune Online Oguntokun: Painful demise of theatre’s revivalist The founder of Renegade Theatre and Theatre Republic died on Wednesday, March 27, in Canada. Igi ti o to ki pe ni igbo. That is, straight trees don’t last long in the forest, the Yoruba say in lamenting talent cut down by death in its prime. This saying immediately came to mind late Wednesday evening […] Oguntokun: Painful demise of theatre’s revivalist Tribune Online ..read more

Tribune Online United States deepen creative ties with Nigeria Three new initiatives in music, movies and innovation will further boost the growth of Nigeria’s phenomenal creative industries. THE United States of America, a significant supporter of Nigerian arts, culture, and entertainment, has further deepened its cultural ties with the country by launching new initiatives to boost creative industries, technology, and innovation. The projects in […] United States deepen creative ties with Nigeria Tribune Online ..read more