Cultural Heritage
7 Mar
Netflix has announced its upcoming release, "House of Ga'a," directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters, as a way to commemorate women in arts. The film delves into the 18th-century life of Bashorun Ga'a, a kingmaker in the old Oyo empire, Dorothy Ghettuba, Netflix's Director of Content in Sub-Saharan Africa, expressed excitement about collaborating with one of the…
24 Feb
Legros LKM stands out as one of the most complete and versatile artists in Guinea, seamlessly blending dance and music with unparalleled skill and finesse. With a career that spans various artistic disciplines, Legros LKM has established himself as a multifaceted talent, captivating audiences with his unique blend of creativity and passion. Born Amadou Koumbassa…
19 Feb
The Federal Government has announced plans to establish the Kanem Borno Museum, aimed at preserving Kanuri cultural artefacts. The Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa announced this at the just concluded Kanem Borno Cultural Summit and Colloquium in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. Musawa said that the Kanem Museum when established,…
31 Jul 2023
The traditional ruler of Ayede, Odo-Ala, in Akure North Local Council of Ondo State, Oba Bakare Jimoh, has expressed concern over the waning interest among younger generation in embracing the cultural heritage and values of their forebears. The monarch, while highlighting the importance of cultural preservation, appealed to the government at all levels to provide…
27 Apr 2023
Speaker of House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, has canvassed technology deployment in preservation of Nigeria’s museums and other cultural heritage.