Festival
8 Feb
It was joy, happiness and celebration unlimited today when the Nyamoke kindred of the Ojoto community in Idemili South Council of Anambra State unveiled the maiden edition of Nyamoke Day. The event had almost all the adult males from the Nyamoke Family Union of Umuchem village in Ojoto in attendance. It was described as a…
16 Jan
A Nigerian delicacy, known as akara has gained popularity in Brazil, where it is now celebrated annually at the Acarajé Festival. This dish, a bean-based deep-fried snack, was introduced to Brazil by enslaved West Africans, predominantly of Yoruba heritage, who were taken to South America centuries ago. In Nigeria, Akara is a common meal, often…
5 Jan
Amidst Nigeria’s economic struggles, Calabar’s streets come alive with nearly two million revellers in stunning attire, celebrating one of West Africa’s biggest street carnivals. Revellers dressed in glitzy, colourful costumes danced down the streets of Calabar, southern Nigeria, last weekend as giant speakers blasted Afrobeats for one of West Africa’s most prestigious carnivals. Every December,…
8 Dec
The city of Abuja was agog with a cocktail of creativity and a rich tapestry of artistic expressions as the Beeta Arts Festival unveiled its fourth edition yesterday at the Abuja Continental Hotel. This year’s festival, with the theme “We Are Here,” opened with an exclusive screening of the movie ‘For Amina’, directed by Lyndsey…
26 Oct
The Abuja International Photo Festival, a transformative platform for young Nigerian creatives, is gaining traction as it empowers youths in the creative industry and connects them with global experts. Now in its 8th year, the festival was founded by Osaze Efe to bridge gaps he encountered in his early career. “When I started in 2012,…
12 Oct
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Saturday, stated his determination to have the Igboora Twins Festival enlisted on the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) platform as a world tourist site. Makinde gave the assurance during the 2024 Twins Festival held at Methodist Grammar School, Igboora, Oyo State. Represented by the Deputy…
11 Oct
The Rivers State Government has expressed its support for the revival of the fashion industry in the state. The government aims to assist individuals, particularly women struggling with their businesses, by providing grants and other support to help them navigate and excel. The project will be implemented through a fashion festival at Obiwali Center between…
14 Sep
In a bid to celebrate the richness of Nigerian cuisine and support local food businesses, Pricepally has announced the launch
27 Aug 2024
In July, news made rounds that media managers of the Osun Osogbo Festival had precluded media houses from broadcasting, publishing, or using any content from the 2024 edition of the annual event without prior permission from the organisers. That was the first time such a caveat was issued. See more facts for Osun-Osogbo festival: celebrating…
18 May 2024
The Osun-Osogbo Festival stands as a celebration deeply rooted in the cultural and spiritual heritage of the Yoruba people of Nigeria. The Osun-Osogbo Festival has a rich history that spans over 700 years. According to tradition, the festival’s origins are rooted in an ancestral occurrence. Here’s the captivating tale: Long ago, a group of migrants…
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