Tag: #CreativeIndustry
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BADAGRY STORY HITS BIG STAGE AS ‘GATEWAY CITY’ LANDS iREP NOD
A powerful documentary on Badagry’s history is heading to one of Africa’s top film festivals. A documentary titled Gateway City, spotlighting the rich heritage of Badagry in Lagos State, has been selected for a special screening at the 15th iREP International Documentary Film Festival. Director Viyon Awhanse says the film goes beyond storytelling—blending history, trade,…
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BON, LCDA LAUNCH NOLLYWOOD BOOTCAMP FOR YOUTHS
Lights, camera, opportunity! Young creatives in Lagos set to gain hands-on Nollywood skills from top industry players. The Best of Nollywood Awards (BON) has teamed up with Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA to train young talents in key areas of Nigeria’s booming film industry. According to BON Executive Producer Feranmi Olaoye, the three-day intensive programme will equip participants…
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TIWA SAVAGE LAUNCHES FOUNDATION TO TRAIN NIGERIA’S NEXT MUSIC STARS
Afrobeats queen Tiwa Savage has officially unveiled the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, selecting 100 young talents for specialised training to strengthen Nigeria’s creative industry. Launched Monday at The Delborough, Lagos, the event drew celebrities and dignitaries including Don Jazzy, Mo Abudu, Johnny Drille, Cobhams Asuquo, Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and Senators Florence Ita-Giwa and Daisy Danjuma.…
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AGN CALLS FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN IN NOLLYWOOD
As the world marks International Women’s Day 2026, the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) is pushing for stronger support systems and empowerment opportunities for women in the country’s thriving film industry. AGN National President Abubakar Yakubu said women have played trailblazing roles in Nollywood, contributing immensely as actors, directors, producers, writers, and technical experts. He…
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FASHION CAREERS URGED FOR NIGERIAN YOUTH BY KADPOL FASHION HOD
Fashion is more than clothes—it’s a booming global business that every family should embrace. Dr. Alabi Usman of Kaduna Polytechnic calls on parents to support children in pursuing fashion careers, highlighting its wide scope from design to merchandising, media, and makeup artistry. With growing enrolment and successful alumni, the department’s upcoming runway show in October…
