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Tope Akintayo

Tope Akintayo is a Cultural Manager, Anthologist/Curator, Creative Director, and Publisher with special interests in the arts, creative industries, classical and contemporary culture, and sustainability.
46 Articles

Promise O’nali’s “Falling into Dream” Explores How Dreams and Desires Shape Reality

The ongoing exhibition titled "Falling into Dream" invites you to immerse yourself in the realm of the subconscious, where the…

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10 Reasons Pharrell Williams is a Brilliant Choice as Louis Vuitton Men’s Creative Director

The announcement of Pharrell Williams as the new creative director of Louis Vuitton's men's collection has garnered significant backlash from…

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4 Black Female Harpists Making a Lasting Impact in the World of Classical Music

The harp is a magnificent instrument that has captivated audiences for centuries. It is an instrument of grace, elegance and…

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This South African Fashion Brand is Conscious of the Environment

The fashion industry is a global powerhouse, shaping trends and influencing cultures on a massive scale. But with its emphasis…

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This 25-Year-Old Artist is Using Art To Build A Cancer Aid Fund For Nigerians

Every year, more than 10 million people fall victim to cancer, with a staggering 70% of these deaths occurring in…

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Why We Created a Hands-on Writing Internship for a New Generation of Culture Critics

With the growth in Africa's cultural and creative scene in the last few years comes an increase in demand for…

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Bobby Okposin Observes the State of Nigeria in New Poem

Herein, Bobby discusses his new poem Let’s Talk About Us. What’s the creative process behind this poem like? How did…

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Aninoritse Ejuliuwa Weaves Africa’s Resilience into a Pantoum

Herein, Aninoritse discusses her new poem "Trickles and Torrents". What’s the creative process behind this poem like? How did you…

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Chidera Anikpe Asks His Mother About Death

Herein, Chidera discusses his new poem, "How To Love A Boy For Whom Blue Is Not Merely A Color." Please…

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Minority Representation in a Constantly Evolving World: Notes from the Ibom International Art and Book Festival

When we talk about minorities, what do we refer to? I bet the first definition to cross your mind is…

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The Artist and the Art: Ibom Art and Book Festival’s artist lineup explores the various mediums

Following The Moveee's coverage ahead of the Ibom International Art and Book Festival, we had spoken to multidisciplinary artist Burns…

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Ibom Fest: Burns Effiom to headline conversations around the connection between artist and their culture and identity

This July, at the Ibom International Art and Book Festival, painter, poet, designer, performance artist, and curator Burns Effiom will…

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