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How BOBAFEST is Inspiring a New Narrative for Borno
In November 2022, Sa'id Sa'ad, an international journalist and writer, initiated the Borno Books and Arts Festival (BOBAFEST) in Maiduguri, the capital city of Nigeria's Borno State. His vision was…
Music and Bacardi Dance: The Rhythmic Pulse of South African Upbeat Groove
Bacardi Dance, with its infectious energy and booty-shaking moves, has taken the…
How BOBAFEST is Inspiring a New Narrative for Borno
In November 2022, Sa'id Sa'ad, an international journalist and writer, initiated the…
A New Wineskin: Content Creators Making Amusing Parodies of Popular Tunes
As a lifelong music lover, I have always been fascinated by the…
From Playing Adamu in A Tribe Called Judah to Kuranga in Anikulapo Series, Usman Uzee Exudes Versatility
"With the release of the new film Anikulapo: Rise of the Scepter,…
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