Yaa Gyasi’s ‘Transcendent Kingdom’ to be Developed into TV Series by Yvonne Orji

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Inkblot Productions and Biodun Stephen Set June Theatrical Release Date For ‘Muri & Ko’

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Nigerian Artist Olaolu Slawn Unveils Innovative Design for 2024 FA Cup Trophy

The Football Association has revealed that the iconic FA Cup trophy will be receiving a fresh look for the 2024…

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Check Out This First Look at Bernardine Evaristo’s Mr Loverman TV Series

The BBC recently offered a tantalizing glimpse into the upcoming Mr Loverman TV series, based on Booker Prize-winning author Bernardine…

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6 African Authors Made it to the 2024 Dublin Literary Award Longlist

Top: Mia Couto, Sharon Dodua Otoo, and Margie Orford. Bottow: Abubakar Adam Ibrahim, Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, and Chidi Ebere. 6…

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It’s Giving Spoilt Brat: Are Gen-Z and Millennials Fuelling a Decline in Traditional Moral Values?

A coworker and I recently had a conversation about the moral values of younger generations, Gen Z and Millennials. As…

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Digitizing and Sustaining the Cultural Traditions of Kano Through a Food Festival

The ancient city of Kano over the years has grown to be one of the leading global commercial hubs in…

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Ras Sankar Wins The 2023 Ellipse Art Project Prize

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Submit Your Manuscripts to Palimpsest Press | Deadline: March 31

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