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Nigeria to showcase indigenous arts, artists at 2024 Venice Biennale – Minister
Nigeria to showcase indigenous arts, artists at 2024 Venice Biennale – Minister
The Minister of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, says Nigeria will participate at the Venice Biennale, scheduled for April 16 to April 18 in Italy.
The Venice Biennale, officially organised by the Museum of West Africa Art (MOWAA) is an annual international cultural exhibition hosted by the Biennale Foundation.
Musawa, through her media aide, Nneka Anibeze, said ahead of the event, the Nigerian pavilion had been set.
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She said this would serve as a platform for Nigerian artists to exhibit their works at the international stage, allowing them to reach a global audience and gain recognition for their talent.
“For the Ministry of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy, the inclusion of the Nigerian pavilion at the Venice Biennale 2024 holds immense significance.
“It is an opportunity to leverage the platform to strengthen Nigeria’s cultural ties with other nations, fostering mutual respect, appreciation and collaboration in arts.
“One of the highlights of the Venice Biennale is the national pavilions, which represent different countries and showcase their artists’ works.
“Each country’s pavilion offers a unique perspective on contemporary art, reflecting the cultural diversity and artistic practices of its nation.
“Nigeria’s pavilion serves as a catalyst for conversations around Nigerian arts and culture, promoting dialogue and understanding between different cultures and societies.
“Our collective aim is to position Nigeria as the world’s culture, creativity and entertainment capital,” she said.
Musawa, who said that the theme for the exhibition is ‘Foreigners Everywhere’, added that pavilion exhibitions would be at the historic Palazzo Salviati in Dorsoduro, near the Gallerie dell’Accademia and would feature eight Nigerian artists.
She said the artists include: Tunji Adeniyi-Jones, Ndidi Dike, Onyeka Igwe, Toyin Ojih Odutola, Abraham Oghobase, Yinka Shonibare, Fatimah Tuggar, and Precious Okoyomon.
She said that Okoyomon’s contribution to the main exhibition at the 2022 edition made her a breakout star.
“Nigeria’s Pavilion will serve as a springboard for future collaborations, exchanges, and partnerships within the global art community.
“The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy is partnering MOWAA to empower cultural professionals to thrive in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
“Africa will be represented by ten countries including Nigeria, Cameroon, Cote d’Ivoire, Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Namibia, South Africa, Uganda and Zimbabwe.
Nigeria to showcase indigenous arts, artists at 2024 Venice Biennale – Minister
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“Go and ask his brother” – Nwoko tells Nigerians asking why ‘Husband’ was not included in Jnr Pope’s obituary
“Go and ask his brother” – Nwoko tells Nigerians asking why ‘Husband’ was not included in Jnr Pope’s obituary
Movie producer, Stanley Nwoko, has advised Nigerians wondering why ‘Husband’ was not included in JohnPaul Odonwodo Aka Jnr Pope’s obituary, to go and ask the late actor’s brother.
On Friday, April 26, the family of the deceased actor released his obituary poster in which he was described as a son, father, Uncle and superstar.
Social media users took to Stanley’s page after he shared the poster, to ask why the title ‘Husband’ wasn’t used to describe Jnr Pope as he was a married man before his death.
Responding, Stanley said he has some information about Jnr Pope but will not share it and instead, directed people to go and ask the late actor’s brother about the Obituary.
“Go and ask his brother” – Nwoko tells Nigerians asking why ‘Husband’ was not included in Jnr Pope’s obituary
Real Warri Pikin, husband celebrate 11th wedding anniversary
Comedienne, Anita Asuoha aka Real Warri Pikin and her husband, Ikechukwu, are celebrating their 11th wedding anniversary today April 27.
Anita shared lovely photos from their vow renewal ceremony held last year and wrote;
‘’Happy 11th anniversary to us
It’s been 11 beautiful years of loving each other, making the most wonderful memories and building dreams together.
Every new year is special, more blessed and more exciting than the last.”
Real Warri Pikin, husband celebrate 11th wedding anniversary
5 things to know about late Nollywood actor, Junior Pope
Popular Nollywood actor, Pope Obumneme Odonwodo, popularly known as Junior Pope, drowned on Wednesday during a movie shoot.
Junior Pope and three of his colleagues died when their boat capsized on the Anam River in Anambra State while returning from a film location.
The President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Emeka Rollas, confirmed his death on Thursday and stated that three other corpses are yet to be found.
Following his death, AGN declared April 11 ‘No shooting day.’ The Guild also placed an indefinite ban on shooting in riverine areas and boat riding, and bared actors from acting in any movie to be produced by Adanma Luke, the producer of the ill-fated movie, ‘The Other Side Of Life.’
1. Junior Pope was born on May 7, 1984, in Cameroon but hails from Ukehe in Enugu State.
2. The actor graduated from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State with a degree in Accounting.
3. He was a Nigerian model and actor known for acting criminal, villain, armed robber, militant and hitman roles.
4. He tied the knot with his wife, Jennifer Awele in 2014 and their marriage is blessed with three children.
5. Junior Pope began his acting career in 2006 and has acted in more than 150 Nollywood movies including ‘Bachelor Eve’, ‘Vengeance of Bullet’, ‘Bitter Generation’, ‘The Generals’, ‘Wrong Initiation’, ‘The Cat’, ‘Nkwocha’, ‘Secret Adventure’, among others.
5 things to know about late Nollywood actor, Junior Pope
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