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Ara Commends Renaming of National Arts Theatre to Honor Wole Soyinka

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Ara praised Soyinka as a profound admirer and advocate of African culture, urging the younger generation to follow his example. Speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos, she applauded President Bola Tinubu for renaming the National Arts Theatre as Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts. Ara also called on the Federal Government to continue honoring artists while they are alive.

“This development is very welcome; he is our first black Nobel laureate and truly deserves more,” Ara remarked. “At 90, his time with us is precious, and I am immensely proud of his accomplishments. It should become a tradition to consistently honor our artists.”

   

Recalling her encounters with Prof. Soyinka, Ara shared memorable moments that underscored his humility and authenticity. She recounted how he once queried her choice of the talking drum at an event in his honor and later sent her a heartfelt message on her 40th birthday.

“Ara emphasized that Soyinka’s respect for and dedication to African culture are exemplary traits for others to emulate,” she stressed. “She also encouraged everyone to be true to themselves and to dare to be different.”


 

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Basketmouth Criticizes Nollywood for Failing to Showcase Nigeria’s Culture In TV Shows

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Bright Okpocha, widely known as Basketmouth, has criticized Nigerian filmmakers for failing to highlight the country’s vibrant culture in their movies.

The renowned comedian and filmmaker voiced his disappointment during an interview with Hip TV, where he discussed the missed opportunities by some filmmakers to positively represent Nigeria’s heritage, particularly in epic movies.

Basketmouth lamented that many of the recent epic films lack authenticity and fail to reflect the depth of Nigerian culture.

Instead, he argued, they often come across as overly theatrical or staged.

Sharing his thoughts, he said, “We had a golden opportunity to showcase our culture, but many filmmakers missed the mark.

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Most of the epic movies I’ve watched look more like stage plays than real representations of our heritage.

It’s disheartening to see such potential go to waste.”

He added, “I’ve watched several epic movies, and very few have left a lasting impression on me.

We had a great chance to make an impact, but it feels like we blew it.

However, I believe there’s still time to turn things around and get it right.”

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Fola Tinubu Expresses Gratitude To Actress Iyabo Ojo On Her 47th Birthday

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Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin’s husband’s former spouse, Fola Tinubu shows gratitude and appreciation to Nigerian Actress Iyabo Ojo, for her 47th Birthday.

Iyabo Ojo’s friends and colleagues wishes her a birthday and all share a wish for her to be granted more life while sharing heartfelt notes.

Fola Tinubu shares photos of Iyabo Ojo and write a heartfelt message to her colleague. “May your special day be filled with the same joy and love you’ve always given me, Queen Mother

Happy birthday to an amazing woman. Wishing a blessed birthday to the woman who’s been a spiritual mentor and a loving presence in my life. You’re one in a million, My Woman
Happy birthday @iyaboojofespris”.


 

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Nigerian Singer Odumodublvck Collapses During Performance At Native Land

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Nigerian Singer and Rapper, Odumodublvck collapses on Stage during performance at Elegushi Beach in Lagos State.

The performance was sponsored by the Annual Nativeland event, other artists were also sponsored such as Bloody Civilian, Ayanfe and so on. A cvdeo of the Singer falling goes viral online and Fans show concern and pray for the recovery of Odumodublvck.


 

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