Muktar Aliyu Art Residency, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria, is proud to announce the launch of THE MAAR REVIEW, a vibrant new annual journal that showcases the finest writings and visual arts from across Africa. This stunning physical journal will be published annually, offering a unique platform for African creatives to share their stories, perspectives, and…
The quest to get Minna designated as a UNESCO City of Literature got a boost yesterday as the Goernor submitted a letter seeking the endorsement of the Nigerian National Commission for UNESCO (NATCOM). Mr Governor’s letter was received on behalf of the Secretary General of the Commission by Mr Ojo M. Oluwafemi, together with the…
(Being a Book Review of Niger State Under Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago: A Great Democrat by Sayuti Ibrahim Halilu published by Polasphere Books Ltd., Minna, in 2024) There are two perspectives to view today’s books presentation. First, is the literary attempt by Hon. Sayuti Ibrahim Halilu to document for posterity the activities of Governor Mohammed…
The Trustees of the Hill-Top Creative Arts Foundation (HCAF) have appointed Ibraheem Uthman (Lonely Poet) as its new Administrative Secretary. The appointment is for a period of two years. This is after considering his untiring and dedicated efforts towards helping to midwife the new phase of modern HCAF, especially as the Foundation expands and gets…
The Niger State Government, Minna Emirate and writers in the state are making efforts to get Minna, the capital of Niger State designated as a UNESCO CITY OF LITERATURE. In a statement by Prof. Mohammed Kuta Yahaya, he stated that the effort to bring Minna city to the global arena of literature started in the…
