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…
Like every year, the Hill-Top Creative Arts Foundation (HCAF) is set to open Nigeria’s season of literary, art, and book festivals come January 14-18, 2025, through her annual HIASFEST. HIASFEST is the largest teen arts festival in Africa and the most comprehensive cultural festival in Nigeria. It spans four days in the city of Minna…
My phone beeped to announce a new email. It was from Zainab Dzukogi, the director of the Muktar Aliyu Art Residency, Minna. I hesitated. It has been around a week since I sent my application. What if the email was informing me that I hadn’t been selected? But as a writer, I was already used…
