Festivals

There is a time of the year when Calabar becomes a living stage, when the streets are filled with music, when there are costumes everywhere on the road, when drums …

There is a season in West Africa when food becomes more than food; it is no longer just crops pulled from the soil, but they become symbols of life, survival, …

As the excitement builds for one of Africa’s most anticipated cultural events, the Cross River Tourism Bureau (CRSTB) has officially confirmed that the state is fully primed to host the …

Festive celebrations across Northern Nigeria are vibrant, lively, and impossible to miss. Streets fill with horses and drummers, markets burst with food, music, and crowds, and families take over every …

If you love films and you love “Detty December”, then 2025 is your year. There are packed festival schedules and special Christmas premieres that will give movie lovers plenty of …

The Ilorin Durbar can feel overwhelming when you’re seeing it for the first time: the horses, the drums, the royal riders, the crowds, everything happening at once.  However, once you …

Christmas in Nigeria is more than a holiday; it’s an experience. From dazzling lights and parades to cultural shows and street markets, the festive season brings a special kind of …

Festivals in Nigeria are part of community life. They mark leadership, history, religion, and shared identity.  When they take place, the music, processions, and gatherings follow patterns that people already …

Did you know that in parts of Enugu, no one dares to eat a new yam until the Iri Ji Festival is held? It’s not fear; it’s respect. The festival …

Local music festivals in Enugu are now everywhere. People gather to sing, dance, and have fun.  In the old days, Enugu was known for highlife music with drums and guitars.  …