Nigerian artist Fola David is seeking the Guinness record for the largest drawing by an individual after spending six days on his piece in a stadium in the commercial capital Lagos. A drone view of the complete piece covering over 1,000 square meters at Onikan stadium in Lagos, Nigeria on July 21, 2024. REUTERS The … Read more
Meghan Markle has called Nigeria her “home” in a touching letter she penned to the the Oluwu of Iwo — a ruler of Nigerian society. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex last month ventured to the West African country for a three-day tour, during which the “Suits” alum referred to Nigeria as “my country.” During … Read more
The bustling Nigerian film industry known as Nollywood certainly keeps directors busy: In the past decade, Daniel Oriahi has made over 25 movies. But the filmmaker hit a new career breakthrough when the Tribeca Festival accepted his latest, “The Weekend,” a simmering thriller about in-laws with nightmarish appetites. The selection brings the 41-year-old director welcome … Read more
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s camp spoke out following a report that the couple were allegedly welcomed in Nigeria by a wanted United States fugitive. On May 18, the Daily Mail reported that the Sussexes were flown around Nigeria for their three-day tour last week by Air Peace, which is founded by Dr. Allen Onyema. … Read more