Tag : Nigeria

Artists

'Kaabiyesi: Courts of Influence' addresses the relationship between modernity and tradition in Nigeria. Central to the story of 'Kaabiyesi' are the Obas, kings of the Yoruba people. The Yoruba are one of the largest ethnic groups in West Africa and have their own language and spiritual beliefs. Up...
Lagos is already one of the world's 'mega-cities' - a crime-ridden, seething mass of some 15 million people crammed into the steamy lagoons of southwest Nigeria. Crown Troupe of Africa is based in Bariga, Lagos, and is made up of youths from economically disadvantaged areas. They create work...
Jelili's sculpture is an analysis of the devastating conditions in Nigerian prisons, especially in the cells for those awaiting trial. Suspects can be held in custody indefinitely in what observers say is a gross violation of their human rights. The piece consists of 61 maquette-size female...
'The King and I' is a theatrical representation of the corruption, oppression and bad leadership these actors believe is prevalent in Nigerian government. It is set in a peaceful kingdom known as Aiyedun (Good Life) where the calm is shattered when the townsfolk catch a thief and demand his death...