The Potential of Nigeria’s Creative Economy
From the electrifying rhythms of Afrobeats to the captivating styles of Nigerian fashion, Nigeria’s creative industry is on its way to making a significant impact on the world stage. In this article, you’ll be exposed to snippets of Nigeria’s creative economy and the potential that lies within, it as we explore the three of […]
SOTO Gallery Presents Charred Visions: Textures and Tensions
SOTO Gallery Presents Charred Visions: Textures and Tensions, a group exhibition of works by Uche Uzorka, Chukwumereogo Okeke, and Uchay Joel Chima. Read more about Arts SOTO Gallery is a Lagos-based exhibition space that showcases contemporary African art in unique and innovative ways. They promote community-oriented, forward-thinking, and inclusive art practices through their extensive […]
Funding In The Nigerian Creative Industry
The Nigerian Creative Industry has been recognized as one of the country’s most dynamic economic sectors contributing 1.42% to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2013, with an estimated annual revenue of $590m. Read more about Business Financing is the most crucial aspect of any film project, because the production team needs funding to […]
Men You Should Know: Obi Asika
Born on the 3rd of October, 1968, Obi Asika is a Nigerian creative industries entrepreneur. He is known for his involvement in the growth of Nigeria’s music industry, as the founder and CEO of Storm 360 – an indigenous music label which spawned entertainers including Naeto C, Ikechukwu, Sasha P, General Pype, L.O.S., Ms Jaie, […]
Union Bank Intervention Funds: CIFI and MAS
Central Bank of Nigeria Creative Industry Financing Initiative In a bid to improve access to long-term low-cost financing for entrepreneurs and investors in the creative and information technology (IT) sub-sectors, the Central Bank of Nigeria in collaboration with the Bankers’ Committee launched the Creative Industry Financing Initiative (CIFI). This project is part of efforts made […]
ColabNowNow 2019: Apply For The British Council Young Digital Creatives Program
Are you a young Digital Artists and Storytellers? Here is an opportunity to move your art to the next level with the third edition of ColabNowNow. The British Council invites young digital creatives to take part in this edition of the ColabNowNow in partnership with Maputo Fast Forward and Fak’ugesi African Digital Innovation Festivals. ColabNowNow […]
Did You Know? The CBN is Giving Up to ₦500 Million in Loans to Creative Businesses
The Central Bank of Nigeria says it’s now disbursing loans to businesses in the creative industry. It’s looking to provide funding worth up to ₦500 million to enterprises working in this space, as part of its Creative Industry Financing Initiative (CIFI). The sectors targeted by this program are fashion, information technology, and entertainment. If you’re […]
African Creative Exhibition And Awards 2018: What to Expect at the Second Edition
Creative MSMEs have invaded Nigeria and we certainly are not complaining. In 2016, it became apparent that Nigeria was an import driven nation and that was how the “Buy Naija to the grow Naira” came to be. However, various sects of the economy are realising that for Nigeria to diversify and become an export-driven nation, […]
The ‘Ember Months are Here Again with More Sales to Be Made Online!
Are you a business owner, entrepreneur or a professional in need of a side hustle or currently nurturing one? Are you losing out on sales/transactions because of the cost of building an e-commerce website? With over 71% of businesses thriving in the digital space, making sales with their e-commerce websites from over 97m Nigerians online, getting […]
See 25 Interesting African Films at the 5-Day Film Festival for Free
Are you looking for the best place to celebrate Nigeria’s Independence Day? Then get ready for the 2015 Film Festival by Lights Camera Africa!!! At no charge at all, you’ll experience fun like never before while promoting Africa’s creative industry for 5 days. Venue: The Marquee, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos. Date: 30 September – 4 October, […]
Business Profile: Danny ImageWorks Enterprise
Danny ImageWorks creates great graphic works for clients ranging from vector illustration, Ad designs, photo manipulation, 3D artworks and more. The company also creates great brand identity that suits clients’ personalities, whether for an individual, or for a firm, profit or non-profit. In providing the above services, they bring clients a package full of creativity […]
9 Interesting Naija Twitter Hashtags and the Handles That Drive Them
Hashtags are a great way to join in conversations on Twitter. Some of them are simply used to make a series of tweets on a particular subject easier to find, like #marriedsex, while others are used to host twitter chat shows, like #NHBi. Here is a selection of unique hashtags guaranteed to open your eyes […]
Davido Tops Nomination List at MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA)
Pop sensation, Davido emerges as one of the most nominated artiste at this year’s MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA). The ‘Aye’ singer got 4 nominations alongside South African artists Mafikizolo and Uhuru as they go head-to-head for Song of the Year, Artist of the Year and Best Collaboration. Other Nigerian music stars including PSquare, 2Face, […]
Attend the Enterprise Creative Investment Readiness Boot Camp
Do not miss this opportunity to hear from seasoned entrepreneurs like Seyi Taylor, Chika Nwobi and Sanyade Okoli at the 2-day Investment Readiness Boot Camp. Register now on www.enterprisecreative.org Date: 13-14 June, 2013. Venue: British Council, Ikoyi, Lagos.