Tourism: SNA Urges FG To Promote Art Work

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March 26, 2024

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Tourism: SNA Urges FG To Promote Art Work—The Society of Nigerian Artists (SNA) has urged the Federal Government to promote art work in the country to boost tourism.

The president of SNA, Mr Muhammad Suleiman, made the called in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Tuesday in Abuja.

He said that the Nigeria`s long history in art would translate to great economic growth with the support of governments, as well as promotion of art works in the country.

Suleiman said that arts was ranked billions in some African countries like Kenya, but wondered why Nigeria with a remarkable history in art had nothing to show for it.

According to him, this is the time for the Ministry of Art, Culture and Creative Economy to look inward and to ensure that art translates to a better economy.

“Nigerian history in art is dated back to 1897, but those that came after that are taking advantage to transform their economy.

“How can our works in British museum generate a lot of money for them, while we are not making use of them.

“People talk about Nigerian art and artists, but in the sector they are not getting the recognition and these are the areas we need to look at,” he said

The president explained that the products that come from Nigerian art were designed from artistic things one could watch abroad.

“They come as monument, watch value and as a stock from time to time. They come as generation of things, where you want to tell about the future of places and ideas.

“Art is designed in such a way that it caters for tourism by its own deliberate attempt, in ensuring that those places that have been provided as tourism sites must have art as its own backing

“What that means is that we have to get in professionals to develop and look into that not just landscaping, but historically to ensure that places you are entering represents the culture of those people there,” he said.

He said that in some places they called them museum, other call them gallery while some call them park.

Suleiman said that in Nigeria they were trying their best by ensuring that one or two things that we do see here would be able to create places for tourism.

“But what is still missing is the translation, the interpretation of art into those places.”

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JUST IN: Nollywood Thrown Into Mourning As Actor Alexx Ekubo Dies At 40—-Popular Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has reportedly passed away at the age of 40 after a prolonged battle with cancer.

Reports which emerged on Tuesday evening stated that the award-winning movie star had been privately battling the illness for some time before his death, throwing the Nigerian entertainment industry into deep mourning.

News of his passing has since triggered an outpouring of grief across social media, with fans, colleagues, and celebrities paying tribute to the actor known for his charisma, elegance, and versatility on screen.

For months, concerns had grown among fans over Ekubo’s absence from public appearances and social media activity. His last major online post dated back to late 2024, fueling speculation about his health and wellbeing.

Born Alex Ekubo-Okwaraeke, the actor studied Law at the University of Calabar and also earned a diploma in Mass Communication. He first gained national attention after emerging as the first runner-up in the 2010 Mr Nigeria competition — a breakthrough that opened the doors to a successful acting career in Nollywood.

Ekubo quickly became one of the industry’s most recognisable faces, admired for his ability to interpret a wide range of roles. His performance in the 2012 movie In the Cupboard earned him the Best Actor in a Supporting Role award at the Best of Nollywood Awards.

Beyond acting, his personal life often attracted public interest, especially his relationship with American-based model Fancy Acholonu. The pair became one of Nollywood’s most talked-about celebrity couples after announcing their engagement in 2021.

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BREAKING: From Words to Ring: Lizzy Anjorin Accepts Iyabo Ojo Boxing Challenge—–Nollywood stars Iyabo Ojo and Lizzy anjorin set for potential showdown as rivalry takes new turn

Actress Lizzy Anjorin has accepted the boxing ring challenge issued by her colleague Iyabo Ojo, adding a new turn to their long running public dispute.

The development began after Iyabo Ojo shared a video of herself training and challenged Lizzy Anjorin to a boxing match. She also called on businessman Emeka Okonkwo, known as E-Money and music executive Soso Soberekon to sponsor the proposed fight.

Lizzy Anjorin responded by accepting the challenge and criticised Iyabo Ojo in her post, questioning public support and describing her as a certified failed actress with zero achievements.

She also asked Iyabo to set a date for the fight and insisted she was ready.

“ABEG MK WE START BETTING NOW
TEAM LAWAL OR TEAM SISI MAMA ???

“PAULO SIS MAMA AMBASSADOR BABY OIL I CHALLENGE YOU AND IYABO OJO SEPETERI THE CERTIFIED FAILED ACTRESS WITH ZERO ACHIEVEMENTS TO PICK A DATE FOR THE FIGHT
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NA WHY I NO DRAG U GO COURT THAT TIME
BUT I’M READY ANYWAY NOW
DOCTOR KAN
AMBULANCE KAN
POSI MEJI,” she said.

In another post, Lizzy Anjorin also reacted to Iyabo Ojo’s partner Paulo Okoye, over his suggestion that their disagreement should be settled in a boxing ring. She challenged him to a 10 round fight with her husband before any match involving her and Iyabo Ojo.

The latest exchange adds to a long running dispute between both actresses, which has played out publicly on social media over the years, with repeated back and forth comments and accusations.

At different points in the conflict, Iyabo Ojo had shared a video mocking Lizzy Anjorin, which escalated tensions between both sides. Lizzy later made allegations against Iyabo, leading to further public exchanges and legal threats.

Iyabo Ojo had demanded a public apology and threatened legal action over alleged defamatory statements, including a compensation claim.

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