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Durbar Festivals in Nigeria: How Jigawa and Ilorin Are Rising Beyond Kano’s Shadow

Introduction: A Shift in the Saddle For many decades until now, the Kano Durbar reigned supreme as the most iconic equestrian festival in Nigeria. Steeped in centuries of tradition and royal pageantry, it was the cultural heartbeat of Northern Nigeria. However, a power tussle in 2024 and 2025 between the reinstated Emir of Kano, Muhammadu …

Ojude Oba: Nigeria’s Dazzling Festival of Royal Homage and Unity

Imagine a sea of vibrant fabrics swirling to thunderous drumbeats. Magnificent horses, adorned in embroidery, parade proudly. Grand societies compete in dazzling displays of dance, fashion and prestige. At the centre sits a revered king, receiving the joyous homage of his people. This is “Ojude Oba Festival”, also known as “The King’s Forecourt” — a …

Belgian Envoy Hosts Showlate Entertainment Delegation, Commends Cultural Canvas Event

The Ambassador of Belgium to Nigeria, His Excellency Pieter Leenknegt, on Thursday welcomed a delegation from Showlate Entertainment Limited at the Belgian Embassy in Abuja, following the successful Cultural Canvas, Arts, and Festival Exhibition held on March 8, 2025.The delegation, led by Mr. Ken Gbados, Media Relations and Publicity Management Consultant, on behalf of the …

Belgian Envoy Hosts Showlate Entertainment Delegation, Commends Cultural Canvas Event

Gateway Games 2025: A Festival of Sports, Culture, and National Unity

The just-concluded 22nd National Sports Festival, aptly tagged Gateway Games 2025 because it was held in Ogun State, also known as the Gateway State, was more than just a Nigerian-style Olympic event — it was a spectacular fusion of sportsmanship, cultural celebration, and the showcase of Ogun State as a tourist dream destination.The sports festival, …

Ègbáliganza 2025: How the Lisabi Festival Is Reviving Egba Culture and Making Global Waves

The 38th edition of the Lisabi Festival was a resounding celebration of history, heritage, and the creative evolution of the Egba people. Held on the 5th of April in Abeokuta, Ogun State, the festival honoured the enduring legacy of Lisabi Agbongbo Akala — the valiant warrior who liberated the Egba people from the tyranny of …

Cultural Canvas Art and Festival Exhibition 2025: A Journey Through Nigeria’s Rich and Diverse Heritage

On March 8, 2025, the FCT Exhibition Pavilion Centre in Abuja became the stage for an unforgettable celebration of Nigerian culture, where art and tradition converged to create a mesmerizing tapestry of heritage and innovation. The event was organized by Showlate Entertainment Ltd and held under the inspiring theme “Preserving Nigeria’s Cultural Heritage: Leveraging Art …

Asọ-Ẹbí: The Heart of Yoruba Owambe Parties in Nigeria

Asọ-Ẹbí is a Yoruba expression meaning “family cloth.” Aso Ebi is an essential and cherished element of Yoruba Owambe parties in Nigeria. It represents more than just fashion; it embodies a profound sense of unity, cultural identity, and shared celebration among family and friends. Asides from the English translation, the term Asọ-Ẹbí arises from the traditional practice …

Embracing the Thunder: A Global Journey Through the 2024 World Ṣàngó Festival

Ṣàngó Festival is a festival celebrated by the Yorubas in Oyo state in remembrance of the 3rd Alaafin (King) of the Oyo Empire in the western part of Nigeria. Ṣàngó was a fierce warrior king who reigned for 7 years around 1300AD and was deified after his death as the god of Thunder, Fire and …

FG, Showlate Entertainment move to collaborate on cultural ventures

In a strategic effort to bolster collaboration within Nigeria’s burgeoning creative industry, the Minister for the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa-Musawa, hosted a delegation from Showlate Entertainment Limited at the ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. The meeting was centered on discussions aimed at forging partnerships and aligning goals that would significantly …