Ake Arts & Book Festival

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Film

You Hide me is considered the first documentary film from English-speaking independent Africa. Shot in England in 1970, You Hide Me captures the visit of two Africans to the British Museum where they discover the extent of the theft and concealment of ancient and rare African Art, specifically Benin bronzes, hidden in plastic bags and 

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Art Showcase: The Art of Sabrina Coleman-Pinheiro

A few months ago, Denrele Sonariwo opened an art gallery in LA, further cementing her hardwork and commitment to the development of the Nigerian artscene. She is keen to introduce the incredible work of Nigeria artists to a larger audience. In this conversation, Denrele talks to Sabrina Coleman-Pinheiro, a visual artist of Nigerian, British and 

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Spirituality and Religion (Intergenerational Discussion)

Seeking a connection to a higher purpose is said to be innate to human beings, but many young people are choosing belief systems that are very different from the paths taken by previous generations. People talk about spirituality but what does it really mean? And where does this leave the increasing number of nonbelievers? Are 

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