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Terra Academy for the Arts TAFTA Wows with Bold TALP X Showcase

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1 year ago

July 23, 2025

Terra Academy for the Arts TAFTA stuns at TALP X with vibrant theatre, music and social impact. A bold step for young Nigerian creatives

Terra Academy for the Arts TAFTA once again delivered a masterclass in performance and purpose with its latest edition of TALP X, held on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Terra Kulture in Victoria Island, Lagos.

Also read: BAP Productions and Terra Kulture Present “Motherland The Musical” directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters

The event brought together storytelling, social commentary and creative excellence in a way only Terra Academy for the Arts TAFTA can.

Running from 2 pm to 5 pm, the showcase featured four powerful productions created and performed by TAFTA trainees. Audiences were treated to an emotional journey that sparked both reflection and applause.

One of the crowd favourites was Gbas Gbos, a lively family drama that explored the chaos and comedy of conflict in the home. Its sharp humour and cultural insight made it both entertaining and thought-provoking.

You Say! added lightness with a blend of stand-up and live music. The audience laughed and clapped through relatable stories delivered with charm and rhythm.

In a deeper tone, Endgame explored the emotional weight of toxic relationships and the lasting effects they leave behind. The performance struck a personal chord with many in the room.

Jigida closed the day with a bold narrative on resistance and gender politics. It followed a group of women who pushed back against a broken system, captivating viewers with its message of strength and unity.

I learnt a lot. I was entertained, it was educative and I will do it again. Shout out to TAFTA and BAP.

Speaking after the show, TAFTA Brand Ambassador and actress Bamike Olawunmi-Adenibuyan shared her thoughts.

“I learnt a lot. I was entertained, it was educative and I will do it again. Shout out to TAFTA and BAP,” she said.

Mr JO Umoibom, Academy Lead at Terra Academy for the Arts TAFTA, highlighted the importance of this platform.

“When we train our participants, we give them this opportunity to practise what they have learnt. From rehearsals to today, they are performing on the biggest theatre stage in Nigeria.”

Founded by award-winning director Bolanle Austen-Peters, Terra Academy for the Arts TAFTA offers free creative industry training in scriptwriting, animation, lighting, sound and entrepreneurship.

With a blend of online and in-person learning, it gives young Nigerians the skills and confidence to succeed.

TALP (TAFTA Action Learning Project) represents the peak of this training. Graduates form production teams, build original works and perform live on stage in a celebration of collaboration and growth.

With support from the Mastercard Foundation, TALP X continues to spotlight bold African storytelling.

Also read: Terra Kulture, Mastercard Foundation partner to Empower and Create Work Opportunities for 65,000 Young Creatives Across Nigeria

The July edition sold out, proving again that Terra Academy for the Arts TAFTA is shaping the future of performance in Nigeria.

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Hamzat, Kola Adesina, Liakouris to Headline Real Talk With Kike @7

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5 days ago

September 27, 2026

Basit Saba

Organisers of Real Talk With Kike have unveiled a high-profile lineup of speakers for the programme’s seventh anniversary celebration, which will also commemorate ace broadcaster Kikelomo Atanda-Owo Abati’s more than 20-year journey in the Nigerian media industry.

The milestone event will hold on October 10, 2026, at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos, bringing together leaders from government, business, media and culture for conversations on Nigeria’s future.

Leading the keynote sessions are Dr Kadiri Obafemi Hamzat, Deputy Governor of Lagos State, and Mr Vlassis Liakouris, Group Managing Director of Mandilas Group Limited.

Also confirmed as distinguished speakers are Mr Kola Adesina, Group Managing Director of Sahara Group, and Dr Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji, Founder of Rise Network, while Mrs Bola Adesola, Chairman of the Board of Ecobank Nigeria, will deliver the goodwill message.

The speakers will engage the theme, “The Future of Nigeria: Where Leadership, Innovation, Culture and Media Converge to Shape Nation Building,” exploring how governance, enterprise, innovation and storytelling can shape national development.

According to the organisers, the theme reflects the philosophy that has defined Real Talk With Kike over the past seven years as a platform for meaningful conversations on leadership, society, business, relationships, culture and contemporary issues affecting Nigeria.

For Kikelomo Atanda-Owo Abati, the celebration marks two significant milestones. Beyond the programme’s seventh anniversary, it also celebrates more than two decades of broadcasting, making the occasion a tribute to longevity, impact and the power of dialogue.

The multidisciplinary speaker lineup mirrors the event’s nation-building focus. Hamzat is expected to share perspectives on public leadership and governance, while Adesina and Liakouris will discuss private-sector leadership, enterprise and innovation. Akerele-Ogunsiji will contribute insights on education, youth development and innovation, with Adesola bringing the perspective of corporate governance and financial-sector leadership.

The October gathering is expected to attract policymakers, business executives, media personalities, creatives and guests who have been part of the Real Talk With Kike journey since its inception, reinforcing its reputation as one of Nigeria’s leading platforms for thought-provoking conversations.