Arts & Culture
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NOLLYWOOD STARS GEAR UP FOR THE 4TH AFRICA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (AFRIFF)
Oct 17, 2014After just three editions, the highly acclaimed Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) has become a reference point for notable film festivals of African origin, and the most recognised from Nigeria. Nollywood fast-rising star, O.C. Ukeje said... -
The Rise Of Spoken Word Poetry In Nigeria
Aug 21, 2014Over the years we’ve seen many art events like comedy and music take center stage in different parts of the world. The new addition to Nigeria’s entertainment industry, is Spoken Word Poetry. Spoken word poetry is... -
“A Gun, Not Camera, Should Threaten You” – Bayo Omoboriowo
Jul 22, 2014“Abroad, when you want to take pictures, they pose. Even military men pose. Celebrities pose. But in Nigeria, they run and this is pathetic.” For many years Bayo Omoboriowo flirted with photography, taking pictures of... -
14 Quotes To Inspire You On 2014 Nelson Mandela International Day!
Jul 18, 2014In November 2009, the United Nations General Assembly declared 18 July “Nelson Mandela International Day” to honour the former South African President’s contribution to the culture of peace and freedom (July 18 was the birthday of... -
Traffic Congestion In Lagos: What It Really Looks Like [Pictures]
Jul 7, 2014How long does it take you to get to your office during rush-hour? Four hours? To get to work by 8.00am resumption time, what time do you leave home? Tosin Gbemile, rural reporter’s photojournalist, takes a... -
In Pictures: A Typical Day For Some Children In Rural Communities In Nigeria
Jun 12, 2014In commemoration of today’s World Against Child Labour, RuralReporters.com highlights how a typical day looks like for some children in rural Nigeria. About 215 million children continue to suffer from forced labour and other social insecurities...