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SUMMARY:Open Call: "Ponmo Is A Bird" x Literature Exhibition [Artists & Illustrators]
DESCRIPTION:Noisy Streetss\, Noisy Streetss Publishing and the Noisy Book Club invites emerging and upcoming visual artists and illustrators to respond to Ponmo is a Bird That Has No Place in a Cultured Culinary Sky art x literature submission. \nPonmo is a Bird is an anthology of stories that explores love\, and loving in Detty December. We’re commissioning paintings and digital illustrations that interpret\, reimagine or respond to any story in the anthology. Selected works will be shown at a group exhibition\, featured for sale\, and included in an auction during the event. A Noisy Book Club book club meet-up will be held during the exhibition weekend to invite the broader literary community. \nThis is an opportunity for emerging and beginner local and African artists and illustrators (painters\, mixed media\, digital prints) to get their work out there! It is also a one-of-a-kind literary x art collaboration. \nApplication link (here). \nWEBSITE EXCERPT (Full details here) \nNoisy Streetss invites emerging and upcoming visual artists and illustrators to respond to Ponmo is a Bird That Has No Place in a Cultured Culinary Sky art x literature submission. \nPonmo is a Bird is an anthology of stories that explores love\, and loving in Detty December. We’re commissioning paintings and digital illustrations that interpret\, reimagine or respond to any story in the anthology. Selected works will be shown at a group exhibition\, featured for sale\, and included in an auction during the event. A Noisy Book Club book club meet-up will be held during the exhibition weekend to invite the broader literary community. \nThis is an opportunity for emerging artists to exhibit their work and an opportunity to intersect the art world to literature. \nWho we’re looking for:\nEmerging and beginner local and African artists and illustrators (painters\, mixed media\, digital prints). Works must be original and explicitly inspired by or connected to a story in Ponmo is a Bird. Both framed physical works and high-quality paintings/digital prints are welcome. \nReady to submit? Read the guidelines first\, then click on the submission form here. \nWhat to submit: \n\n2 images of your artwork (JPG/PNG\, 10MB max each) with titles.\nArtist bio (max 150 words) + artist statement (150–300 words) explaining which story inspired the piece and why.\nExact dimensions (cm)\, medium\, year created\, and proposed sale price in NGN (must be between NGN 25\,000 and 250\,000).\n\nSelection and number of artists:\nWe will select 10–12 artists depending on their works. We can accept up to 2 pieces from one artist. Selection is made by the Noisy Streetss curatorial team based on creativity\, relevance to the anthology\, technical quality\, and suitability for exhibition. Applications are reviewed weekly (rolling) — apply early for priority review. \nExhibition tenure & program: \n\nExhibition run: 10 days with an opening reception on day 1.\nBook club meet-up: The Noisy Book Club will host a public discussion during the exhibition (date/time TBC) to encourage attendance from the literary world.\nAuction: Selected works may be offered in a live and online auction during the exhibition weekend. Auction and sale rules below.\n\nPricing & sales:\nArtists propose sale prices in NGN. Compulsory price bracket: ₦25\,000.00 – ₦250\,000.00.NGN  \nImportant dates & how to apply: \n\nRolling submissions: applications reviewed weekly. The deadline to submit is February 28\, 2026.\nSubmit your piece here.\n\nLogistics & terms (summary): \n\nArtists are responsible for delivering works to the venue and collection after sale unless shipping is arranged.\nThe organizer reserves non-exclusive promotional rights to reproduce images for exhibition promotion.\nUnsold works must be collected within 7 days of the exhibition’s close unless other arrangements are made.\nInsurance\, framing and hanging instructions will be provided to selected artists.\n\nQuestions? Email contact@noisystreetss.com  with subject: PONMO ART SUBMISSION. \nReady to submit? Click on the submission form here. \nSubmission Terms & Conditions \nBy submitting work to the Ponmo Is a Bird: Art × Literature Exhibition\, artists acknowledge and agree to the following: \n\nSubmission does not guarantee selection: All submissions will be reviewed by the curatorial team. Only selected works will be included in the physical exhibition.\nNotable submissions may be featured online: In addition to selected works\, the curatorial team may highlight notable or standout entries on Noisy’s social media platforms and digital channels. These features do not imply selection for the exhibition.\nOriginality & ownership: Artists confirm that all submitted works are original\, that they own the rights to the work\, and that the work does not infringe on the rights of any third party.\nUse of images for promotion: By submitting\, artists grant the organiser a non-exclusive\, royalty-free right to reproduce submitted images solely for promotional\, editorial\, and documentation purposes related to the exhibition\, including social media\, website\, press\, and catalogues. Artists will always be credited where possible.\nPricing & availability: Submitted prices are indicative only. Final pricing\, auction participation\, and sales terms will be confirmed with selected artists in a separate agreement.\nRolling review: Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early submission does not guarantee selection\, but may be prioritised during review.\nFurther agreement for selected artists: Artists whose works are selected for exhibition will be required to review and sign a more detailed exhibition and sales agreement\,\nRight to amend or cancel: The organiser reserves the right to amend exhibition details\, timelines\, or programming\, or to cancel the exhibition if necessary\, with reasonable notice.\n\nDetails by @noisystreetsspublishing. \n*** \nDisclaimer: Unless explicitly stated\, ArtGuideAfrica does not own\, endorse and is not affiliated with any event/organisation included on this event calendar. All promotional information for this event belongs to the organiser and is subject to change at the discretion of the organiser. ArtGuideAfrica’s use of this promotional information qualifies as “fair dealing” (also “fair use”) under copyright law. \nThese Event details were last updated on: [27/2/2026]
URL:https://artguideafrica.com/art-event/open-call-ponmo-is-a-bird-x-literature-exhibition-artists-illustrators/
LOCATION:Online Application
CATEGORIES:Africa,Exhibition,Free,in-person,Lagos,Nigeria,Open Call,Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20260217T000000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20260222T235900
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SUMMARY:Call for Submissions: 'Nigeria in the World'
DESCRIPTION:CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS 📣⁠\n⁠\nThe Republic is accepting pitches for its next issue themed ‘Nigeria in the World.’\n⁠\nWe are interested in stories that examine how Nigeria performs on the global stage and how that performance reverberates internally\, in policy choices\, electoral politics\, economic priorities\, civil liberties\, and popular imagination.⁠\n⁠\nHere are the key details:⁠\n⁠\n💼 Type: Paid freelance (pitch-based)⁠\n💰 Pay: $150 – $350 for accepted stories⁠\n📌 Requirement: Original reporting + at least 3 links to previous work⁠\n⏳ Pitch Deadline: 22 February 2026⁠\n📅 Approved Stories Due: 14 March 2026⁠\n⁠\n⁠\nWe’re seeking analysis\, essays\, reportage\, interviews\, fiction\, photo essays and illustrations exploring how Nigeria’s global standing intersects with domestic politics.⁠\n⁠\nWriters\, researchers\, journalists\, photographers\, illustrators — Apply via the link in bio⁠ \n___________\n📷: Ismail Odetola / ATLAS PHOTOS.\n2. Daniwura TCI / Pexels.\n3. Alpha Morgan Gbefwi / ATLAS PHOTOS. \nDetails by @republicjournal. \n*** \nDisclaimer: Unless explicitly stated\, ArtGuideAfrica does not own\, endorse and is not affiliated with any event/organisation included on this event calendar. All promotional information for this event belongs to the organiser and is subject to change at the discretion of the organiser. ArtGuideAfrica’s use of this promotional information qualifies as “fair dealing” (also “fair use”) under copyright law. \nThese Event details were last updated on: [23/3/2026]
URL:https://artguideafrica.com/art-event/call-for-submissions-nigeria-in-the-world/
LOCATION:Online Application
CATEGORIES:Jobs,Lagos,Nigeria,Opportunities,Writers
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20260220T000000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20260227T235900
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SUMMARY:Join The Republic as a Researcher
DESCRIPTION:WE ARE HIRING: RESEARCHERS 📚⚡⁠\n⁠\nThe Republic is looking for detail-oriented and intellectually curious researchers based in Lagos and environs to support our editorial work.⁠\n⁠\nIf you have a deep interest in Nigerian history\, politics\, culture\, and society — and you know your way around archival materials\, media sources\, and interviews — this role is for you.⁠\n⁠\nHere are the key details:⁠\n⁠\n📍 Location: Lagos (remote\, with scheduled in-person interviews)⁠\n⏳ Duration: 2 months⁠\n💻 Structure: Part-time\, remote⁠\n💰 Pay: ₦400\,000 per month⁠\n⁠\nWho should apply:⁠\n⎈ Doctoral students/researchers in history\, political science or related fields⁠\n⎈ Or experienced researchers in journalism or think-tank environments⁠\n⎈ Strong writers with excellent attention to detail⁠\n⎈ Comfortable working remotely and meeting deadlines⁠\n⁠ \n🗓 Deadline: Friday\, 27 February 2026⁠\n⁠\nSee full job description and apply via the link in bio.⁠ \nDetails by @republicjournal. \n*** \nDisclaimer: Unless explicitly stated\, ArtGuideAfrica does not own\, endorse and is not affiliated with any event/organisation included on this event calendar. All promotional information for this event belongs to the organiser and is subject to change at the discretion of the organiser. ArtGuideAfrica’s use of this promotional information qualifies as “fair dealing” (also “fair use”) under copyright law. \nThese Event details were last updated on: [22/2/2026]
URL:https://artguideafrica.com/art-event/join-the-republic-as-a-researcher/
LOCATION:Online Application
CATEGORIES:Jobs,Lagos,Nigeria,Open Call,Opportunities,Writers
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20260221T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20260221T190000
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SUMMARY:The Language of Love
DESCRIPTION:Here’s the final lineup you’ve been expecting! Tomorrow\, at “The Language of Love\,” Mayowa Fagbure (@mayowafagbure)\, Glory Duruem (@gloryadaduruem)\, Angel Nduka-Nwosu (@asangelwassayin)\, and one-time Angels and Muse resident Akumbu Uche will share beautiful and stirring poetry speaking to the different facets of love. Meanwhile\, Damilade Omoniyi (@thedemimikayla) will regale us with a moving book reading. Expect warmth\, laughter\, and the full kaleidoscope of emotions that make us human. \nWe also encourage you to come ready with poetry\, a song\, moving words\, whatever your preferred mode of expression is\, as there will be an open mic session during which the floor will be opened to members of the audience. \n“The Language of Love” is free to attend\, but spaces are limited and will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nDetails by @angelsandmuse. \n*** \nDisclaimer: Unless explicitly stated\, ArtGuideAfrica does not own\, endorse and is not affiliated with any event/organisation included on this event calendar. All promotional information for this event belongs to the organiser and is subject to change at the discretion of the organiser. ArtGuideAfrica’s use of this promotional information qualifies as “fair dealing” (also “fair use”) under copyright law. \nThese Event details were last updated on: [27/2/2026]
URL:https://artguideafrica.com/art-event/the-language-of-love/
LOCATION:Angels and Muse\, 5 Sumbo Jibowu St\, Ikoyi\, Lagos\, Lagos\, 101233\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Free,in-person,Lagos,Limited Spots,Nigeria,Poetry,Registration Only,Writers
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20260221T170000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20260221T210000
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SUMMARY:Talk Your Own
DESCRIPTION:Today\, the room opens. \nEverything you’ve been holding\nfinally has somewhere to go. \nNo performance.\nNo pressure to impress. \nJust a room that will sit with you\nand listen. \nNot casually.\nNot halfway. \nFully. \nThis is rare. \nA space where you are not content.\nWhere your vulnerability is not currency. \nWhere you are seen as a person. \nToday\, that space exists. \n5PM.\nAfrican Artists’ Foundation. \n*** \nEvent Details (by @aaf_lagos). \nDisclaimer: Unless explicitly stated\, ArtGuideAfrica does not own\, endorse and is not affiliated with any event/organisation included on this event calendar. All promotional information for this event belongs to its organiser and is subject to change at the discretion of the organiser.   \nThese Event details were last updated on: [21/2/2026]
URL:https://artguideafrica.com/art-event/talk-your-own/
LOCATION:African Artists’ Foundation (AAF) Lagos\, 3B Isiola Oyekan Close\, Off Adeleke Adedoyin St\, Victoria Island\, Lagos\, Lagos\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Free,Lagos,Nigeria,Open Mic,Registration Only
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