By Dupe Olaoye-Osinkolu
From Ottawa, Canada
All roads lead to the Cultural Centre, Mokola Ibadan this Friday for the Association of Nigeria Theatre-Arts Practitioners (ANTP)’s first annual National Conference.
The highly anticipated event promises to bring together the crème de la crème of the theatre-arts industry, renowned professionals, featuring lectures, goodwill messages, and interactive sessions
According to the conference schedule, Dr. Rasak Oyadiran, CILG, will deliver the presidential welcome address.
Other expected speakers include Dr. Bashir Akande Lazeez of the University of Ibadan, who will lecture on “How to Be a Successful Theatre-Arts Practitioner in the 21st Century”
– Elder Tunde Kelani, filmmaking giant, who will share insights on film making in a live interview
– Asiwaju Oyewole Olowomojuore (Baba Gebu), Board of Trustee member, who will give the keynote address
Amb. Prof. Busari Shamsudeen Akande, Secretary to the Council, CIML, USA, who will speak on “Embracing Unconventional Leadership”
Ambassador Fatoyinbo Olaniyi, who will discuss “How to Use Android Phones to Create Contents and Earn Money Online”
– High Chief Ifayemi Elebuibon, Araba of Osogboland, who will deliver a special lecture on “Oyè Ilè Yoruba ati Eré Àgbéléwò”
Chief Lere Paimo, MFR, BOT Chairman, will offer special anniversary blessings.
The conference will commence with opening prayers by Imam Alhaji Abbas Giwa and conclude with closing prayers by Pastor Bisi Sunday.
