Enugu Photo Festival Concludes its First Edition: Shades of Coal – Revisiting Time

November 30th marked the grand conclusion of an extraordinary month of events, culminating in the first edition of the Enugu Photo Festival. Curated by Chidera Sam-Eze, this year’s theme, “Shades of Coal – Revisiting Time,” captured the rich history and enduring legacy of Enugu’s coal mining communities. The closing ceremony, held at the iconic Bona […]

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Honouring History: The 75th Anniversary of the Iva Valley Coal Miners Massacre.

On November 18th, 2024, a remarkable gathering took place at the National Museum of Unity in Enugu, Nigeria. Hundreds of people from all walks of life came together to commemorate the 75th anniversary of a pivotal yet tragic event in Nigeria’s history: the Iva Valley Coal Miners Massacre of 1949. This gathering wasn’t just a

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“Road to Riches” Photo Walk and Discussions Captures the Legacy of Enugu’s Railway and Coal Mining History.

Yesterday 16th November 2024 marked a significant moment at the ongoing Enugu Photo Festival, themed “Shades of Coal- Revisiting Time,” as participants embarked on the “Road to Riches – The Railroad that Brought Gifts” photo walk. The journey began at the historic Coal Preparatory Plant, where a group of history enthusiasts, photographers, and local residents

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Enugu Photo Festival 2024: A Tribute to Coal Mining Legacy Opens at the National Museum of Unity, Enugu

The Enugu Photo Festival 2024, themed “Shades of Coal – Revisiting Time,” officially opened on Friday, 1st November at the National Museum of Unity, Enugu. The exhibition serves as a vibrant homage to the coal mining history that shaped the city’s identity, resilience, and contribution to Nigeria’s industrial growth. Guests began arriving as early as

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Announcing the First Edition of the Enugu Photo Festival: Shades of Coal – Revisiting Time

We are thrilled to announce the First Edition of the Enugu Photo Festival, a cultural event that brings the rich history of Eastern Nigeria to life through the lens of photography. The festival, running from November 1st to 31st, 2024, will be hosted at the National Museum of Unity Enugu and curated by the Enugu

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