Ghanaian poet and literary coach, Nana Asaase, made another appearance this year, at the Lagos International Poetry Festival.
The programme which was held from October 27-29, 2022 saw performances from other poets from other parts of the world.
The festival featured other poets such as Aremo Gemini (Nigeria), Jolyn Philips (South Africa), Renaud Dossavi (Togo), Loveth Liberty (Nigeria), Mbali Malimela (South Africa), Dike Chukwumerije (Nigeria), Emma Ofosuah, and many others across the world.
Nana Asaase, a renowned poet from Ghana, also hosted the 28th October 2022 session of the festival at the British Council in Lagos, Nigeria.
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Known for his coruscating wit and unfettered command over language, Nana dazzled patrons with thought-provoking poems.
Proud of his roots, Nana Asaase did not only present woven words, he interspersed his delivery with music of Ghanaian origin, making the popular Ghanaian Yaa Amponsah highlife give life to his entire artistry.
The Lagos International Poetry Festival, 2022, was themed “Babel… A New Language.”
It brings together poets, writers, artistes, and thinkers from across the world to Lagos for a week of conversations, readings, performances, workshops, and adventure.
Founded in 2015 by poet Efe Paul Azino, it has established itself as one of the continent’s annual art and culture highlights.
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By: Kwame Dadzie | Ghana Weekend
