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10th Luli Concert

Sep 17 - Oct 2, 2026 Lagos

Ongoing

The 10th Luli Concert is a large-scale gospel music and worship event held in Lagos to celebrate a decade of Christian fellowship and evangelism. Organized by the El-Berachah Worship Ministry, the anniversary...

Gospel Music Christian Fellowship +4

The Global Knowledge Festival

Sep 17-20, 2026 Uyo

Ongoing

The Global Knowledge Festival is a four-day summit scheduled for September 17–20, 2026, in Uyo, Nigeria. It serves as a multidisciplinary platform for leaders, innovators, and changemakers to explore the intersection of...

Knowledge Leadership +7

Victoria Island Carnival

Sep 18-20, 2026 Lagos

Ongoing

The Victoria Island Carnival is a three-day community celebration in Lagos that showcases the stories, creativity, and spirit of the people living in the Victoria Island district.

Carnival Cultural events +4

September to Remember

Sep 20, 2026 Abuja

Starts today

September to Remember is an annual comedy and music festival held in Abuja, Nigeria, hosted by the comedian and on-air personality Ambassador Waahala. The 2026 edition, themed 'The Pensioner,' features a lineup...

Comedy Music +5

The Value of Belief — Collectors, Conviction and the Making of Cultural Futures

Sep 1 - Nov 30, 2026 Lagos

Ongoing

The Coronation Art Gallery in Lagos hosts a three-month exhibition titled 'The Value of Belief — Collectors, Conviction and the Making of Cultural Futures.' Running from September through November 2026, the showcase...

Exhibition Contemporary Art +5

Annual New Yam Festival of Onicha-Olona Community

Sep 13-26, 2026 Onicha-Olona

Ongoing

The 2026 Annual New Yam Festival of Onicha-Olona Community is a traditional cultural event scheduled to take place from September 13th to September 26th, 2026, in Onicha-Olona Community, Delta State, Nigeria.

Traditional Festival Cultural events +1

2026 World Pharmacists Day celebration

Sep 19-27, 2026 Oyo State

Ongoing

The 2026 World Pharmacists Day celebration, organized by the Oyo State branch of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), is a week-long event scheduled from September 19 to 27, 2026. This celebration...

Healthcare Professional Development +3

Nigeria Cup

Sep 19-27, 2026 Lagos

Ongoing

The 29th Nigeria Cup, a golf tournament and mini-festival, celebrates Nigeria’s Independence anniversary. It takes place from September 19 to 27, 2026, at Ikoyi Club 1938 in Lagos, featuring golf competitions, diverse...

Golf Sports +5

Son of Patience

Sep 1-30, 2026 Lagos

Ongoing

Host Ifeanyichukwu Ogbonnaya, known as M.O.P, brings the fourth annual "Son of Patience" comedy show to Lagos this September. Located at the MUSON Centre's Shell Hall, the event combines humor and music...

Comedy Stand Up +5

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