KADIFF UPDATES

 THE FOUNDER OF KADIFF AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL FELICITATES WITH MUSLIM FAITHFUL AT EID-AL-ADHA The Executive Director Kaduna international film festival and Vice chairman Nigerian film festivals Association Audu Kashim Israel felicitates with Muslim faithful around the world on this year's Eid-Al-Adha celebration.  Audu in his message reads - "Eid al-Adha, also known as Eid al-Kabir, is a major Islamic festival commemorating the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son Ismail (Ishmael) as an act of obedience to God's command. While Ismail was ultimately replaced by a ram, the story emphasizes themes of submission to divine will, sacrifice, and generosity. The festival is celebrated worldwide by Muslims, with Qurbani (animal sacrifice) and sharing with the less fortunate being central practices". This story can also be found in the Bible though with little similarities. According to the Bible, God commanded Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac. However, i...

 KADIFF MOURNS MOPPAN NATIONAL PRESIDENT ALHAJI MAIKUDI UMAR  The Founder of Kaduna international film festival and Vice chairman Nigerian film festivals Association Audu Kashim Israel has expressed shock over the sad news of the death of Motion pictures practitioners association of Nigeria (MOPPAN) National president Alhaji Maikudi Umar also known as Cashman . "Late Alhaji Maikudi was a humble, loyal and committed man, the few years I have known him he was very supportive of the Kaduna international film festival since it began in 2018. He has served as a panelist, resource person, Zonal coordinator and until his death a member of the 8th Kaduna international film festival board of jurors. Indeed! His death was a personal loss to KADIFF"  "Your support and contribution to KADIFF cannot be forgotten, you have made an impact to the industry, whenever I call you to attend our programs or even serve in any capacity during our festival or program you never say No! I remember...

 KADIFF BOSS AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL CONGRATULATES KCCN ON IT 15TH ANNIVERSARY  The Executive Director Kaduna international film festival and Vice chairman Nigerian film festivals Association Audu Kashim Israel have congratulated the Korean cultural centre Abuja on its 15th anniversary today in Abuja.  Audu was represented by Amb. Ms. Patricia Okwusor North Central coordinators for the 8th Kaduna international film festival and Ibrahim S. Abdul media team 8th Kaduna international film festival. In his message "Audu expressed gratitude for the invitation by the director Korean cultural centre Abuja Kim Chang Ki and the management of KCC. The Korean cultural centre Abuja has played a key role in promoting cultural exchange between Nigeria and Korea over the years most especially in Food, music, film and arts. Many Nigerians have found KCC as a home to learn Korean language and watch Korean movies through Korean film festivals. Indeed the impact is being felt. Congratulations and...

  KADIFF BOSS, AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL CONGRATULATES KOREAN CULTURAL CENTRE ABUJA ON HANBOK EXHIBITION  Ms. Patricia Okwusor North Central zonal coordinator for the 8th Kaduna international film festival who is also a Nollywood actor this evening represented Audu Kashim Israel the executive director Kaduna international film festival and Vice chairman Nigerian film festivals Association at the Exhibition of "Hanbok, Reborn as Art" Opening ceremony at the Nike art Gallery Abuja Nigeria. The event is organized by the Korean embassy in Nigeria and Korean cultural centre Abuja.  Audu who was invited by the Korean cultural centre Abuja sends his best wishes to the KCC Abuja and His Excellency Kim Pankyu Young-Chae Ambassador of the Korean embassy in Abuja. "I am very much interested in identifying with culture and cultural exchange. The work of arts makes us see the beauty of our society and the world at large as it brings us together in unity and love. Thank you for all you do fo...

  EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR KADIFF AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL FELICITATES WITH CHRISTIAN FAITHFUL AT EASTER  The founder of Kaduna international film festival and Vice chairman Nigerian film festivals Association Audu Kashim Israel felicitates with Christian faithful around the world during this year's Easter celebration.  "Easter is a Christian holiday that commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, a pivotal event in Christianity signifying victory over death and the promise of eternal life. It's a celebration of hope, renewal, and the ultimate victory of God's love and power. Easter also reinforces the belief in the resurrection of the body and life everlasting, central tenets of the Christian faith. Easter marks the end of the 40 days Lenten season of fasting, prayers and alms giving which began on Ash Wednesday followed by the Easter Triduum". "As I reflect on this year's Easter celebration I cannot but feel the pains of some Nigerian citizens in the Plateau, B...

 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR KADIFF AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL FELICITATES WITH MUSLIM FAITHFUL AT EID-AL-FITR   The Executive Director Kaduna international film festival and Vice chairman Nigerian film festivals Association Audu Kashim Israel felicitates with Muslim faithful around the world on this year's Eid al-fitr celebration which marks the end of the Holy month of Ramadan. His message - Eid al-Fitr is an Arabic word written : عيد الفطر, It is the first of the two official holidays celebrated within Islam (the other being Eid al-Adha). Eid al-fitr serves as a reminder of the importance of spiritual devotion, community bonds, and compassion towards others. By understanding the significance of Eid al-Fitr and embracing its teachings, This celebration is a reminder to reflect on the spiritual lessons learned during Ramadan, such as self-control, compassion, generosity, love, tolerance and discipline. While reflecting on this year's Eid al-fitr celebration, everyday we read about differ...