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DG KADIFF AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL Pays Courtesy Visit to the National Gallery of Art Nigeria for Strategic Partnership

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 DG KADIFF AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL Pays Courtesy Visit to the National Gallery of Art Nigeria for Strategic Partnership The Director General of the Kaduna International Film Festival (KADIFF), Audu Kashim Israel, paid a courtesy visit to the headquarters of the National Gallery of Art (NGA), Nigeria, to explore opportunities for a strategic partnership between the two organizations. He was received by Mrs. Ekene Okoroma, Director of General Services at the National Gallery of Art, alongside other members of the management team, on behalf of the Director General of the National Gallery of Art, Mr. Ahmed Sodangi. The meeting focused on identifying areas of collaboration between KADIFF and the National Gallery of Art, particularly in the areas of capacity-building workshops during the upcoming festival, the organization of creative competitions, the production of visual arts documentaries, and other initiatives aimed at promoting arts, culture, and creative expression in Nigeria. The discu...
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THE DG KADIFF AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL FELICITATES WITH MUSLIMS FAITHFUL AT EID-EL-KABIR

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  THE DG KADIFF AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL FELICITATES WITH MUSLIMS FAITHFUL AT EID-EL-KABIR  The Executive Director Audu Kashim Israel felicitates with Muslims faithful on this year's Eid Al-Kabir. Rooted in the Islamic calendar (Zulhijjah), this "Festival of Sacrifice" commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's (Abraham) absolute submission and obedience to Allah's command to sacrifice his son. As Muslims across the world celebrate Eid Al-Kabir, the Kaduna International Film Festival (KADIFF) extends warm greetings and heartfelt felicitations to the Muslim Ummah, filmmakers, creative professionals, partners, and supporters of the festival. Eid Al-Kabir reminds us of the timeless virtues of faith, sacrifice, obedience, compassion, and humanity as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (AS). It is a season that inspires reflection on our responsibilities to one another, the importance of unity, peaceful coexistence, and the spirit of giving. At KADIFF, we believe that storytelling through fi...
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THE DG KADIFF AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL FELICITATES WITH CHRISTIAN FAITHFUL AT EASTER

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  THE DG KADIFF AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL FELICITATES WITH CHRISTIAN FAITHFUL AT EASTER  The Director General of the Kaduna international film festival Audu Kashim Israel felicitates with Christian faithful at Easter.  In his Message Audu highlights the significance of Easter and the sad security situation in Nigeria. "Easter is one of the most important Christian festival, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after his crucifixion. It signifies victory over sin and death, confirms Jesus's divinity, and offers hope for eternal life. Easter marks the end of the 40 - day Lenten season (Which began on Ash Wednesday) and the beginning of the Easter season". "As we celebrate this sacred season of Easter, a time that symbolizes sacrifice, renewal, hope, and victory over darkness, I extend my warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. Easter reminds us that even in the most difficult moments, light will always triumph over darkness. It is a call for reflec...
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THE DG KADIFF AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL FELICITATES WITH MUSLIMS FAITHFUL AT EID-AL-FITR

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 THE DG KADIFF AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL FELICITATES WITH MUSLIMS FAITHFUL AT EID-AL-FITR  The Director General Kaduna international film festival Audu Kashim Israel has sent a felicitation on this year's Eid Al-Fitr to all Muslim faithful.  Eid al-Fitr, the "Festival of Breaking the Fast," is a major Islamic holiday marking the end of Ramadan's month-long fasting, prayer, and reflection. It signifies gratitude to Allah for strength, celebrates spiritual rejuvenation, and reinforces community bonds, charity (Zakat al-Fitr), and joy with family.  Muslims thank Allah for the strength to complete the fast, often with special congregational prayers, new clothes, and festive meals. A vital part of this day is Zakat al-Fitr (charity given to the needy), ensuring that everyone can participate in the festivities and fostering a spirit of generosity. The day emphasizes strengthening family bonds, visiting relatives, exchanging gifts, and fostering unity within the community.  A...
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KADIFF APPOINTS ZONAL AND INTERNATIONAL COORDINATOR FOR ITS 9TH EDITION

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KADIFF APPOINTS ZONAL AND INTERNATIONAL COORDINATOR FOR ITS 9TH EDITION  The Kaduna international film festival has appointed Zonal and international Coordinators ahead of the 9th Kaduna international film festival scheduled to hold from 25th to 29th August 2026 with the theme "Cultural Renaissance" .  The Coordinators Includes; NORTH CENTRAL  * HOOMSUK JIBRIN  * CARTOON FILMS TV * LOUIS WISE  * UMAR ALI YAKUBU  NORTH WEST  * MANSOOR SADIQ  * OLADIMEJI OLUWASEGUN  * ABDALLAH AMDAZ  * MC KAYODE  NORTH EAST  * ABUBAKAR DAN BAIWA  * GAMBO USMAN KONA  SOUTH WEST  * ZACK FRANCIS INEYDO  SOUTH EAST  * JP NWANGANGA SOUTH SOUTH  * HRH SNAZZY INTERNATIONAL COORDINATORS * NOMI MZAMANE - SOUTH AFRICA  * KWEZI PATRICK - UGANDA * ASHIRAF MULIMA - UGANDA * NAKAFEERO SHAMIRAH SUZAN - UGANDA Audu Kashim Israel, Executive Director Kaduna international film festival in his remark congratulates and appreciates t...
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR KADIFF AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL FELICITATES WITH CHRISTIAN FAITHFUL AT CHRISTMAS

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR KADIFF AUDU KASHIM ISRAEL FELICITATES WITH CHRISTIAN FAITHFUL AT CHRISTMAS The Executive Director Kaduna international film festival Audu Kashim Israel Felicitates with Christians at Christmas 2025. In his message he highlights the significance of Christmas.  The word Christmas means “Christ’s mass” or “mass on Christ’s day.” The term originated from the Middle English Christemasse, which came from the Old English Cristes mæsse. (In Roman Catholicism and certain other Christian groups, a mass is a celebration of the Eucharist.) Christmas is a Christian festival to mark the birth of Jesus Christ. Christmastime, running from Advent (a 4 week time of preparation and waiting) through Epiphany, is a season rich with countless religious and secular traditions that bring together family, faith, and culture while emphasizing themes of hope, joy, generosity, and goodwill. Christmas is a major time for family gatherings, reconnecting, and strengthening bonds. The festival ...
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KADIFF APPOINTS DR. CHARLES OKWUOWULU (DGN) AS HEAD OF THE NINE MEMBER BOARD OF JURORS FOR THE SECOND TIME

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KADIFF APPOINTS DR. CHARLES OKWUOWULU (DGN) AS HEAD OF THE NINE MEMBER BOARD OF JURORS FOR THE SECOND TIME   The Kaduna international film festival is set to host its 9th edition in 2026 in the beautiful city of Kaduna state Nigeria with the theme "Cultural Renaissance" in view of this the festival has appointed Dr. Charles Okwuowulu DGN, to serve as a head board of Jurors for the second time.  Other members on the board are; * Dr. Charles Okwuowulu DGN (Nigeria) - Head, board of Jurors  * Assistant Prof. Atul Marewad (India) * Dr. Finest Uwaoma (Nigeria) * Alison Richards (United Kingdom)  * Yinka Ogun (Nigeria) * Luliia Pereverzev (Russia) * John Coster (United Kingdom) * Princess Farida Ndausi (Uganda)  * Nasiru Muhammad (Nigeria) This appointment is due to their contributions, determination and commitment to the growth of the film and creative industry in Africa. We believe they will bring their wealth of experience and fairness to the success of the 9t...
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