Celebrate Creativity in Benue, Nottingham & Beyond!
Join us for the Benue Book and Arts Festival, a vibrant intercontinental cultural event that showcases the rich creativity of diasporans in England and also celebrates Nigeria’s Middle Belt through various artistic expressions. Produced by SEVHAGE Publishers and the SEVHAGE Literary and Development Initiative, this festival brings art, literature, and social impact together in a series of engaging activities, culminating in events in Nottingham, England and a week-long hybrid summit in Makurdi, Nigeria where the community gathers both physically and online. This year we are partnering with the Nottingham City Libraries, Nottingham City of Literature, Goethe Institut, Journal of African Literature, and many more! Fun times await, what are you waiting for! Register by clicking HERE.
About the festival
The Benue Book and Arts Festival (BBAAF) celebrates the rich culture of global diaspora in Europe and Nigeria’s Middle Belt, promoting local creativity and social impact across continents in a continuous cultural dialogue. Organized by SEVHAGE Arts + Publishers and SEVHAGE Literary and Development Initiative, BBAAF brings together art, literature, and social impact through engaging activities, culminating in quarterly events in Nottingham, England, and a week-long hybrid summit in Makurdi, Nigeria.
History…
Some little drama…
A Cross Section of the thrills featuring students of Government Girls College Makurdi enacting an award-winning play
Three Benue Lights
The Spoken Word Prince, Abas Elder, BBAAF Slam Champion 2021
Festival Insights
Our Vision
A globally interconnected community that celebrates and empowers Nigeria, the African diaspora and the communities we serve, from England to other parts, through the transformative power of arts and culture, fostering sustainable development and positive social change.
Makurdi, Benue, Nigeria
+234 703 028 5995 sevhagers@bbaaf.com
Monday—Friday 9am-6pm
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