by Hauwa Gambo

On the 21st of December 2011, Art Lovers and beyond will congregate at  the Civic Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos as part of the activities leading to the July 2012 Launch of the 1st solely Modern Arts University in Nigeria/ The Modern Day School of Arts.

The Modern Day School of the Arts (MDSA) – is a training institution that is set on advancing literacy in the community, promoting quality education and encouraging the creative performance of individuals. The goal is to grow into becoming Nigeria’s foremost institution for education of the arts.

Just recently approved by the Ministry of Education, the School is presenting its first event:  ‘For The Love of Arts (FTLOA)’, to the community. FTLOA is a one-day event that will feature some of the best in Nigerian Arts while creating awareness and promoting the Arts industry in Nigeria. The event will also position aspiring artists for careers in arts and design, and share with its audience the curriculum which includes but not limited to Fashion Design, Media, Interior Design/Architecture, Advertising/Graphic & Web Design, Film,  Photography and music to name a few.

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