Ake Arts & Book Festival

Ake Arts & Book Festival Ake Arts and Book Festival 2022 Theme: Homecoming: 24-26 November, Lagos, Nigeria.

Ake Arts and Book Festival is five days of readings, panel discussions, interviews, school visits, music, film, performance art, dance, drama, fashion, food, competitions, art exhibitions, book deals, book sales, parties- just about everything to do with Books and Arts.

11/12/2025

may be over, but we’re still reliving every moment and we’re still in the season of Reclaiming Truth, holding space for clarity, honesty and reflection.
So we’ll ask again, on a personal level: What does reclaiming truth mean to you?

A few of our favourite photobooth shots from —vibrant slides filled with beautiful people and big smiles.Aké always br...
05/12/2025

A few of our favourite photobooth shots from —vibrant slides filled with beautiful people and big smiles.
Aké always brings a full, unforgettable experience.

Did you stop by the photobooth?

30/11/2025

AKEFEST25 GUEST INTERVIEW

shares how she stays rooted in truth in her day-to-day life, especially in a time when misinformation is so prevalent in public spaces. For her, it starts with fact-checking the things she encounters online.

28/11/2025

Books mean different things to all of us: escape, knowledge, comfort, joy.
‘Why do you read?’ We asked our guests and attendees at and we’d love to hear your response too.

Tell us in the comments

26/11/2025

Day 1 had everyone wanting more.
We kicked off with a vibrant romance discussion after the Welcome Ceremony and wrapped up with a music concert that kept the crowd on their feet.

It was the perfect start to .

25/11/2025

Aké Festival Day 2 Recap

Inspiring session, high energy, fun people — the perfect blend of learning, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Day 2 delivered it all.

The book chat that called in all the romance girlies and boys — and even initiated a few bystanders into the genre.Hafsa...
25/11/2025

The book chat that called in all the romance girlies and boys — and even initiated a few bystanders into the genre.

Hafsatu Bebi and Sweet Heat Book Chat featuring authors .fatima.bala and , moderated by .

24/11/2025

AKEFEST25 GUEST INTERVIEW
“People will tell you you’re not good, and it’s not true.”
Iris Mwanza, author of The Lion’s Den, shares a powerful message with young creatives striving to reclaim truth through storytelling.

24/11/2025

may have wrapped up, but you know we never miss a chance to ask our guests and attendees how many times they’ve visited us.

So we’re asking you too: was your ______ time at Aké Festival.

Aké family, gather here! Let’s show extra love to everyone who attended for the first time. 🎉📚

23/11/2025

Meet the team behind the magic at Ake festival 2025🙂‍↕️✨

Real work, real people, that’s how it all came together!

See you all next year ❤️

22/11/2025

AKEFEST25 GUEST INTERVIEW

According to Dami Ajayi (), one truth he’s learned to sit with is the fact that he will die one day.
It’s a heavy but universal truth, one we’ve all pondered at some point.

Address

Book Buzz Foudation, 34 Ajanaku Street
Ikeja
100281

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+2348180389525

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