Events

Nigeria Beer Festival Returns for Detty December 2025

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1 year ago

September 23, 2025

Nigeria Beer Festival returns this December in Lagos, promising beer tastings, live music, and culture as part of the city’s Detty December celebrations

Nigeria Beer Festival is making a much-anticipated return this December, with organisers promising a bigger, bolder, and more exhilarating edition as it officially takes its place on Lagos’s famed Detty December lineup.

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The festival, staged in partnership with the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, has grown into one of Nigeria’s most vibrant cultural showcases.

It brings together beer connoisseurs, music lovers, foodies, and tourists for a celebration that blends brewing traditions, culinary experiences, and electrifying entertainment.

Akinola Oluwaleimu, Coordinator of the Nigeria Beer Festival, described the event as more than just a gathering of beer lovers. “It is a celebration of all things beer, a melting pot of culture, creativity, and community.

Guests will enjoy live music, interactive beer experiences, and the chance to meet master brewers and industry innovators,” he said.

He emphasised that the event goes beyond drinking, highlighting the stories, craftsmanship, and cultural value behind every brew.

“It’s also an opportunity to build a community of responsible beer lovers who appreciate the richness of our brewing traditions,” he added.

From the clink of glasses to the rhythm of Afrobeat, the festival promises a high-energy atmosphere filled with discovery and unforgettable moments.

Idris Aregbe, Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism, reaffirmed the government’s support. “The Nigeria Beer Festival is a strategic platform that aligns with our Detty December vision, promoting tourism, culture, and economic growth.

Building on last year’s success, which attracted over 1.2 million fun-seekers, we are determined to make 2025 even more impactful.”

Beyond entertainment, the Nigeria Beer Festival is expected to give a strong boost to local businesses, tourism, and hospitality, cementing Lagos’s reputation as Africa’s cultural heartbeat and a global hub for celebration.

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Whether you are a beer enthusiast, a curious first-timer, or simply looking for the perfect way to kick off the festive season, the 2025 edition promises an unforgettable Lagos experience.

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Culture

Crowds Gather for Rare Sunrise at Egypt’s Abu Simbel Temple

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1 day ago

October 23, 2026

David Ogunjobi

Hundreds of tourists gathered at Egypt’s Abu Simbel temple to witness the twice-yearly sunrise ceremony illuminating Pharaoh Ramses II’s statue

Hundreds of tourists gathered at Egypt’s Abu Simbel temple on Thursday to witness a spectacular sunrise phenomenon in which sunlight illuminated the face of the statue of Pharaoh Ramses II, an event that occurs only twice a year.

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The ancient astronomical ceremony drew visitors from different parts of the world to the archaeological site in southern Egypt on October 22, one of two dates associated with the phenomenon.

The second occurrence takes place on February 22, when the rising sun illuminates the temple’s interior.

Egyptian tour guide Yasser Fouad described the occasion as extraordinary, saying some visitors had stayed overnight to secure the opportunity to witness the event.

“Today is an extraordinary day, everyone is keen, there are people who stayed over the night, foreigners who actually spent the night in Abu Simbel to see this phenomenon,” Fouad said.

The Great Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel dates back to the 13th century BC and is among Egypt’s most prominent archaeological attractions.

Built during the reign of Ramses II, one of ancient Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs, the temple is renowned for its monumental statues and sophisticated architectural design.

The twice-yearly sunrise phenomenon is a major attraction, drawing visitors eager to witness the interaction between sunlight and the temple’s ancient structure.

The dates have traditionally been associated with significant moments in Ramses II’s life.

October 22 is commonly linked to his birthday, while February 22 is associated with his accession to the throne.

However, the precise historical reasons behind the dates remain debated.

Some archaeologists have proposed alternative explanations, including that they may have marked the pharaoh’s coronation and birthday.

Abu Simbel underwent a major international rescue operation in the 1960s, when archaeologists and engineers relocated the temples to protect them from flooding caused by the construction of the Aswan High Dam.

The monumental structures were cut into large blocks and reassembled at a higher location, preserving the site for future generations.

The relocation was one of the most significant archaeological preservation projects of the 20th century.

Despite the move, the temple continues to attract visitors for its ancient Egyptian art, monumental architecture and remarkable alignment with the rising sun.

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The annual gatherings highlight the enduring appeal of Egypt’s archaeological heritage and the continuing fascination with the astronomical knowledge and engineering achievements of its ancient civilisation.