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The festival is about people
Story · Sept 2026
Ngozi Omeje: from a young participant to a recognised contemporary artist
She entered the very first festival in 2007. Seven years later she won it. Today she exhibits nationally and internationally.
Story · Sept 2026
El Anatsui and the road to Dakar
Every year, LIMCAF's top six artists travel to the Dakar Biennale — funded by the festival's patron, El Anatsui.
Story · Aug 2026
Behind every number is a person
91% of assessed participants reported increased self-confidence. 60% recorded artwork sales. What the numbers mean.
News · 2026
Updated: TOP 100 List of Qualified Entries for the LIMCAF 2026 Grand Finale
We are pleased to formally announce the list of qualified entries for the Life In My City Art Festival (LIMCAF) 2026 Grand Finale. This selection represents outstanding works from regions that have successfully…
News · 2026
LIMCAF 2026 Regional Exhibition Schedule Released
The management of the Life in My City Art Festival (LIMCAF) is pleased to announce the release of the 2026 Regional Exhibition Schedule . This phase of Nigeria’s leading annual art festival will be held across 16…
News · 2026
(UPDATED) LIST OF ENTRIES FOR LIMCAF 2026: OPEN LETTER
We are pleased to announce the list of talented young and emerging artists exhibiting in this year's LIMCAF Regional Exhibition. Congratulations to all selected artists, your creativity and hard work shine through!…
News · 2025
LIMCAF 2026 UNVEILS NEW PRIZES FOR ARTISTS
As preparations continue for LIMCAF 2026, we are excited to announce significant updates that bring even more opportunities for emerging artists across Nigeria. This year, the Life In My City Art Festival (LIMCAF)…
News · 2025
LIFE IN MY CITY ART FESTIVAL 2025 WINNER'S LIST
The 2025 edition of the Life in My City Art Festival has drawn to a glorious close, marking yet another remarkable celebration of youthful talent, artistic courage, and the unyielding creative spirit of Nigeria’s…
News · 2025
LIMCAF 2025 Chairman’s Foreword.
As we gather for the 2025 Grand Finale of the Life In My City Art Festival (LIMCAF) , I am filled with joy and excitement as well as a deep sense of pride and gratitude. What began nearly two decades ago as a simple…
News · 2025
LIMCAF Joins the World to Mark World Tourism Day 2025
The Trustees and Organizers of the Life In My City Art Festival (LIMCAF) , Nigeria’s longest-running annual visual arts festival, are delighted to join the global community in commemorating World Tourism Day 2025 ,…
News · 2025
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS LIMCAF 2025
The Life In My City Art Festival (LIMCAF) is back and we’re calling on passionate, creative, and committed individuals to join our 2025 Volunteer Team! From August 15th to October 18th, 2025, volunteers will play vital…
News · 2025
List of Qualified Entries for LIMCAF 2025 FINALE
We are thrilled to announce the list of qualified entries for the Life In My City Art Festival (LIMCAF) 2025. This list includes entries from all regions that have concluded their exhibitions and have their qualified…