Nigeria, May 29 -- Lagos and Ibadan will host a series of literary and theatrical events in June to mark the 80th birthday of playwright and scholar Femi Osofisan, organisers have said.

The programme, being coordinated by the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA) and other cultural stakeholders, will feature exhibitions, performances, academic discussions and a playwriting masterclass.

The events are scheduled across Ibadan and Lagos in June and are expected to bring together writers, theatre practitioners, academics and students.

According to a programme released by the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA), Ibadan will host a series of commemorative activities throughout June.

A commemorative exhibition will run from 1 to 30 June at...