The National Theatre and SMIDS Animation Studio turned Children’s Day 2025 into a lively celebration of creativity and culture at a workshop held on May 24.

Supported by Alliance Française and the French Embassy, the event brought kids and parents together for dance therapy, African cartoon screenings, and hands-on sessions in drawing, painting, and animation.

GM/CEO Mrs. Tola Akerele and SMIDS CEO Dami Solesi inspired the young participants with speeches, while the screenings of Belly Flop, Kalabanda, Super Sema, Hadu, and Uli & Tata thrilled the audience. The day culminated in children creating their own cartoons, showcasing imagination and skill, before certificates were presented by Moriam Ajaga on behalf of the Minister of Culture.

It was a vibrant, empowering experience that highlighted the National Theatre’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of African storytellers.

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