2026
SEP/OCT
Photo: ©Seun Oderinde
PROGRAM WWW.INSTITUTFR-NIGERIA.ORG
SOMMAIRE
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ÉDITORIAL
CULTUREL
NUMÉRIQUE
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ÉVÉNEMENTS PARTENAIRES
PÉDAGOGIE
COIN DES ENFANTS
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CAMPUS FRANCE
MEDIATHÈQUE
INFORMATIONS PRATIQUES
02 Septembre - Octobre 2026
ÉDITO En Septembre, on s’y remet ! Même s’ il faut dire que l’IFN ne s’est pas arrêté, et reste ouvert (presque) tous les jours de l’année… Mais chaque nouvelle saison est accompagnée de changements et de cette belle résolution, vieille comme le monde, que l’on peut toujours mieux faire. Reprenons d’abord par les bases: c’est quoi l’IFN ? L’Institut Français du Nigéria, service de l’ambassade de France, est un centre culturel dédié à la langue française et à la diffusion de contenus artistiques et culturels. Un espace hybride de partages et d'échanges où les passionnés de la langue française et membres de la communauté créative de tous horizons se rencontrent. Curieux de la France et de sa diversité culturelle ? Investis dans les arts ou en quête de sortie cinéma, spectacles, expos, concerts ? Suivez @ifnigeria sur les réseaux pour ne rien rater ! In September, we’re back at it! Although it’s worth noting that the IFN never really stopped and remains open (almost) every day of the year… But every new season brings changes and that wonderful resolution—as old as time itself—that we can always do better. Let’s start with the basics: what is the IFN? The French Institute of Nigeria, a department of the French Embassy, is a cultural center dedicated to the French language and the promotion of artistic and cultural content. A hybrid space for sharing and exchange where French language enthusiasts and members of the creative community from all walks of life come together. Curious about France and its cultural diversity? Are you involved in the arts or looking for movies, shows, exhibitions, or concerts? Follow @ifnigeria on social media so you don’t miss a thing!
MargauxLUCAS CULTURAL OFFICER
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AGENDA CULTUREL 3&4 Sept 9am - 12pm 5 September 6pm
Table ronde gala annuel
10 September 6pm
Cinéma
Movie Night - A l’abordage !
11 Sept 6:30pm
Musique
BAL FRANCOPHONE
12 Sept 2:30pm
Activités pour enfants
Kids Book Reading
17 September 6pm
Cinéma
Movie Night - Bigger than us
18 September 3pm
Numerique
Gone On: Video games and VR experiences
19 September 2pm
Activités pour enfants
Kids Pedagogical Activity
24 September 6pm
Littérature
Entre les lignes Book Club: Soul Lounge by Mike Ekunno
8 October 6pm
Cinéma
Movie Night - La panthère des neiges
10 October 2:30pm
Activités pour enfants
Kids Book Reading
17 October 2pm
Activités pour enfants
Kids Pedagogical Activity
21 October 6pm
Musique
Producer Hangout
22 October 6pm
Cinéma
Movie Night - L’attachement
23 October 3pm
Numerique
Gone On: Video games and VR experiences
29 October 6pm
Littérature
Entre les lignes Book Club: Disoriental by Négar Djavadi
04 Septembre - Octobre 2026
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Slum To Stage Event
3&4 Sept @IFN / 5 September @ Transcorp
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CINÉMA
CINÉMA A L’ABORDAGE !
THURS
10TH SEPT
6PM
On a hot summer night in Paris, Félix meets a young woman, Alma, and falls in love. The next morning, Alma hops on a train to join her family in southern France. Félix, determined to follow his soulmate, embarks on a carpool ride with his best friend Chérif and their reluctant driver Edouard. When the car breaks down upon arrival, things turn sour: Alma doesn’t seem too pleased by this unexpected visit.reality? Paris, un soir au mois d'août. Un garçon rencontre une fille. Ils ont le même âge, mais n'appartiennent pas au même monde. Félix travaille, Alma part en vacances le lendemain. Qu'à cela ne tienne. Félix décide de rejoindre Alma à l'autre bout de la France. Par surprise. Il embarque son ami Chérif, parce qu'à deux c'est plus drôle. Et comme ils n'ont pas de voiture, ils font le voyage avec Edouard. Evidemment, rien ne se passe comme prévu. Peut-il en être autrement quand on prend ses rêves pour la réalité ?
THURS
17TH SEPT 6PM
BIGGER THAN US
For the past six years, 18-year-old Melati has been fighting the plastic pollution devastating her home country, Indonesia. Like her, an entire generation is rising to help repair the world. Depuis 6 ans, Melati, 18 ans, combat la pollution plastique qui ravage son pays, l'Indonésie. Comme elle, une génération se lève pour réparer le monde
* ALL EVENTS ARE TAKING PLACE AT IFN All audience // ENG Subtitles // Free admission, RSVP via website: www.institutfr-nigeria.org/cultural-agenda/
06 Septembre - Octobre 2026
CINÉMA THURS
8TH OCT 6PM
LA PANTHÈRE DES NEIGES
High up on the Tibetan plateau. Amongst unexplored and inaccessible valleys lies one of the last sanctuaries of the wild world, where rare and undiscovered fauna lives. Vincent Munier, one of the world's most renowned wildlife photographers, takes the adventurer and novelist Sylvain Tesson (In the Forest of Siberia) with him on his latest mission. For several weeks, they'll explore these valleys searching for unique animals and try to spot the snow leopard, one of the rarest and most difficult big cats to approach. Au cœur des hauts plateaux tibétains, le photographe Vincent Munier entraîne l’écrivain Sylvain Tesson dans sa quête de la panthère des neiges. Il l’initie à l’art délicat de l’affût, à la lecture des traces et à la patience nécessaire pour entrevoir les bêtes. En parcourant les sommets habités par des présences invisibles, les deux hommes tissent un dialogue sur notre place parmi les êtres vivants et célèbrent la beauté du monde.
L’ATTACHEMENT
THURS
22ND OCT 6PM
A young single father trying to find the strength to love. A feminist librarian, single by conviction, who’s decided that she won’t be a mother. A six-year-old child trying to find a place in a new family structure. By revealing their aspirations, their fears, their choices, Carine Tardieu depicts different ways in which humans create families. Sandra, quinquagénaire farouchement indépendante, partage soudainement et malgré elle l’intimité de son voisin de palier et de ses deux enfants. Contre toute attente, elle s’attache peu à peu à cette famille d’adoption. * ALL EVENTS ARE TAKING PLACE AT IFN All audience // ENG Subtitles // Free admission, RSVP via website: www.institutfr-nigeria.org/cultural-agenda/
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6:30PM
SEPTEMBER 11
IFN, 52, LIBREVILLE STREET, WUSE 2, ABUJA
ENTRY IS FREE!
FRANCOPHONE#3 with Dédé Jazz Band A night of Francophone music, dance, and good vibes!
08 Juillet - Août 2026
BAL
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LITTÉRA TURE
ENTRE LES LIGNES SOUL LOUNGE BY MIKE EKUNNO
THURS // 24TH SEPTEMBER // 6PM
Soul Lounge is a collection of 13 short stories that mirror man in his elements with a strong infusion of the Igbo belief system and cosmology. Fascination with Black feminine mystique remains an on-goingquest of many stories which are written to be felt not just read with Nigeria’s social conundrum all the while providing the stage on which everything plays out. Soul Lounge est un recueil de treize nouvelles qui dépeignent l'être humain dans toute sa complexité, imprégnées du système de croyances et de la cosmologie igbo.La figure énigmatique de la féminité noire traverse l'ouvrage comme un motif récurrent. Écrites pour être ressenties autant que lues, ces nouvelles prennent place dans une société nigériane traversée par ses paradoxes, ses tensions et ses mutations, qui constituent le décor vivant où se jouent les destins des personnages.
DISORIENTAL BY NÉGAR DJAVADI
* ALL EVENTS ARE TAKING PLACE AT IFN All audience (English speaking club) // book available at IFN library // Free admission, RSVP via website: www.institutfrnigeria.org/cultural-agenda/
10 Septembre - Octobre 2026
THURS // 29TH OCTOBER // 6PM
Kimiâ Sadr fled Iran at the age of ten in the company of her mother and sisters to join her father in France. Now twenty-five and facing the future she has built for herself as well as the prospect of a new generation, Kimiâ is inundated by her own memories and the stories of her ancestors, which come to her in unstoppable, uncontainable waves. In the waiting room of a Parisian fertility clinic, generations of flamboyant Sadrs return to her, including her formidable great-grandfather Montazemolmolk, with his harem of fifty-two wives, and her parents, Darius and Sara, stalwart opponents of each regime that befalls them. Si nous étions en Iran, cette salle d’attente d’hôpital ressemblerait à un caravansérail, songe Kimiâ. Un joyeux foutoir où s’enchaîneraient bavardages, confidences et anecdotes en cascade. Née à Téhéran, exilée à Paris depuis ses dix ans, Kimiâ a toujours essayé de tenir à distance son pays, sa culture, sa famille. Mais les djinns échappés du passé la rattrapent pour faire défiler l’étourdissant diaporama de l’histoire des Sadr sur trois générations: les tribulations des ancêtres, une décennie de révolution politique, les chemins de traverse de l’adolescence, l’ivresse du rock, le sourire voyou d’une bassiste blonde… Une fresque flamboyante sur la mémoire et l’identité; un grand roman sur l’Iran d’hier et la France d’aujourd’hui.
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NUMÉRIQUE
SCHEDULE & ACTIVITIES
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EVENTS
Immersive experiences
GONE ON: VIDEO GAMES AND VR EXPERIENCES 18 SEPT // 3:00PM @IFN 23 OCT // 3:00PM @IFN
Join us for an exciting day of fun! Dive into the world of video games and explore thrilling VR experiences. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for some fun, there's something for everyone! Don’t miss out on this exciting experience Rejoignez-nous pour une journée divertissante ! Plongez dans l'univers des jeux vidéo et explorez des expériences VR. Joueurs chevronnés ou amateurs, tout le monde est invité à s'amuser ! All audience // Free admission // RSVP via website: www.institutfr-nigeria.org/cultural-agenda/
12 Septembre - Octobre 2026
ÉVÉNEMENTS PARTENAIRES
SLUM TO STAGE EVENT
3RD AND 4TH SEPT // 9AM TO NOON @IFN 5TH SEPT // 6PM @TRANSCORP HILTON
Slum to Stage Africa Event 2026 is a three-day event commemorating the International Day for Charity. On the first day and under the theme “Beyond the Classroom: Reimagining Learning for Africa’s Children,” the event brings together educators, policymakers, development partners, artists, and young innovators to examine new approaches to learning that equip children with the social, emotional, and technical skills. On the second day is the IntroTech Finale, an inter-school technology competition designed to inspire girls in public secondary schools to develop innovative solutions to challenges within their communities while building presentation, confidence, teamwork, and digital skills. The event culminates in the premiere of Queen Amina of Zazzau, an original dance theatre production choreographed by Nigerian Dancer and Choreographer, Emmanuel C. Osahor. The production reimagines the story of one of Africa’s most iconic female leaders. Through contemporary dance, music, spoken word, and multimedia storytelling, the production explores themes of leadership, women’s empowerment, peacebuilding, resilience, and the transformative power of education. Queen Amina of Zazzau serves as a powerful artistic call to action, celebrating African heritage, and advocating for a future where every child regardless of background, has the opportunity to learn, lead, and contribute meaningfully to society.
14 Septembre - Octobre 2026
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PÉDAGOGIE
WWW.INSTITUTFR-NIGERIA.ORG
PHYSICAL CLASSES
SESSION 7
28 SEPT - 31 OCT MARATHON (A1 & A2)
CONVERSATION CLASS (B1)
Monday - Thursday // 8:00AM - 1:00PM
Tuesday & Thursday
OR 1:00PM - 6:00PM
5:15PM - 7:45PM
96 HOURS IN 5 WEEKS
24 HOURS IN WEEKS
NO PAIN NO GAIN (ALL LEVELS) Monday - Thursday // 10:30AM - 1:00PM OR 5:15PM - 7:45PM 48 HOURS IN 5 WEEKS
SESSION 4 / 3 OCT - 12 DEC SATURDAY BRUNCH (ALL LEVELS) SATURDAYS // 9:30AM - 2:00PM 48 HOURS IN 11 WEEKS
ONLINE CLASSES SESSION 5: 28 SEPT - 20 NOV REGISTRATION IS ONGOING... REGISTER NOW 18 Juillet - Août 2026
Mars - Avril 2026
+234-810-060-0456 contact@institutfr-nigeria.org www.institutfr-nigeria.org
COIN DES ENFANTS
Kids&Teens
ACTIVITIES SESSION 3
19 Sept - 5 Dec
KID’S BOOK READING Jeune public, French/Eng
KIDS PEDAGOGICAL ACTIVITY
An activity to immerse kids in reading and expand their cultural horizons by exploring both French and English books, fostering language development while uncovering captivating stories. Une activité pour plonger les enfants dans la lecture et élargir leurs horizons culturels en explorant à la fois des livres en français et en anglais, favorisant le développement de leur langue tout en découvrant des histoires
Come join us for the first kids pedagogical activity of the year 2026/27 ! Kids will discover French and African art pieces and recreate a living theatrical experience. enez nous rejoindre pour la première activité pédagogique pour enfants de l'année 2026/27 ! Les enfants découvriront des œuvres d'art françaises et africaines et mettront en scène une expérience théâtrale vivante.
DATES: 19TH SEPTEMBER & 17TH OCT TIME: 2PM // VENUE: IFN
DATES: 12TH SEPTEMBER & 10TH OCTOBER TIME: 2:30PM // VENUE: IFN
EXAMENS
TCF/TEF 2026 PREPARATORY CLASSES 36 HRS (3 WEEKS)
MONDAY TO THURSDAY 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
REGULAR PRICE: 200,000 NGN IFN MEMBER PRICE: 180,000 NGN
SEPT 28TH – OCT 15TH Only 15 slots available!
DELF-DALF
21 SEPT-24 SEPT
FRENCH TRANSLATION & INTERPRETATION SERVICES TRANSLATION
INTERPRETATION
CIVIL REGISTRY DOCUMENTS Birth, Marriage or divorce certificates, etc.
Your partner for seamless dialogue in international diplomacy, business meetings, conferences, and private events.
ACADEMIC DOCUMENTS Degrees, diplomas, certificates Academic transcript etc. TECHNICAL BUSINESS CORRESPONDENCE CVs, professional correspondence, letters, etc. LEGAL, MEDICAL & FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS Contracts, medical reports, clinical studies, financial statements, audit reports, etc. MARKETING CONTENT Advertisements Brochure, website, etc.
SIMULTANEOUS INTERPRETATION Ideal for large conferences, summits, and webinars requiring real-time translation with specialized equipment. CONSECUTIVE & LIAISON INTERPRETATION Perfect for diplomatic meetings, bilateral negotiations, business discussions, and site visits. WHISPERED INTERPRETATION (CHUCHOTAGE) Suited for small, private sessions or court proceedings for one or two delegates.
Please note that for simultaneous interpretation assignments, the client is responsible for covering the rental costs of the interpretation equipment.
Enquiries & Quotations: +234 903 865 2837
+234 802 817 1221 translation@institutfr-nigeria.org
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sTUDY FAIRS In Abuja
In Lagos
MONDAY 5th of october
THURSDAY 8th of october EmpowerED Africa Study Abroad Victoria Island 10am
EmpowerED Africa Study Abroad Abuja Continental Hotel 10am
THURSDAY 22nd of october
MONDAY 8th of october World View Fair Lagos Marriott Hotel 12pm
World View Fair Abuja Continental Hotel 12pm
LIVE chat Friday 25 sEPTEMBER & Friday 31 OCTOBER Any inquiry? Log in to Facebook, Instagram, X, Linkedin or Tiktok search for “Campus France Nigeria” and ask your questions under the live chat post! Officers will answer all inquiries from 2pm to 4pm!
THROWBACK - PRE DEPARTURE SESSIONS Each year, Campus France organizes Pre-Departure Sessions in Abuja and Lagos for students heading to France in September!
A great opportunity to get essential tips for admin and daily life before they go!
APPLY TO THE BEST SCHOOLS IN FRANCE Apply to 7 French schools with one application on the Études en France platform for NGN 120,000 (administrative fees). Get your documents ready by October 1st: international passport, passport photo, degree certificate & transcripts, WAEC or NECO, cover letter (for the 7 selected schools) and CV. https://pastel.diplomatie.gouv.fr/etudesenfrance/d yn/public/authentification/login.html
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LIBRARY MEDIATHÈQUE OPENING HOURS Tuesday to Friday: 11am to 5pm Saturday: 10am to 5pm Monday & Sunday (Closed)
More than 1000 documents available: fictions in French and English, comic books, magazines, Newspapers, albums, documentaries, art books. Plus de 1000 documents disponibles : fictions en français et en anglais, bandes dessinées, magazines, journaux, albums, documentaires, livres d'art. Culturethèque: your digital library with unlimited access everywhere. Ask your librarian. Culturethèque: votre bibliothèque numérique en accès illimité partout. Demandez au médiathécaire ! A relaxing space to work, read and attend to events all year long. Made for everyone with free access. Un espace de détente pour travailler, lire et assister à des événements tout au long de l'année. Un accès libre et gratuit pour tous.
24 Septembre - Octobre 2026
INFORMATIONS PRATIQUES Opening Hours (Reception) Monday to Friday: 8.30AM - 6.00PM Wednesday: 9.30AM - 5.30PM Saturday: 10AM - 2PM 52 Libreville Street, Wuse 2, Abuja contact@institutfr-nigeria.org www.institutfr-nigeria.org
+234 810 060 0456
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PARTNERS / PARTENAIRES
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26 Septembre - Octobre 2026
BECOME AN IFN MEMBER Borrow up to 3 books at the library, at the same time for a period of 3 weeks. Empruntez jusqu'à 3 livres à la fois à la médiathèque, pour une période de 3 semaines. Free Access to Culturethèque, the francophone digital library. Accès à Culturethèque, votre bibliothèque numérique francophone. Access to events for members only, like the Children's Book Reading. Accès aux événements réservés pour les membres de l'Institut, comme les Lectures Jeune Public. Discounted prices on examinations. Prix réduits sur les examens. Enjoy 5% - 15% discounts from partners: The French Cafe, Ekondo, School Store NG, EcoCedar. Profitez de réductions de 5 % à 15 % auprès de nos partenaires : The French Café, Ekondo, School Store NG, EcoCedar.
MEMBERSHIP (FOR A YEAR) 5,000 NGN
For the Adults French Classes students. Pour les apprenants des cours adultes.
10,000 NGN
For external users. Pour les non membres.
15,000 NGN
For families (3+ kids). Pour les familles (3 enfants et plus).
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The Institut français du Nigeria supports French and Francophone cultures in Nigeria and promotes Nigerian creativity on the international stage. It teaches the French language and encourages the mobility of works, ideas and artists throughout France, Nigeria, and other African countries.
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