Hikmat Bamigboye, Abuja
The Nigerian Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism and the creative Economy to partner with the People Republic of China on Culture and Tourism Development.
Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, stated this at the 2025 China-Nigeria Cultural and Tourism Festival, in Abuja the Nations Capital.
Musawa who was representated at the event by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mr. Mukhtar Muhammad, commended the China Culture Centre in Nigeria, African Fashion Festival Vogue, and Chinese Tourism Promoters initiative for their vision in organizing the 2025 China-Nigeria Culture and Tourism Festival.
She noted that the festival deepens the bond between China and Nigeria, allowing people to experience each other’s traditions, cuisines, music, fashion, and artistic expressions.
The minister said “Festivals such as this are not just moments of entertainment; they are platforms for cultural diplomacy, creative exchange, and mutual understanding between nations.”
Musawa also highlighted the importance of culture and tourism in driving economic growth, job creation, and social cohesion.
“The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy is committed to leveraging the power of culture and tourism as catalysts for sustainable development. We recognize that culture and tourism are not only vehicles of identity and heritage but also powerful drivers of economic growth, job creation, and social cohesion.” She added.
The minister expressed her ministry’s commitment to leveraging the power of culture and tourism as catalysts for sustainable development.
Hannatu Musawa also stressed the potential for collaboration between Nigeria and China in areas such as cultural heritage preservation, creative industry development, and tourism promotion.
She reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to supporting initiatives that bring nations and peoples together through the transformative power of culture and tourism.
Also Speaking at the festival, the Deputy Ambassador of the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria, Zhou Hongyou, explained that China and Nigeria are the most ancient in peace, historical and cultural heritage.
Zhou noted that China’s cultural diversity has shaped its rich history, with over 5,000 years of history and 56 ethnic groups.
He said, the cultural exchange between China and Nigeria show cases the challenge of people’s economies and reflects the most ignited people who are expected in real life.
The Deputy Ambassador expressed his admiration for Nigerian culture, saying the performance is hilarious and the special expectations look at the incredible cultural heritage from both countries.