Nigerian Government Pledges Support To 2024 Abuja ‘iBelieve’ Carnival

The Federal Capital Territory Authority, in partnership with Platinum X Art and Media Ltd, is set to organize ‘Abuja I Believe Carnival 2024’ aimed at showcasing Nigeria’s diversity and raising national unity.

The carnival aims to provide an amazing holiday experience in Abuja, promoting Nigeria’s immense tourism potential, cultural harmony, and unique rhythms.

The Convener of the Carnival and the MD/CEO of Platinum X Art and Media Ltd, Omoefe Tawiyah, disclosed this in Abuja, the Nation’s Capital during a press briefing, saying that the carnival aims at promoting domestic tourism, investment, wealth and job creation among the youths.

He noted that the carnival is scheduled from 7 to 11 of November 2024, with the theme ‘Celebrating the Rich Diversity and Unity in Renewed Hope’.

He said: “This carnival will be a testament to the power of collective effort and partnership. The present administration has underscored the significance of coming together as a society, recognizing that we cannot solely depend on the government to meet all our needs.

“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu himself has emphasized the call for a joint effort to tackle societal challenges, urging us to extend our support networks beyond official channels. It is our collective responsibility to protect and nurture our young and creative minds, shielding them from negative influences.” Ha added

“In the spirit of fostering economic growth and development, we have designed a schedule that includes eight distinct events spread over four days.” Tawiyah said

Tawiyah noted that the carnival is supported by the Federal Ministry of Tourism, the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment, along with other government agencies and parastatals fostering economic growth and development through ten distinct events spread over five days.

In her remarks, the Minister of Tourism, Lola Ade-John, who was represented by her Special Assistant on Medical Tourism to Kelvin Ikegwuonu, pledged the ministry’s support to the Abuja iBelieve carnival.

The Minister said: “The aim for the ministry right now is to see how we can drive people to come into the country to enjoy the wealth that the country has, the richness in its economy and in that way is not only to build the country, it will create wealth, it will create visibility for the country and also generate revenue for the country and also for the Ministry and for the potential investor.”

Oluchi Okwuego