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US Government Rolls Out Programmes to Boost Nigeria’s Creative Economy


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By Hikmat Bamigboye, Abuja The United States government says it is willing to collaborate with the Ministry of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy to roll out initiatives that will improve creative skills in music and television…

International Women’s Day: Minister Celebrates Women In Creative Arts Industry


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Nigeria’s Minister of the Art, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa celebrates women in the creative sector to mark the International Women's Day. Musawa extends her warmest regards to all the incredible women who have…

Foundation Celebrates Abuja Natives Culture, Empowers Over 200


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No less than 200 original inhabitants of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have been empowered by Abuja-based non-governmental organization (NGO), Helpline Social Support Initiative. President of the organisation, Dr. Jumai Ahmadu…

President Tinubu, Musawa Visits Historic Qatar National Museum


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The Nigerian Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy Hannatu Musawa has expressed optimism that Nigeria’s partnership with Qatar in areas of art and cultural exchange will create better opportunities for Nigerians in the future.…

Boston City announces Official Burna Boy Day


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The City of Boston has announced  March 2nd as the official Burna Boy Day with Saturday, March 2nd, 2024 set to mark the first celebration. The news was revealed in a press release issued by Councilor Ruthzee …

Nigerian army celebrates cultural heritage to promote peaceful coexistence


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The 12 Brigade,  Nigerian Army,  on Sunday,  celebrated the country’s rich cultural heritage to promote peaceful coexistence and unity among its personnel and the society at large. According to the news reports, the 2023 12 Brigade West…

BRACED tourism promotion, development initiatives announces interim executive Council members


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The Board of Trustees of BRACED Tourism Promotion and Development Initiative (BTPDI) has approved the constitution of an interim Executive Council to run the affairs of the body for the next one year. The approval was made at a recent…

Nigeria’s Cultural Economy Flourishes On Global Stage


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The month of February has seen unprecedented levels of recognition on the global stage for Nigeria’s creative arts. On February 3, four Nigerian artistes - Burna Boy, ASAKE, Davido and Ayra Star - were nominated at The Grammys, the…

Stakeholders advocate for merger of culture, tourism ministries


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Stakeholders have advocated the merger of  the return of the two ministries (arts, culture and tourism) together. Dr Anamah N’ben-ugo, acting Director, Cultural Industries and Heritage Department, Federal Ministry of Art,…

Group unveils Yoruba oral traditional audiovisual documentation


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The Wikimedian Foundation, through its affiliate, the Yoruba Wikimedians User Group, has unveiled the Yoruba Oral Traditional Audiovisual Documentation, to awaken Yoruba culture. Speaking at the unveiling in Lagos on Saturday, the…