The Minister of Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa will on Monday, August 26 2024 officially launch the 54th edition of the Art, Culture, and Creative Economy Summit (CCES).
The summit which is holding in Abuja is been put together by the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC).
The essence of the summit, according to a statement by the ministry is to advance the culture and creative economy sector in Nigeria.
According to the statement which was signed by the media aide to the Minister, Dr Nneka Ikem Anibeze, the Minister is expected to present the Ministry’s roadmap, which is expected to be adopted by subnational entities, and provide a platform for subnational stakeholders to share their approaches to the Council’s development plan.
“Minister Musawa will also unveil new initiatives and cultural elements essential in promoting peace, unity, integrity, creativity, entrepreneurship, and connectivity across the nation, aligning with the broader goals of NAFEST and other National Cultural celebrations, paving the way for Nigeria’s cultural revival.
“Highlights of the meeting will be the deliberation and adoption of the format and syllabus for major national culture events, including the National Festival for Arts and Culture (NAFEST) and the International Arts and Crafts Expo (INAC). These discussions will be critical in ensuring the successful planning and execution of MEFA, Nigeria’s Got Talent (NGT), Innovation Creativity and Entrepreneurship (ICE), Origins, and Creative Leap Accelerated Programme (CLAP).
“Key stakeholders, including Commissioners and Directors of the 36 States Councils for Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy/History and Culture Bureau, FCT Council for Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy, Sister Parastatals, and the media have been formally invited to participate in this significant event.
“The 2-day summit will also feature presentations from other agencies on their strategic roadmaps, as well as innovative ways to unlock financial resources for the sector by multilateral organizations and funding partners.
“The Minister’s leadership and vision are driving an 8-point agenda to grow Nigeria’s creative economy through public-private partnerships and strategic investments,” the statement added.
