BY ANTHONY OCHELA, ABUJA
In line with its statutory mandate for advancing the culture and creative economy sector in Nigeria the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC) is set to host the 54th edition of the Art, Culture, and Creative Economy Summit (CCES) in Abuja.
The pivotal event which commences Monday 26, August, 2024 at the Ajuji Greenwich Hotel, Gudu District, Abuja will feature the presentation of the Minister’s roadmap for the sector.
The roadmap, according to a statement by Dr. Dennis Olofu, the Head, Media of the NCAC, is expected to be adopted by subnational entities.
Dr. Olofu, in a statement, said that “Additionally it will provide a platform for subnational stakeholders to share their approaches to the Council’s development plan, and for other agencies to present their own strategic roadmaps while Multilateral Organisations and funding partners will also make presentation on innovative ways to unlock financial resources for the sector.”
According to Dr. Olofu, another key focus for the meeting will be the deliberation and adoption for 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).
He said “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).
“The gathering will also provide the opportunity to unveil new initiatives and cultural elements that are essentials in promoting peace, unity, integrity, creativity, entrepreneurship and connectivity across the nation.
“These themes align with the broader goals of NAFEST and other National Cultural celebrations,” he added.
The Minister of Arts Culture and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, is expected to officially open the 2-day meeting.
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 formerly invited to participate in this significant event.
