Hannatu Musawa, Minister of Art, Culture and Creative Economy (FMACCE), has presented the ministry’s Strategic Roadmap for Nigeria’s creative sector to members of the diplomatic community and international partners.
Musawa made the presentation at the Diplomatic and International Development Partners Forum, at the UN House in Abuja on Monday.
The forum is a flagship initiative of the FMCACCE geared towards showcasing the opportunities that abound in the nation’s creative sector.
Musawa said the creative economy encompassing arts, culture, and creative sectors, was a major driver of employment opportunities, particularly for young Nigerians.
According to her, the Strategic roadmap seeks to encourage collaboration across sectors and borders, and help to tap into the creative energies of young Nigerians.
She said the formal presentation of the roadmap offered opportunity to attract sustainable collaborations, and secure support for the sector as part of efforts to make Nigeria the creative hub of Africa.
“Since 2023, the Ministry embarked on a transformative journey, implementing “The 8 Point Plan”, designed to cultivate growth, innovation, and sustainability across our creative sectors.
“This ambitious roadmap not only focuses on skill development and policy reform, but also prioritises the preservation of our cultural heritage and the need to foster strong partnerships.
“As we look forward, our vision remains clear, to position Nigeria as Africa’s creative capital while stimulating economic growth through creative industries.
“I invite all of you artists, stakeholders, diplomatic partners, and policymakers to join us in this transformative endeavour.(NAN)
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