Friday, June 19, 2026

Culture

June 11, 2026

China hosts Belt, Road ethnic policy seminar

Wu Wei, the director of Executive Department III at AIBO, described the seminar as a platform for mutual learning and international cooperation.

Academy for International Business Officials
June 1, 2026

Goge Africa announces Cultural Diplomacy Series to drive economic growth

Goge Africa has announced the launch of a Cultural Dialogue and Diplomacy Series to promote African culture as a strategic tool for diplomacy and economic growth.

Goge Africa couple
May 21, 2026

China, Nigeria promote diplomacy through tea culture, Silk Road heritage

Zhou Hongyou, the minister of the Chinese embassy in Nigeria described tea as a bridge for dialogue and mutual learning among civilisations.

China
May 10, 2026

ICRC, tourism ministry explore public-private partnerships for infrastructure projects

Projects under consideration include a seven-star hotel infrastructure and a modern concert and entertainment arena.

Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC)
January 28, 2026

YABATECH plans training, mentorship for staff development

Mr Abdul said the programmes were to ensure that employees fully aligned with YABATECH’s vision of innovation, excellence and lifelong learning.

Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH)
December 6, 2025

Zuma Film Festival platform for celebrating creativity, talents: FG

Ms Musawu congratulated creators, producers, sponsors, delegates, for making the event a powerful celebration of storytelling, culture, and hospitality.

Zuma International Film Festival (ZUFF)
November 22, 2025

Insecurity forces NAFEST 2025 postponement

The minister said the decision reflected the values of empathy, national unity, and collective sensitivity.

September 22, 2025

Ara decries poor support for culture

Nigeria’s foremost female talking drummer, Aralola Olamuyiwa, popularly known as Ara, has lamented the lack of support from local brands for artistes promoting indigenous culture.

Nigeria’s foremost female talking drummer, Aralola Olamuyiwa
August 18, 2025

UNESCO recognises Sango Festival as world heritage

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation has formally recognised the Sango Festival as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Sango Festival
August 16, 2025

Nigeria, China pledge to promote cultural diplomacy for sustainable development

The envoy also linked the festival to China’s Global Civilisation Initiative, which advocates mutual learning and respect for cultural diversity.

Yu Dunhai, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria (Credit: NAN)