Tag: #NigerianCulture
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AFROCENTRIC CULTURAL EXPO TO BOOST AFRICA’S CREATIVE ECONOMY — CHAMBER BOSS
The Nigerian Chamber of Commerce-USA (NICOCUSA) says the forthcoming Afrocentric Cultural Expo will promote Africa’s rich cultural heritage while unlocking new economic opportunities for the continent’s creative and cultural industries. The Founder and CEO of NICOCUSA, Mr Gregory Ihenacho, disclosed this on Wednesday while briefing journalists in Awka. He said the expo, scheduled for Nov.…
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ISESE DAY: LAGOS COUNCIL CHAIRMEN CELEBRATE TRADITIONAL WORSHIPPERS, RULERS
Chairmen of Lagos Mainland Local Government and Iru-Victoria Island Local Council Development Area have felicitated traditional worshippers, rulers and residents as Lagos joins the 2026 Isese Day celebration. The chairmen, Mr Jabrel Emilagba and Mrs Oluwakemi Alabi, described Isese Day as an important occasion for preserving Yoruba culture, history, traditions and identity. The Lagos State…
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SHAKARA FESTIVAL TO SHINE IN LAGOS DECEMBER 2025, REDEFINING DETTY DECEMBER VIBES
Lagos is set to host the inaugural Shakara Festival, a thrilling four-day outdoor celebration of African music, culture, and lifestyle from December 18 to 21, 2025, at Nautica Beach Resort, Lekki. Founder Godson Oriaku describes the festival as the ultimate destination for ‘Detty December,’ aiming to elevate African music globally and showcase Nigeria’s vibrant sounds…
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PRESIDENT TINUBU CELEBRATES OBA OF BENIN ON 9TH CORONATION ANNIVERSARY
President Bola Tinubu has sent warm congratulations to Oba Ewuare II of Benin on his 9th year on the throne, praising his leadership in promoting peace, cultural heritage, and social harmony. In a heartfelt message, Tinubu applauded the Oba’s dedication to fighting social vices like human trafficking and illegal migration, noting his vital role in…
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UNESCO RECOGNISES SANGO FESTIVAL AS INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE OF HUMANITY
The UNESCO has officially inscribed Nigeria’s Sango Festival as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The certificate was presented by Minister Hannatu Musawa to the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Abdulhakeem Owoade I, at the grand finale of the 2025 World Sango Festival in Oyo State. This landmark recognition highlights Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage and…
