Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy

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The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa Hannatu Musawa , to...
05/08/2026

The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa Hannatu Musawa , today received the High Commissioner of Canada to Nigeria, His Excellency Pasquale Salvaggio, for a bilateral meeting focused on deepening cooperation across the arts, culture, tourism, and the creative economy.

Discussions centred on cultural exchange, tourism development, creative industry partnerships, skills development, and institutional collaboration, while reaffirming the shared commitment of both countries to unlocking the economic potential of the creative sector.

The engagement reflects the Ministry’s commitment to building strategic international partnerships that position Nigeria’s creative and cultural industries as drivers of economic growth and global collaboration.

Intellectual Property is one of the most valuable assets within the creative economy, and unlocking its economic potenti...
04/08/2026

Intellectual Property is one of the most valuable assets within the creative economy, and unlocking its economic potential remains central to the Ministry’s vision for sustainable growth.

Today, the Honourable Minister Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa Hannatu Musawa , received the Comprehensive Framework for the Development of Intellectual Property Commercialisation and Securitisation for the Creative Industry in Nigeria, developed under the FMACTCE African Export-Import Bank - Afreximbank Project on Improving the Protection of Intellectual Property in Nigeria.

The framework, led by L&A Legal Consultants in collaboration with key stakeholders, provides Nigeria’s first comprehensive roadmap for transforming intellectual property into bankable financial assets, creating new pathways for investment, financing, enterprise development, and wealth creation across the creative economy.

This landmark framework represents another important step in the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s intellectual property ecosystem, unlocking greater value for creators, and positioning the country’s creative industries as a major driver of economic diversification under the Renewed Hope Agenda.

Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage is one of our greatest national assets, with immense potential to contribute to economi...
28/07/2026

Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage is one of our greatest national assets, with immense potential to contribute to economic growth, tourism, and the creative economy. Recognising this potential, the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, in partnership with the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) Ministry of Finance Incorporated , embarked on the Cultural Assets Monetisation Project, following the Memorandum of Understanding signed by both organisations last year, to identify, document, and unlock the value of Nigeria’s cultural assets.

Following the successful completion of Phase 1, which saw the identification, verification, and cataloguing of 2,102 tangible cultural assets, MOFI have formally presented the Cultural Assets Register and Catalogue to the Honourable Minister.

As we move into Phase 2, the focus will be on formal valuation and establishing the appropriate legal framework to strengthen the management and unlock the economic potential of these assets, while preserving their cultural significance for generations to come.

This initiative aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR , particularly the commitment to economic diversification and the development of new pathways for sustainable growth. It also reflects the vision behind the establishment of our Ministry, to harness the immense potential of arts, culture, tourism, and the creative economy as drivers of national development.

The Ministry appreciates the dedication and hard work of the teams from both FMACTCE and MOFI who have contributed to this milestone. As we progress towards the next phase, we remain committed to building a sustainable framework that preserves our heritage while creating greater value and opportunities for Nigeria.

The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa Hannatu Musawa , si...
28/07/2026

The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa Hannatu Musawa , signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Rivers State Government to advance the Renewed Hope Cultural Project, a framework designed to work with states to identify, develop, preserve, and promote their unique cultural assets while unlocking opportunities across tourism and the creative economy.

The Honourable Minister commended the efforts and investments of His Excellency, Mr. Siminalayi Fubara Sir Siminalayi Fubara in strengthening Rivers State’s cultural and creative ecosystem, noting that the partnership will build on the strong foundation already laid by his administration.

Through the collaboration, the Ministry and Rivers State Government will work to create new opportunities for creatives, strengthen cultural institutions, attract visitors and investment, and position the state’s rich heritage and creative potential for greater visibility nationally and globally.

The Renewed Hope Cultural Project reflects the Ministry’s commitment to working with states across Nigeria to harness their unique cultural assets and ensure that every part of the country contributes to the growth of Nigeria’s tourism and creative economy.

The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa, alongside the Mini...
20/07/2026

The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa, alongside the Ministry’s team, today met with the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, and the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of MOFI, Dr. Armstrong Ume Takang, together with their teams, to explore a strategic partnership aimed at expanding access to fashion and design skills development across Nigeria.

The discussions focused on leveraging NELFUND’s student financing platform to support aspiring creatives enrolled in world-class Fashion & Design Training Centres, ensuring that talented young Nigerians can acquire industry-relevant skills without financial barriers. The proposed collaboration seeks to strengthen the creative talent pipeline by combining quality training, accessible financing, entrepreneurship support and pathways to employment.

The meeting reflects our shared commitment to building a sustainable creative ecosystem that empowers young Nigerians with the skills, opportunities and resources needed to thrive in the country’s growing creative economy.

The United States recently marked its 250th independence anniversary. What built the nation? Not only its military or it...
06/07/2026

The United States recently marked its 250th independence anniversary. What built the nation? Not only its military or its markets. Its culture. Hollywood. Jazz. Hip-hop. The NBA. The Marvel Cinematic Universe. American creative industries generate over $1 trillion annually and they carry American values and American identity to every corner of the world.

Nigeria is not America. But the principle holds: the nations that shape the world are the ones that shape its culture. We mapped our creative economy. 58 insights. Published, shared, debated. Starting tomorrow, we go deeper. 22 new insights. Every other day through August. The Deeper Mapping.

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Benin City is one of the most culturally significant cities in Africa. The bronze artistry of the Benin Kingdom is among...
01/07/2026

Benin City is one of the most culturally significant cities in Africa. The bronze artistry of the Benin Kingdom is among the most recognized pre-colonial art in the world — and the subject of an active restitution conversation with European institutions.

From the Ministry's CCI + Tourism Mapping Report. Download at https://nigeriaeverywhere.com/news/news/fmactce-tourism-mapping-project

The return of Nigeria’s cultural heritage represents more than the recovery of artefacts. It reflects the power of dialo...
29/06/2026

The return of Nigeria’s cultural heritage represents more than the recovery of artefacts. It reflects the power of dialogue, trust, and international cooperation in preserving shared history.

The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa , alongside the Director General of the National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM), Olugbile Holloway, received Her Excellency Elisabeth Baume Schneider .baumeschneider , Swiss Federal Councillor, and her delegation at the National Museum, Lagos, ahead of the official ceremony.

The transfer of 28 Benin Bronzes and the signing of the Nigeria Switzerland Bilateral Agreement on the Import, Export and Repatriation of Cultural Property mark a significant milestone in strengthening cultural cooperation, advancing heritage protection, and fostering long term collaboration between both nations.

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