EU and Nigerian officials during a courtesy visit to formalize the cultural sector partnership aimed at boosting film, digital arts, and national unity.
Nigeria and the European Union have signed a €20 million partnership initiative. The agreement is designed to support museum development, promote film festivals, and expand digital creative industries across the country.
The initiative was announced during a high-level visit by the European Union delegation led by the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, to the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa.
According to the Minister, the collaboration is part of a broader national vision to harness Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage for economic transformation, social cohesion, and youth empowerment.
“Culture is central to civilization and growth. We must harness our rich cultural heritage to drive economic growth, create jobs, and promote national unity,” Musawa said.
As part of ongoing efforts to foster unity and tackle insecurity through culture, the Minister also revealed plans for a ‘Unity Song’, a nationwide project featuring prominent Nigerian artists—to promote peace and national consciousness through music.
To further consolidate the creative sector, the ministry is organizing a Creative Economy Summit to bring together key stakeholders, streamline efforts, and foster collaboration in policy, funding, and project implementation.
Both Nigeria and EU representatives reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cultural cooperation with a focus on capacity building, digital skills development, and alignment with international best practices tailored to Nigeria’s unique realities.
The new cultural initiative is expected to serve as a catalyst for innovation, job creation, and sustainable development, positioning Nigeria’s creative industry as a global force.
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