Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening cultural and tourism cooperation with China, highlighting the crucial role women play in strengthening bilateral relations. Dr. Mukhtar Muhammad, Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, made this statement at the Chinese New Year/Lantern Festival and China-Nigeria Womenโs Carnival in Abuja.
The event symbolized a fusion of two great cultures, bound by shared values of family, community, and respect for tradition. Muhammad emphasized that women are central to shaping this partnership, preserving culture, driving innovation, and fostering people-to-people diplomacy ยน.
The celebration featured a China-Nigeria concert, cultural exhibitions, digital empowerment showcases, and traditional delicacies, reflecting the theme: โLanterns Symbolizing Light and Hope, and Women Symbolizing Strength and Creativityโ.
