Convergence of Nigeria’s culture, commerce, creativity on spotlight at maiden national festival – convener
Jude Uwagbai Irabor, the convener of the maiden Nigerian foods, culture festival has disclosed that the national initiative will spotlight the convergence of Nigeria’s culture, commerce, and creativity.
According to Irabor, the maiden Nigerian Foods & Culture Festival (NFCF) tagged, ‘Proudly Nigerian, Globally Celebrated’ is designed to showcase Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage through food, music, art, fashion, sports, and technology in one unifying celebration.
“Whether it’s our cuisine, literature, music, fashion, sports, or industry, our Nigerian-ness is being celebrated globally. The NFCF is a dedicated space to celebrate that excellence right here at home,” he stated, disclosing that the festival’s theme was inspired by the growing global recognition of Nigerian creativity and talent.
According to the organisers, the NFCF represents more than just a festival—it is a platform for young Nigerians to express creativity, connect with opportunities, and celebrate excellence. “The festival embodies our vision of merging culture, commerce, and creativity to tell Nigeria’s story to the world.”
Hannatu Musa Musawa, the minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, officially unveiled the national programme at a stakeholders meeting in Abuja after the National Economic Council (NEC) approval.
Scheduled for December 16–17, 2025, at the Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval, Onikan, Lagos, the NFCF aims to bring together Nigerian families, fun lovers, and culture enthusiasts to celebrate the nation’s diversity, unity, and creative excellence.
Ada Onuorah, the festival’s communications officer, stated that the event would offer a unique opportunity for people—especially children, young adults, and tourists to explore the different cultural aspects of Nigeria.
She added that the festival would create vast opportunities for partnerships, networking, and socioeconomic growth, serving as a catalyst for community development and national unity. “It is an avenue for people to experience and explore the different cultural aspects of Nigeria.”
Onuorah also disclosed that the two-day food and culture festival will run daily from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., featuring exhibitions, live performances, and nationwide cultural showcases. She added that a major highlight of the festival will be the training and empowerment of selected youth across the country’s six geopolitical zones in areas such as fashion, culinary arts, and adire-making, by a non-governmental organization, the WealthHead Foundation.
