Nigeria is working with Uganda to build stronger cultural ties and support cooperation across Africa. This effort was highlighted during a meeting in Abuja, where Nigeria’s Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, welcomed a team of senior Ugandan military officers.
The 27-member Ugandan team was in Nigeria to learn more about how culture and creativity are used to support economic growth. Musawa, represented by Rev. Canon Anamah N.U.B, explained that Nigeria is focusing on building its creative industries. She said the goal is to create jobs and new business opportunities through arts and culture.
She also spoke about the deep history between Nigeria and Uganda, which dates back to the 1960s. Both countries have faced similar struggles, such as colonial rule, tribal tensions, and religious differences. She said that these shared experiences make cultural exchange even more important.
Musawa noted that Nigeria is open to working with Uganda on joint projects, including festivals, exhibitions, and training programs. She said this kind of partnership can help Africans understand each other better and work together on bigger goals.
The Ugandan officers praised Nigeria for its efforts to grow culture as a tool for progress. They said they hope to take back ideas that can help Uganda grow its own creative sector.
Both sides agreed that culture is not just about tradition—it’s also a way to build peace, support young people, and strengthen ties between nations. The meeting ended with a shared promise to keep working together for a more united and creative Africa.
