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Nigeria’s Art Industry Gets Boost from Ecobank and Other Sponsors

Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, is calling for stronger public-private partnerships to drive the sustainability of the country’s art industry.

Speaking at the +234 International Art Fair in Lagos, Musawa praised Ecobank Nigeria, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), and Soto Gallery for supporting emerging artists.

The minister expressed delight in the diverse range of artworks on display, citing the event as a showcase for Nigeria’s emerging talent and a bridge to the future of art.

She assured young artists of continued support and exposure to contribute to the country’s economic growth.

Musawa emphasized the need for stronger collaboration between the public and private sectors to ensure the art industry’s long-term sustainability.

She lauded Ecobank and other sponsors for providing a platform for new artists to showcase their talent and creativity.

The minister highlighted the potential of the art industry to contribute to Nigeria’s economic growth.

L-R: Omoboye Odu, Head of SME, Partnership and Collaboration, Ecobank Nigeria; Kola Adeleke, Executive Director of Commercial Banking, Ecobank Nigeria; Bolaji Lawal, Managing Director/Regional Executive, Ecobank Nigeria; Hannatu Musa Musawa, Minister of Art, Culture and Creative Economy; Mrs. Tola Akerele, Founder of +234 Art Fair and Soto Gallery; and Ms. Toyin Laoshe, Project Director of the +234 Art Fair, at the Art Fair held at the Ecobank Pan African Centre in Lagos.

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