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In a move to bolster the nation’s creative sector, President Bola Tinubu has appointed eleven (11) new Chief Executive Officers to key agencies under the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy. The appointments, effective immediately, aim to inject fresh energy and expertise into the sector and drive its growth.
Among the notable appointments are:
- Tola Akerele as Director-General of the National Theatre, bringing her extensive experience in theatre production and management to the prestigious institution.
- Dr. Shaibu Husseini, a renowned film scholar and critic, takes the helm at the National Films and Censors Board, tasked with regulating the film industry while nurturing its artistic freedom.
- Mr. Obi Asika, a seasoned entrepreneur and investor in the creative sector, will lead the National Council for Arts and Culture, driving the development and promotion of Nigerian arts and culture across the globe.
Other key appointments include:
- Aisha Adamu Augie – Centre for Black and African Arts and Culture
- Ekpolador-Ebi Koinyan – National War Museum
- Ahmed Sodangi – National Gallery of Art
- Chaliya Shagaya – National Institute of Archeology and Museums Studies
- Hajiya Khaltume Bulama Gana – National Troupe of Nigeria
- Otunba Biodun Ajiboye – National Institute for Cultural Orientation
- Ali Nuhu – Nigerian Film Corporation
- Ramatu Abonbo Mohammed – National Commission for Museums and Monuments
President Tinubu has tasked the new appointees with revitalizing the creative sector, promoting its immense potential, and contributing to the nation’s economic growth. He emphasized the need for professionalism, diligence, and patriotism in their duties, urging them to unlock the full potential of Nigeria’s vibrant arts, culture, and creative industries.
This reshuffle signals a renewed commitment from the government to prioritize the creative sector and its role in shaping Nigeria’s national identity and global image.