Uniting Nigerians through NAFEST despite cultural diversities and insecurity

flights flying into the city.
The real essence of using culture to boost the economy was evident and this
sends signals that culture is a veritable tool for economic growth.
Three Nigerians were also recognised and compensated for their contributions
toward nation building having carved niches for themselves in the Nigerian
creative industry.
They are Nigerian film maker, Lancelot Imasuen, a 14-year-old photographer,
James Ikemsinachukwu and Mrs Florence Robinson, who through sales of
“Akara’’ (bean cakes) was able to train two of her children in the university.
Mr Olusegun Runsewe, Director General, National Council for Arts and
Culture (NCAC), rewarded Robinson for frying Akara for all 2019 NAFEST
revelers, while Ikemsinachukwu became the official photographer of the
ancient festival.
Imasuen on the other hand, spearheaded the production of an African drama,
entitled “Life is a Dance’’.
Runsewe said this drama would be exhibited across the country and beyond to
showcase the nation’s rich cultures.
The director-general, during the closing announced Plateau State as host of
the 2020 edition of the festival. (NANFeatures)