Creative Industry

Kangiwa Pledges Support to Pageant Contests As An Arm Of Creative Arts

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4 years ago

December 17, 2020

Director-General, National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR), Alhaji Nura Sani Kangiwa has stated that the Creative Art Industry is one of the most vibrant activity sub-sectors of the tourism industry requiring the support and collaborations of relevant institutions of both public and private sectors of the country to grow and develop the industry.

Alhaji Kangiwa who made the statement when he received in audience, Miss Uwah Edidiong Ezekiel-the Most Beautiful Face Southern Nigeria, in his office, said the beauty pageant industry is part of the Creative Arts that offers youths the platform to showcase their talents in a variety of ways that make them functional citizens contributing their quota for the progress and development of the country.

He said NIHOTOUR as the apex public sector institution saddled with the responsibility of capacity building and offering skilled training of different grades and cadres in the country’s hospitality and the travel-tourism industry is willing to support and collaborate with Miss Uwah Ezekiel to participate at all levels of beauty contests both at home and abroad and succeed as well as achieve her dream goal of becoming the most beautiful beauty pageant worldwide.

Kangiwa posited that NIHOTOUR does not have the financial muscle to offer funds in her beauty contest quests, but will endorse her bids and solicit for her the goodwill and financial wherewithal to pursue her career in local and global contests for the coveted crown of either the most beautiful face, most beautiful girl, etc. from public and private sector organizations, individuals and corporate bodies.

Earlier in her address, Miss Uwah Edidiong from Akwa Ibom state and current crown holder of the Most Beautiful Face Southern Nigeria 2020 which she won in Lagos, September 2020, said she was at NIHOTOUR to seek the support and collaboration of the Director-General in her contest and quest for Ms. International World 2021 Crown back to Nigeria as well as to request him to serve as the Patron of her organization under the auspices of the Most Beautiful Face of Southern Nigeria in view of his pedigree of philanthropic gestures and outstanding contributions to humanity.

Miss Edidiong said she sees her crown and office as a call to serve humanity with the clear vision to rebrand the dented and lost image of beauty pageants and to share in the vision of societal growth through the offering of aids and assistance to orphanage homes, the less privileged in the society as well as in skill acquisitions in various trades and professions, especially of the Programs and Courses offered by NIHOTOUR

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Minister of Arts and Culture Pays Tribute to Late Highlife Icon Mike Ejeagha

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1 day ago

June 7, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy mourns the passing of Nigeria’s highlife legend, Mike Ejeagha, who departed this life on Friday, June 6, 2025, at the age of 95.

The Minister extends condolences to the family, friends, and fans of Mike Ejeagha, in a statement issued on Saturday through her Senior Assistant on Media and Publicity Nneka Ikem Anibeze praying that his soul rests in peace.

Musawa describes the late icon as a legend whose contributions to Nigeria’s culture through music and folklore cannot be set aside.

“The nation has lost a treasure trove of cultural heritage and musical genius. Mike Ejeagha’s contributions to Nigerian music are immeasurable, and his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.

“Mike Ejeagha’s impact on Igbo culture and music is undeniable. His extensive discography, comprising over 300 recordings archived in the National Archives of Nigeria, is a testament to his dedication to preserving and promoting our rich cultural heritage.

“As we mourn the passing of this musical icon, we celebrate his life and legacy. May his music continue to inspire and educate future generations of Nigerians,” the Minister said.

Ejeagha’s distinctive style of Igbo folk music, which resonated across multiple generations, has earned him a revered place in Nigeria’s cultural history. His mastery of transforming Igbo folklore and proverbs into captivating musical narratives educated and entertained audiences, cementing his status as a custodian of oral tradition.

The Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy calls on Nigerians to join in paying tribute to this legendary musician and folklorist, honoring his memory by continuing to promote and preserve our cultural heritage.

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