By Aderogba George
The Global Initiative for Leadership Success says the upcoming African Descent Creative Industry Leadership Summit will create opportunities for investors and financiers to boost the sector’s potential.
The President and Chief Executive Officer of the initiative, Mr Sunnie Chukumele, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Abuja.
He said that the summit was scheduled to hold on May 13 in Abuja.
According to him, the summit has garnered enthusiasm from Embassies and High Commissions of African descent countries in Nigeria, who have expressed keen interest in participating.
Chukumele further disclosed that all countries of African descent are expected to take part in the programme.
“Also expected at the summit are heads of state Ministries of Culture and Tourism in Nigeria, along with relevant agencies and parastatals.
“Additionally, policymakers, industry stakeholders, and both local and international financial organizations are slated to participate,” he said.
He said that the summit would provide the platform for investors and financiers to connect, fostering an environment where they could fully harness opportunities within the creative industry.
Chukumele also noted that he recently led a delegation to the Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Ms Hannatu Musawa, who pledged the ministry’s full support and collaboration for the event.
“The visibly excited minister expressed the ministry’s willingness to collaborate and provide all necessary support to ensure the success of the initiative.
“Musawa also commended the organisers for developing such an impactful project, saying it encompasses the entire ecosystem of the creative industry,” he said.
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