In a recent statement, President Bola Tinubu lauded the ingenuity, creativity, and remarkable artistic prowess exhibited by Nigeria’s flourishing entertainment industry. The President took a moment to extend heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Funke Akindele for achieving a record-setting milestone in the realm of filmmaking, emphasizing her significant contributions to the industry’s overall advancement.
President Tinubu, recognizing the pivotal role of the creative sector, commended the industry for its excellence, acknowledging it not only as a platform for artistic expression but also as a substantial source of soft power and a viable export for the nation.
Highlighting the industry’s impact on employment, especially for the nation’s talented youth, President Tinubu expressed the importance of the creative sector to his administration. He stated, “The creative industry is one of the high-employment sectors, providing jobs for our able and talented youths. It is an industry that is crucial to my administration. I salute Nigerians for their enduring support and patronage of home-grown creative efforts. We will provide the conducive environment for the industry to thrive further.”
Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity, echoed the President’s sentiments, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to fostering an environment conducive to the continued growth and success of the Nigerian creative industry.
