S/ Kaduna people's Union showcases Mega cultural Festival in Abuja, As Michael Ayuba Lauds the Participants.
For far too long, the rich and vibrant cultures of Africa haven’t always received the global recognition they deserve. However, the new movement emerged by the Southern Kaduna people's Union to change that narrative. The Mega cultural Festival is not just an event; it is a powerful platform for cultural celebration, artistic expression, and building bridges across communities in the FCT amongst Southern Kaduna people's Union
The Mega cultural festival and cooperative take-up fundraising for her members Empowerment was organized by the Southern Kaduna people's Union in Abuja.
The colorful festival ceremony held on Saturday being 23rd November, 2024 at the Cyperian Ekwensi for Arts and Culture, Area 10 in Abuja.
The Mega cultural festival transcends a simple cultural celebration. It is a potent reminder of the immense potential that lies within the cultural heritage. Imagine a vibrant space where dazzling traditional attire mingles with cutting-edge business ideas. This event fosters a unique cross-pollination where established figures inspire the next generation entrepreneurs and artists. It’s a melting pot of heritage and innovation, a testament to the enduring spirit of African creativity and its potential to reshape the Southern Kaduna cultural landscape.
Here is why this innovative event deserves a spot on your cultural calendar: It promises to be a spectacular annual event that will serve as a celebration of culture, a marketing tool, an exhibition space, and a capacity-building initiative. The main thrust is to re-capture a wide audience range across the 56 Ethnic groups in the Southern Kaduna lives in the FCT
The event specifically reaching out to people, institutions, businesses, entrepreneurs, and organisations who are seeking knowledge, plus a platform for exceptional creative and artistic expression, trade, and investment opportunities, ready to ’Arize! and make a difference within the wider market’s inventive and innovative space.
The 2023 Labour Party Senatorial Candidate, Southern Kaduna was a guest of honour, Engr. Micheal Ayuba Auta, has said that the Cultural heritage and tourism potential of Southern Kaduna is vast, and events like this would help to showcase the region’s endowments to the outside world.
Engr. Michael While speaking in Abuja at the commencement of the festival, said he was confident that the Southern Kaduna Festival would not only provide day of fun, excitement, and cultural displays but will also catalyze economic growth in the FCT
He said “It is with great excitement that I stand before you today on the occasion of the opening ceremony of the first Southern Kaduna Festival in Abuja. The festival is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the rich cultural heritage of Southern Kaduna and promote intercultural exchange among the 56 Ethnic groups
“ Engr. Micheal believes that all lives matter, and this should be our standpoint in Southern Kaduna. We must respect each other in the region and those outside of it, regardless of differences in backgrounds.
In a world that often emphasizes our differences, events such as this provide us with an invaluable opportunity to recognize and celebrate our shared humanity. I would like to take this moment to encourage all participants, spectators, and stakeholders present to embrace the spirit of unity and respect for one another. Let us recognize that diversity is not a challenge but a strength, a source of enrichment that has the power to propel us towards a brighter and more prosperous future.”
The goals of this festival are not merely confined to the realms of entertainment but extend far beyond, aiming to foster and promote inter-relations and exchanges between the people of Southern Kaduna Ethnic groups within the FCT . This pursuit of inclusivity is paramount, given the large number of ethnic groups in this area.The festival will also provide us with the opportunity to tell our story, explaining where we come from and where we hope to go.”
“As we revel in the festivities and partake in the various activities, let us keep in mind the collective interests of Southern Kaduna. Our strength lies in our ability to come together, appreciate our differences, and work towards a shared vision of progress and prosperity. I commend the organizers for their tireless efforts in putting together this spectacular event, and I am confident that the Southern Kaduna Festival will not only provide day of fun, excitement, and cultural displays but will also serve as a catalyst for economic growth in the FCT.
Let us make the most of this unique opportunity to strengthen the bonds that unite us, celebrate the richness of our cultures, and chart a course towards a future characterized by unity, understanding, and collective progress.
I urge all participants to enjoy the myriad of activities lined up for the festival. I wish you all a wonderful festival,” Michael added.
The incredible force behind the Mega cultural Festival, Mr Titus Musa Awanson , Chairman , SOKAPU Abuja Chapter. This Mega Festival , a testament to his passion for celebrating and fostering Southern Kaduna heritage on a global stage.
In a world that often feels increasingly divided, the Southern Kaduna cultural Festival offers a beacon of unity and possibility. It is a chance to celebrate the richness of Cultural heritage, ignite the next generation of creative minds, and forge new connections across communities.
The event was a vibrant celebration that reshaped the cultural landscape, one dazzling display of culture and innovation at a time.
Titus maintained that, the Southern Kaduna people's Union is a multi - cultural, Non- religious, Non-partisan and non- governmental Organization with over 56 ethnic Nationalities across the 12 Local Government in the part of southern Kaduna.
According to him , " we are gathered here to celebrate the richness of the culture that make up our vibrant communities. This festival has been put together in recognition of the power of culture in fostering togetherness, understanding and unity in diversity.
Over 60% of the population of southern Kaduna is made of youths below the age of 30 years. Unfortunately, due to the insecurity that bedevilled our communities for over 10years, most of the youth have relocated to the City center in Abuja.
To reestablish the youth, we have established the Guarara Development Foundation Focus on skills acquisition, business mentoring and developmental initiative, and the Guarara Multi- purpose Cooperative society focus mainly on financial Empowerment and investment.
In order to support these youths in FCT , today fundraising is key component of the Cultural festival. He urged the well meaning sons and Daughters of the Southern Kaduna to support the initiative to take them out restivenenss, poverty and criminality.
Engr. Fidelis yakubu said we have come here to unite as one family to promote the culture of peace and unity.
On promotion of the language, he emphasised the essence of language furtherance which leads to ethical rebirth and value re-orientation among citizens.
He appealed to parents and guardians to promote culture and history at homes to enable younger generations to imbibe the values embedded in them
The heights of the event was the displayed of cultural dance, Art, food and Traditional music, and as well fundraising.
Among the esteemed personalities that graced the occasion are; Titus Musa , Samuel Ambi, Comr. Faruk Datsama, Mathew panga, Danjuma James, Talatis Shamaki, Bulus Lucas, EVANG David Jinang, Michael Maigari, Simon Peter, Chief Kenneth Boman , Billy Madaki, Samuel yavong, Gowon Adamu Haruna, Engr. Andrawas Maina , Fidelis Yakowa, Zacharias A, Gaius Jibo Bitrus, Stephen Bitrus, Paul Tanko, Timothy Matamaki, Bege Afoi, and marina Mathias
The event was more than just a milestone celebration of the rich cultural heritage; it was a testament to the unwavering support , Commitment and love that has been extended by Ethnic Nationalities, family and strangers alike. The connections made, the conversations had, and the beautiful memories created resonate deeply with everyone present, leaving a lasting impression that will be cherished for years to come.
