By Chimezie Godfrey
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to transforming Nigeria’s creative industry into a major driver of economic growth, announcing plans to expand Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes aimed at producing entrepreneurs and employers of labour.
Musawa made the declaration at the Creative Corner Summit 2026 held at the International Conference Centre, Enugu, where she commended the organisers for creating a platform that supports talent development, enterprise growth and innovation among young Nigerians.
The Minister described the summit as a strategic initiative that provides opportunities for networking, mentorship, capacity building, market access and creative incubation, noting that such interventions are critical to unlocking the immense potential of Nigeria’s creative sector.
She also praised the Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, for his visionary leadership and support for initiatives that empower young people, while lauding the summit convener, Judith Okechukwu, as an inspiring example of excellence and innovation among Nigerian women.
According to Musawa, the creative economy remains a key pillar of the Federal Government’s strategy for economic diversification, employment generation and cultural promotion.
“The creative economy is not just about entertainment but also about turning our potential into value, jobs and wealth for Nigerians,” the Minister stated.
She disclosed that the Ministry is scaling up its TVET programmes with industry-focused training designed to equip young creatives with practical skills required to thrive in a competitive global digital economy.
The initiative, she explained, seeks to empower creators not only to secure employment but also to establish businesses capable of creating jobs and generating sustainable wealth.
Musawa urged creatives across the country to take advantage of various government interventions in the areas of training, financing, strategic partnerships and international market access.
Earlier, Okechukwu said Creative Corner was conceived as a platform to spotlight talented but often overlooked creatives and provide them with the tools needed to succeed.
She noted that the summit was established to address the critical needs of creators, including visibility, mentorship, opportunities and community support.
“The event was created as a response to what creators truly need: guidance, visibility, opportunity and community. It was designed to be a space where talent is recognised, opportunities are real, and young people are encouraged to start, stand and grow,” she said.
She added that transformative movements often begin with simple ideas, urging participants to pursue their dreams with determination and purpose.
The summit attracted a diverse audience of stakeholders from the creative industry, government officials and young innovators. Among those present were the Secretary to the Enugu State Government, Chidiebere Onyia, award-winning Nollywood actor and humanitarian Williams Uchemba, as well as emerging creatives from across the country.
The event underscored growing collaboration between government and industry stakeholders aimed at positioning Nigeria’s creative economy as a leading contributor to national development and youth empowerment.
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