WORK HOURS

Mon - Fr: 10am - 8pm

LOCATION

1 KASINA STATE, NIGERIA

PHONE NUMBER

+ 234 802 271 0831

Event Date: 
6th - 11th oct. 2024

Venue:
ibom hall, uyo city.
 Akwa ibom state, nigeria.

festival EVENTS

01.

Grand Opening Ceremony: Kick off the festival with a spectacular opening ceremony featuring a parade of all 15 member states, showcasing their traditional attire, music, and dance.

02.

  • Cultural Performances: Enjoy live performances from each member state, including traditional dances, music ensembles, and theatrical presentations. Highlights include Benin’s Vodun dances, Ghana’s Highlife music, and Mali’s griot storytelling.

  • Fashion Show: Witness the fusion of tradition and modernity in a vibrant fashion show, featuring contemporary designs inspired by traditional attire from across West Africa.

  • Art and Craft Exhibitions: Explore the creativity of West African artisans with exhibitions showcasing intricate beadwork, pottery, textiles, and sculptures. Participate in workshops to learn the crafts firsthand.


    • Exhibition of Products/ Products information of Organizations, States and Countries.

    03.

    Workshops and Lectures: Engage in interactive workshops and enlightening lectures on topics such as traditional cooking techniques, the history of West African music, and the significance of cultural rituals.


    International Colloquium for Leaders/ Business CEOs on Food Security, Culture and Peace in Africa.

    04.

    Interactive Sessions:

    Youth, Women, Students, Civil Society and Non-Governmental Organizations Forum.


    Plenary Sssions, Interactive Dialogue, Group Discussions, Symposia, Seminars, etc.


    Governors, Parliamentariants, Ministers, Diplomatic Community and VIP's Forum.


    01. January 2017

    Exhibition: Shop for unique, handmade goods at the community market, where vendors from across West Africa offer a variety of products, from spices and fabrics to jewelry and art.

    01. March 2017

    Official Closing Ceremony: Musical Concert, Dinners and Award. 
    - Site Seeing, Visit to the Host State Governor, VIPs and post Festival Tour locally/internationally.

    festival partners

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    ecowas
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