Ify Onyekwere
A summit aimed at promoting tourism, entertainment, and crafts in the Central region of Kogi state, Nigeria has been scheduled for September 30, 2023. The Kogi Central All Artistes and Entertainment Summit 2023 will bring together stakeholders in the entertainment industry, including government establishments, artists, managers, filmmakers, and promoters, among others.
The summit was announced by Mohammed Bougei Attah, Coordinator of Trans Atlantic Centre in Okene, during the first physical meeting of partners on March 19, 2023. Attah emphasized the urgent need to support the entertainment industry, given the number of youths currently engaged in the sector. He noted that the Kogi Central zone has abundant resources that could serve as a cornerstone of development in the area and beyond.
The meeting, which took place at the Tafari Hotel and Suites, was attended by key stakeholders, including AFIMS Hotels Limited, represented by the General Manager Icha Suleiman, the producer of MLC Tv and Special Assistant to the Governor of Kogi State on new media, Ms. Billie Avoyi, and Abdulrahman Suleiman of Calabash Film Production. Other attendees included Suleiman Abdullahi, the General Manager of Tafari Hotel and Suites, Abdulateef Isah Ovosi, a tourism and culture expert, and the office of the special assistant to the Governor on Entertainment, Kogi Central, Hon. Mario.
The summit promises to be a significant step towards promoting the entertainment industry and unlocking the potentials of the Kogi Central region. It is hoped that the event will help to create new opportunities for young people, boost tourism, and drive economic growth in the area.
The Kogi Central All Artistes and Entertainment Summit 2023 registration portal for artists, such as comedians, singers, and event managers, will be available online by April. The summit is expected to showcase the rich cultural heritage of the Kogi Central region and provide a platform for networking and collaboration among stakeholders in the entertainment industry.
The Kogi Central All Artistes and Entertainment Summit 2023 is a timely initiative that aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 8, which promotes sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.
