The Honourable Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has described Nigeria’s entertainment industry as the nation’s dazzling crown jewel, noting its unrivaled creativity, infectious laughter, compelling storytelling, and growing economic impact that continues to captivate audiences across the globe.
The Minister made this remark during a courtesy engagement with the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), led by its President, Otunba Bolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr. Latin. The meeting, provided an opportunity for robust interaction and strategic dialogue between government and key stakeholders in the creative sector.
The engagement followed the recent honour bestowed on the Minister as “Man of the Year” at TAMPAN’s National Professional and Empowerment Summit.
The award recognizes the Minister’s reform initiatives and significant strides in service delivery within the Ministry of Interior.
During the meeting, both parties held fruitful discussions on potential areas of collaboration aimed at strengthening the creative industry, expanding opportunities for practitioners, and leveraging the sector’s economic potential for national growth.
The Minister emphasized that governance is a collective responsibility, requiring active participation and partnership among patriotic stakeholders across all sectors.
Reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment, the Minister assured TAMPAN of continued support for policies and initiatives that nurture, protect, and empower Nigeria’s creative talents.
He noted that fostering strong partnerships between government and the entertainment industry remains critical to driving inclusive development and projecting Nigeria’s cultural influence globally.
The TAMPAN leadership expressed appreciation for the Minister’s engagement and recognition, reiterating their readiness to collaborate with the Ministry in advancing professionalism, empowerment, and sustainable growth within the industry.
The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to deepening cooperation in ways that promote national development while ensuring that Nigeria’s creative industry continues to thrive as a source of pride, employment, and global influence.
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