JT Agency to Launch Cultural Festival in Abuja This December

A hand-built clay city will be constructed in Abuja from December 1–5, 2026, as part of the Carnival of Stories festival, themed “This Is Nigeria: Chapter By Chapter.” Organized by JT Agency, the festival aims to present Nigeria’s cultural heritage as interconnected narratives rather than isolated traditions. The festival will feature various cultural environments, including the Grove of Ancestors and the Court of Masks, beginning at the Zaure, a traditional space symbolizing hospitality.

The clay city reflects traditional building methods that utilize locally sourced earth, promoting sustainability in construction. The festival emphasizes that Nigeria's diverse traditions and histories are chapters of a larger narrative, encouraging visitors to engage with the country's cultural memory in a meaningful way.

The experience culminates at the Impluvium, a space for reflection.