Plateau State to Host Inaugural Mega Cultural Festival

Plateau State is preparing for its inaugural mega cultural festival, scheduled for October, which aims to highlight the state's rich cultural heritage and position it as a tourism hub in Nigeria. Cornelius Doeyok, the Commissioner for Tourism, Culture, and Hospitality, emphasized that the festival, formerly known as the Plateau State Festival of Arts and Culture, will unify the 56 ethnic nations of the state in celebration ahead of the harvest season.

The festival is designed to become a significant tourism asset, capable of attracting thousands of visitors and stimulating the local economy. Governor Caleb Mutfwang's administration has prioritized tourism in its economic agenda, recognizing the cultural and creative tourism sector as a major driver of job creation and revenue.

The state government plans to enhance tourism policies and engage stakeholders through public-private partnerships. Despite recent security challenges, the festival remains a priority, with efforts to ensure it proceeds as planned to showcase Plateau State's resilience and cultural pride.