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China, Nigeria Should Advance Bilateral Relations Through Dance, Says Envoy
China, Nigeria Should Advance Bilateral Relations Through Dance, Says Envoy
By: Michael Mike
The Chargé D’affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria, Zhang Yi has said China and Nigeria should leverage on dance culture to promote diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Zhang gave the advice on Thursday during the “Energy China – Nigeria Dance Competition” hosted by the Chinese Embassy in collaboration with China Energy International Group Nigeria Co., Ltd. among others.
He noted that dance has long been recognized as a universal language that transcends cultural differences and communicates emotions and stories in a powerful and evocative way.
He said: “We believe that dance expresses our feelings, our love, and also our passion towards life.
“Dance culture serves as a powerful means of expression and communication, breaking down barriers and promoting cooperation and understanding between nations.
“China and Nigeria have the potential to foster greater cultural exchange and communication through dance, despite their differences in language, religion, and ethnicity.
“Therefore the need for the two countries to use dance as a way to deepen relations between them for mutual benefits,”Zhang said.
Managing Director, China Energy Mr Li Baisheng, In his remarks, said that dance provides an avenue to appreciate the rich cultural heritage and diversity of both China and Nigeria while creating a platform for cultural exchange and collaboration.
He said: “We are not only focusing on infrastructure but also committed to promoting mutually beneficial cooperation through cultural exchange.
“By bringing together talented dancers from both nations, we believe the competition will highlight the beauty and artistry of traditional dance forms and showcase the shared values and traditions that unite the two countries,”Baisheng said.
Also speaking, President of Society of Nigerian Artists and President of China Alumni Association, Mr Muhammad Sulaiman, said that China and Nigeria have a long history of diplomatic relations characterized by mutual respect, cooperation, and friendship.
He said: “Over the years, both countries have engaged in various collaborative efforts spanning trade, infrastructure development, education, and cultural exchanges.
“The China-Nigeria Dance Competition represents a continuation of this productive partnership and a significant step towards strengthening people-to-people ties.”
On his part, the Director of China Cultural Centre in Nigeria, Mr. Li Xuda, expressed his appreciation for the platform provided for artists to encourage their active participation in promoting dance.
Li also encouraged other Chinese companies to be actively involved in cultural exchange activities to build a stronger relationship between China and Nigeria.
Prizes were given to winners in different categories, with Bwari dance group winning the first position from the Nigerian side with a cash prize of N500,000 and Wang Ao, the overall winner from the Chinese side equally going home with N500,000. The second and third place winners got N200,000 and N100,000 each from both groups.
China, Nigeria Should Advance Bilateral Relations Through Dance, Says Envoy
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FG Declares Holidays for Christmas, New Year Celebrations
FG Declares Holidays for Christmas, New Year Celebrations
By: Michael Mike
The Federal Government has declared Wednesday 25th, Thursday 26th December 2024, and Wednesday 1st January, 2025 as Public Holidays to celebrate Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year respectively.
The Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government extended warm greetings to all Nigerians, urging them to use the festive period to reflect on the values of love, peace, and unity that the season signifies.
Tunji-Ojo emphasised the importance of the season as a time to foster harmony and strengthen bonds across families and communities.
The Minister also called on Nigerians to remain committed to the peace, unity and progress of the nation for national development.
The Minister, in a press release on Monday signed by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, said: “The Christmas season is a good moment for both spiritual reflection and national renewal. As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, the Prince of Peace, let us demonstrate kindness and extend goodwill to one another, irrespective of our differences.”
He assured citizens of the Federal Government’s continued commitment to ensuring peace, security, and prosperity across the nation.
The Minister while wishing Nigerians a merry Christmas and a prosperous 2025, expressed his confidence in the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu’s Administration ushering in the new year, a better and prosperous economy that will be the envy of the world.
FG Declares Holidays for Christmas, New Year Celebrations
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FG Condoles with Families of Stampede Victims, Issues Advisory on Public Events During the Yuletide
FG Condoles with Families of Stampede Victims, Issues Advisory on Public Events During the Yuletide
By: Rabiu Ibrahim
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, deeply sympathizes with the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in the tragic stampedes that occurred during food distribution exercises in Ibadan, Abuja, and Okija.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and all those affected by these unfortunate incidents,” he said.
The Minister said the tragedies are deeply saddening and underscore the importance of ensuring proper crowd management during such charitable activities, especially during the festive season.
While acknowledging the noble intentions of organizers seeking to bring relief to vulnerable members of society, the Minister strongly admonishes all individuals and organizations planning similar events to comply with the directive of the Inspector General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun on liaising with the police formations for effective crowd control and security measures.
He emphasized that collaboration with the police and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), is crucial to safeguarding lives and ensuring that such efforts to assist those in need do not inadvertently lead to further distress.
Furthermore, the Minister appealed to politicians and other stakeholders to refrain from politicizing the unfortunate incidents, stressing that those tragic events are in no way connected to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration’s economic reforms.
“It is worth noting that similar unfortunate occurrences have been recorded in the past, before the current administration, as such, making any attempt to link these tragedies to the President’s reforms is unfounded and disingenuous,” he said.
Idris said the reforms, while repositioning the Nigerian economy for sustainable growth, are designed to uplift the lives of all Nigerians, particularly the vulnerable without causing distress.
The Minister called for a collective sense of responsibility and urged citizens to unite and ensure that the Yuletide season is marked by peace, goodwill, and joy.
FG Condoles with Families of Stampede Victims, Issues Advisory on Public Events During the Yuletide
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CUBA: MARCH OF THE COMBATING PEOPLE CONFIRMS THE UNITY OF THE CUBAN PEOPLE AGAINST THE BLOCKADE AND THE REMOVAL FROM THE LIST OF COUNTRIES THAT ALLEGEDLY SPONSOR TERRORISM.
CUBA: MARCH OF THE COMBATING PEOPLE CONFIRMS THE UNITY OF THE CUBAN PEOPLE AGAINST THE BLOCKADE AND THE REMOVAL FROM THE LIST OF COUNTRIES THAT ALLEGEDLY SPONSOR TERRORISM.
By: Michael Mike
On December 20, at the end of the plenary session of the National Assembly of People’s Power of the Republic of Cuba (ANPP), a popular march took place in front of the United States Embassy in Havana, with the aim of firmly and forcefully denouncing the atrocities caused within the country by the unjust and criminal blockade of the United States of America and the permanence of Cuba on the illegitimate list of countries that supposedly sponsor terrorism.
The Havana seafront, faithful scene of Cuban struggles and just causes, was, once again, witness to the humane and revolutionary claim of a resilient and combative people.
The March of the Combatant People, the name given by Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz to the many popular complaints made by the Cuban people against the unjust measures adopted by the United States government against the Island for more than 62 years, was led by the President of the Republic Miguel Díaz Canel Bermúdez and the Army General and leader of the Cuban Revolution Raúl Castro Ruz.
On October 31, the United Nations General Assembly adopted for the 32nd time, with an overwhelming majority, the resolution in which it calls on the United States to end the prolonged economic, commercial and financial blockade against Cuba. The resolution, supported by 187 States, including Nigeria, reaffirmed once again the total support of the international community for the just struggle of the Cuban people and government.
During the march, the Cuban president said: “We do not profess the slightest feeling of hatred against the American people. To the noble citizens of that country, we offer our full respect, and our hand is always extended to strengthen the bonds of brotherhood between the two peoples. That is the same hand that we have extended to all US governments since the triumph of the revolution until today, always in terms of a serious, respectful relationship and on equal terms, but if the US persists in its efforts to undermine our sovereignty, our independence, our socialism, they will only find rebellion and intransigence.”
He also reiterated: “This will be a march, yes, very anti-imperialist. Against American imperialism and its attempt to impose itself in Cuba by force or seduction, we will march now and always.”
CUBA: MARCH OF THE COMBATING PEOPLE CONFIRMS THE UNITY OF THE CUBAN PEOPLE AGAINST THE BLOCKADE AND THE REMOVAL FROM THE LIST OF COUNTRIES THAT ALLEGEDLY SPONSOR TERRORISM.
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