The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy has officially endorsed the Cultural Hangout Festival (CHF) 2025, organised by the Platform for Cooperation on Mixed Migration (PCMM). The festival, scheduled to hold from 12th to 13th December 2025 in Abuja, will commemorate the United Nations International Migrants Day under the theme: “Honouring the Contributions of Migrants and Respecting Their Rights.”
In an endorsement letter signed by Dr. Mukhtar Yawale Muhammed, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, the Federal Government recognised CHF as “a valuable platform that celebrates migrants, promotes cultural diversity, and projects Nigeria as a centre for dialogue on migration and inclusion.”
The ministry also encouraged “the general public, development partners, and cultural stakeholders to support and collaborate with PCMM towards the successful hosting of the festival.”
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According to Aihawu Victor, Director of PCMM and CEO of the Cultural Hangout Festival, the endorsement reflects Nigeria’s commitment to welcoming migrants and celebrating their social, cultural, and economic contributions to the nation. “Nigeria continues to stand out as a country that not only hosts migrants but gives them space to thrive,” he said.
The Cultural Hangout Festival Abuja 2025 will feature country community tents, art and cultural showcases, trade exhibitions and youth engagement sessions, all designed to amplify migrant voices and promote unity through culture.