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  • Shettima, Emir of Zazzau, Adeleke, Nwoko, others back Abuja international carnival

    Shettima, Emir of Zazzau, Adeleke, Nwoko, others back Abuja international carnival

    As the much talked-about Abuja International Carnival draws close to its kickoff, the Federal Government has expressed support and readiness to ensure the event is a success.

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to be represented by the Vice President, Kashim Shettima as the carnival kicks off on Saturday November 23 to Monday, November 25, 2024.

    The government preparedness and support for the carnival was re-echoed during the recent visit of Abuja International Carnival’s CEO, Kehinde Adegbite, also known as Mallam Yankee to brief Shetrima on the preparation ahead of the event.

    Shettima said beyond just promoting the nation’s rich cultural heritage, the Nigerian carnival industry also has enormous potential to drive national unity and cohesion and empower the youths.

    He assured that the government was positioning the country’s carnival industry to tap from the global carnival market, estimated at $5 billion, as a strategic lever for the nation’s economic growth.

    “The value of the global carnival market is estimated at $5 billion. This underscores its potential to assist us in our economic growth agenda,” he said, pledging support for the carnival. 

    Briefing newsmen shortly after the visit to the VP, Mallam Yankee assured Nigerians that the carnival would be one of the best event on the African soil, revealing that Emir of Zazzau, HRH, Ambassador Nuhu Bamalli would be the royal father of the carnival. Mallam Yankee said a visit to the Emir’s palace already gave the carnival a perfect boost. 

    He identified two pillars of the carnival to include Osun Governor, Ademola Adeleke and Senator Ned Nwoko.

    The carnival which will chiefly hold at the Eagle Square in Abuja will have Portable, Styl Plus, Magnito, Terry G, Terry Apala, and many other artistes attending and performing at an all evening concert. The concert which will last for the period of 3 days will kick off 5pm everyday. 

    Also featuring at the carnival shall be Boat Regatta, Durbar, street carnival, Indigenous fashion show, traditional cooking competition, masquerade parade and children carnival. 

    Notable Nigerian states will be participating at the carnival. Countries from Africa and Asia including India and Burundi will attend the carnival. 

    The Federal Capital Territory and the Ministry of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, have backed the event.

    Abuja International Carnival is a partnership innovation between the Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy and Yankee Entertainment.

    Mallam Yankee, the CEO of Yankee Entertainment is a known patriot and promoter of the Nigerian image through entertainment and other viable platforms.

  • FCT hosts football tournament ahead Abuja international carnival

    FCT hosts football tournament ahead Abuja international carnival

    Ahead of the Abuja International Carnival scheduled for November 23-25, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has commenced a government and private secondary schools tournament as part of activities leading to the main event. 

    The pre-event tournament is tagged FCT Junior Secondary School Football tournament.

    The tournament will hold from October 14-18..

    According to the organisers, the tournament will commence with the Round of 16 and proceed directly to the final. 

    The participating schools will represent Gwagwalada Area Council and AMAC (Abuja Municipal Area Council) and all matches will be held in the two area councils respectively (Government day Secondary school, Gwagwalada and Government Secondary School, Tundun-Wada), while the semifinal and finals will be played at the Old Parade Ground, Area 10, Garki, Abuja.”

    The organisers added: “The FCT Junior Secondary School Football Tournament serves as a pre-event for the Abuja International Carnival 2024, showcasing the vibrant talent of young athletes while promoting the broader mission of the carnival; unity, cultural preservation, and community engagement.”

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    On the importance of the tournament, they explained: “The competition will also highlight the role of sports in youth development, encouraging teamwork, discipline, and healthy competition among the students, while the carnival amplifies the messages of unity and national pride.”

    Chief Executive Officer, CEO, of the Carnival, Mallam Yankee said: “The tournament is designed to foster youth engagement, sportsmanship, and promote unity among junior secondary schools in both public and private sectors within the Federal Capital Territory, FCT.”

    Speaking at the official draw ceremony for the tournament which held at the FCT Education Secretariat Hall, Utako, Mallam Yankee affirmed that the tournament would further create awareness and promote the culture of sports among young talents in the FCT. 

    During the draw, the  participating schools were introduced properly to their group stage matchups.

    Group stage matches are expected  

    to be played on October 14th to at Abaji: Government Day Secondary School; Kwali: Government Secondary School; Gwagwalada: Government Day Secondary School; Kuje: Government Secondary School; Bwari: Government Secondary School; AMAC: Government Secondary School, Tundun-Wada.

    While the quarterfinals would  be played on October 15th, the semifinals would hold on October 16th. The finals and 3rd place would be played on October 18th.

    Participating schools include JSS Kwali, JSS Kilankwa, JSS Bako, ADJSS Asokoro, JSS Jabi, JSS Karu, JSS Hajj Camp, JSS Angwa-Dodo, JSS Gwako, JSS Dutse Sagwari, JSS Zuba, JSS Kubwa, Kuje: JSS Kuje, JSS Pasali, JSS Kayarda,JSS Kekeshi, JSS Abaji, JSS Sabo Gari and many others. 

    Also to participate in the tournament are some select private schools from all the area councils in the FCT.

    Mallam Yankee assured FCT residents of a successful tournament and a carnival never seen before in the country.

    Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa hailed the initiative, stating that such an event will further promote the message of social cohesion and national pride.

    Brands supporting the football competition are Kairoshof Powerhorse, Maikaros, Malula water 

    and G1 Luxury Homes.