China Pledges Tech Support For Cultural Academy in Nigeria

In a significant development, the Chinese Government has pledged to support the Nigerian Academy for Cultural Studies (NACUS) with technology, focusing on the newly introduced cultural technology course. This commitment was made by LI Xuda, Counselor at the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria and Director of the China Cultural Center, during a meeting with Otunba Biodun Ajiboye, Executive Secretary/CEO of the National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO) in Abuja on Tuesday, July 9, 2024.

According to the report, NACUS, recently established by NICO under the leadership of Otunba Biodun Ajiboye, plans to set up campuses across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, with Kwara State selected to host one of the campuses.

This development is expected to create job opportunities for Nigerians across the country. The Cultural Technology department at NACUS will focus on utilizing Nigeria’s natural resources to produce household items through technology, aiming to convert raw materials into products commonly used by Nigerians. This initiative aligns with the Federal Government’s efforts to promote self-reliance and reduce importation.