TASTE OF AFRICA: Nigeria, Other African Countries Set for Second Edition in Ghana
Amb. Kazeem Balogun, Country Director for Nigeria, Cultural Oneness Festival.
By ‘Sola Akingboye
The organisers of Taste of Africa in Nigeria and Ghana have said its primary goal is to reinforce the inherent connections and cultural ties between Africans residing in Africa and individuals of African heritage in the Diaspora by acknowledging their shared roots while honouring their diverse cultures as a unified people as the second edition is set for Ghana in November.
Assistant Country Director for Nigeria, Cultural Oneness Festival.
Amb. Kazeem Balogun, the Country Director for Nigeria for the Cultural Oneness Festival, made this known while addressing journalists at a press conference organised ahead of the second edition of the pan-African event in Abuja.
He said to accomplish the aforementioned objective, the Taste Of Afrika is utilizing the Cultural Oneness Festival as a catalyst to advance the goal and purpose of tourism, arts, and cultural diversity.
According to him, the 2nd edition of the Cultural Oneness Festival is scheduled to take place from November 13th to November 16th, 2024, in Northern Ghana, to facilitate African traditional establishments and cultural exchange for increased visibility and economic empowerment on the continent.
The festival’s four-day agenda will include Cultural Roots Tours, a Durbar of Kings and Chiefs, a Street Carnival and Exhibitions, a Fashion Show, a Business and Youth Empowerment Forum, and a grand Musical Concert to conclude the festivities.
CEO of The Taste Of Afrika Ltd, Tengol K. Kplemani, also emphasized the festival’s mission as follows: “Our objective is to promote unity and diversity through cultural exchange and continental visibility for economic empowerment.”
He further added, “The festival will provide a platform for different traditional rulers, kingdoms, and leaders from various parts of the continent to come together, share their rich cultural heritage, and collaborate on ways to progress their communities.”
Amb. Kazeem Balogun, the Cultural Oneness Festival Country Director for Nigeria, echoed Tengol Kplemani’s sentiments, emphasizing the significance of unity among African traditional institutions.
He mentioned, “African traditional institutions need to unite under a cohesive front for the advancement of the continent, and that is the objective of the Cultural Oneness Festival.”
The Ghana event presents a distinctive opportunity for traditional leaders and their respective Kingdoms to engage in substantive discussions and formulate strategies aimed at the collective progress of the continent. Additionally, the festival has garnered substantial support from notable African figures, including former Nigerian President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo.
Recently, a distinguished delegation led by His Royal Highness, Nandom Naa Professor Delle, President of the Nandom Traditional Council, paid a courtesy visit to Chief Obasanjo in Abeokuta. During this meeting, Obasanjo conveyed his endorsement of the festival and its goals, highlighting the significance of partnerships with reputable organizations such as Ethiopian Airlines and others, which have collaborated with The Taste Of Afrika to ensure the success of the second edition of the Cultural Oneness Festival in Northern Ghana.
The Taste Of Afrika initiative is committed to the promotion of African culture and unity through various events and programs, with the Cultural Oneness Festival serving as a pivotal component of this mission. The festival aims to unite traditional leaders from diverse backgrounds to honour their common heritage.
Attendees can expect a rich display of Africa’s cultural diversity, fostering dialogue among traditional leaders. The Cultural Oneness Festival aspires to cultivate a heightened sense of solidarity and collaboration across the continent. This event not only celebrates African culture but also represents a significant stride towards a more unified and economically empowered Africa. As the festival date approaches, excitement is mounting among participants and supporters.
The Cultural Oneness Festival is poised to be a landmark occasion, promoting unity and cultural pride among African traditional rulers and their Kingdoms, thereby laying the groundwork for future partnerships and advancements. It will mark the first major event in the Northern Sector dedicated to advocating for peace as the nation undertakes necessary initiatives.
The Oneness Festival in Northern Ghana presents a distinctive opportunity for traditional leaders and their respective Kingdoms to engage in substantive discussions and formulate strategies aimed at the collective progress of the continent. Additionally, the festival has garnered substantial support from notable African figures, including former Nigerian President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo.
Recently, a distinguished delegation led by His Royal Highness, Nandom Naa Professor Delle, President of the Nandom Traditional Council, paid a courtesy visit to Chief Obasanjo in Abeokuta. During this meeting, Obasanjo conveyed his endorsement of the festival and its goals, highlighting the significance of partnerships with reputable organizations such as Ethiopian Airlines and others, which have collaborated with The Taste Of Afrika to ensure the success of the second edition of the Cultural Oneness Festival in Northern Ghana.
The Taste Of Afrika initiative is committed to the promotion of African culture and unity through various events and programs, with the Cultural Oneness Festival serving as a pivotal component of this mission. The festival aims to unite traditional leaders from diverse backgrounds to honour their common heritage.
Attendees can expect a rich display of Africa’s cultural diversity, fostering dialogue among traditional leaders. The Cultural Oneness Festival aspires to cultivate a heightened sense of solidarity and collaboration across the continent. This event not only celebrates African culture but also represents a significant stride towards a more unified and economically empowered Africa. As the festival date approaches, excitement is mounting among participants and supporters.
The Cultural Oneness Festival is poised to be a landmark occasion, promoting unity and cultural pride among African traditional rulers and their Kingdoms, thereby laying the groundwork for future partnerships and advancements. It will mark the first major event in the Northern Sector dedicated to advocating for peace as the nation undertakes necessary initiatives.
