The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a new program called the Creative Leap Acceleration Programme (CLAP). This program is made to help people in the creative and tourism industry grow and succeed. The goal is to make Nigeria a strong player in the creative world by training, mentoring, and giving money to creative people.
CLAP will build creative hubs across Nigeria. These hubs will be places where people can learn, work together, and create new ideas. The program will not just help individuals but will also make the creative industry strong enough to support Nigeria’s economy.
The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy (FMACTCE) is in charge of CLAP. They will make sure creatives get the right training and support to compete with others around the world. CLAP will also focus on making sure creatives have what they need to succeed, such as money, legal help, and access to the latest technology.
The program will be carefully planned and managed. A special system will be put in place to make sure it lasts for a long time and runs smoothly. Both the government and private businesses will work together to make it a success. There will also be rules to guide how money and resources are used so that everything is fair and transparent.
The Minister of Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hanatu Musawa, said that CLAP is a big step toward making Nigeria a world leader in the creative economy. She explained that it will help creatives by giving them training, mentorship, and funding. This will allow them to improve their skills, grow their businesses, and reach global markets.
She also shared that CLAP aims to create two million jobs. This means more people will have work opportunities in the creative sector. It is also expected to help Nigeria’s economy grow to $100 billion.
Now that FEC has approved CLAP, the program will begin across Nigeria. Creative hubs will be set up, and creatives will start receiving training, support, and funding.
This is a new and exciting time for Nigeria’s creative industry. With CLAP, more people will get the chance to succeed, and the industry will continue to grow. More updates will be shared as the program moves forward.
