Civil Society Coalition Celebrates Obi Asika as Cultural Visionary on Birthday.
By Raymond Enoch
The National Civil Society Coalition on Arts, Culture and Creative Economy (NACCE) has extended its heartfelt felicitations to Mr. Obi Asika, the Director General of the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), in celebration of his birthday today, lauding his outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s creative and cultural sectors.
This recognition was disclosed in a statement signed by Amb. Kingsley Enwelim Nwanze, Lead Convener of NACCE, who also serves as the head of the Centre for Leadership and Creative Entrepreneurs in Africa Ltd/GTE (CELCE-AFRICA). The Coalition praised Mr. Asika for his visionary leadership, unyielding passion, and strategic commitment to transforming the arts and culture landscape across Nigeria and Africa.
According to the statement, Mr. Asika’s tenure at the NCAC has been marked by a renewed sense of purpose within the creative economy, characterized by strengthened cultural diplomacy, innovative programming, and robust engagement with youth, creatives, and civil society actors. These efforts, the Coalition notes, have elevated Nigeria’s cultural profile on the global stage while deepening grassroots empowerment at home.
The Coalition highlighted Mr. Asika’s dedication to promoting arts and culture as essential tools for national unity, economic growth, and social transformation. His approach—anchored on inclusion, innovation, and strategic policy advocacy—has fostered new pathways for creative entrepreneurs and positioned culture as a catalyst for sustainable development.
As he marks another year, NACCE joins voices with millions across the continent in celebrating Mr. Asika not only as a cultural icon but also as a trailblazing thought leader whose work continues to inspire a generation. The Coalition offered prayers for his continued health, wisdom, and strength as he advances his transformative mission in the cultural sector.
The statement concluded with a strong affirmation that Mr. Asika’s legacy in advancing arts, culture, and the creative economy in Africa remains both enduring and impactful.
