KWSG Calls for Preservation of Nation's Cultural Heritage

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The Kwara State Government has called on Nigerians to preserve and promote the nation’s rich cultural heritage, describing culture as a vital tool for national unity, identity and sustainable development.

The Secretary, Kwara State Council for Arts and Culture, Mr. Jamiu, made the call recently while receiving the Zonal Director, North Central of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Princess Dr. Priscilla Gondoaluor, who paid him a courtesy visit in his office in Ilorin.

The Secretary highlighted the critical role of the arts in promoting government policies and strengthening social cohesion, explaining that one of the primary responsibilities of the Council is to disseminate government programmes and policies through cultural activities such as drama, music, dance and other creative expressions. 

Mr Jamiu noted that these platforms remain effective means of educating the public and fostering national consciousness, adding that culture is the identity of every society and serves as a unifying force among people despite their diverse backgrounds. 

He explained that cultural differences should be appreciated rather than condemned, explaining that no culture should be regarded as inferior or barbaric simply because it differs from another.

“Cultural diversity is a strength that should be respected. Every society has its own way of life, traditions, beliefs and values that define its people,” the Secretary said.

Mr Jamiu warned that neglecting indigenous values and traditions would amount to losing an important aspect of the nation’s identity, emphasizing that cultural heritage must be protected through continuous education and public enlightenment.

The  Secretary disclosed that the Kwara State Council for Arts and Culture actively partners with government agencies and organisations to promote cultural awareness while generating revenue through performances and participation in official programmes.

Mr Jamiu added that the Council responds to invitations to perform at government and private events, using drama, music and dance not only to entertain audiences but also to communicate developmental messages and promote national values.

The Secretary also urged stakeholders, including government institutions, traditional rulers, community leaders and the younger generation, to work together in safeguarding Nigeria’s cultural values and ensuring that the country’s rich traditions continue to thrive.

In her remarks, the Zonal Director, North Central of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Princess Dr. Priscilla Gondoaluor, called on Nigerians to embrace the nation’s core values and ethical principles and stressed that the restoration of moral standards is crucial to achieving sustainable national development.

Dr. Gondoaluor also lamented what she described as the steady decline in societal values, noting that the country’s moral foundation had  been weakened by corruption, the quest for quick wealth and the erosion of respect for authority and traditional institutions.

She affirmed that Nigeria has witnessed a significant breakdown in values that once defined the nation’s identity, saying this has affected every aspect of society, particularly among the younger generation.


Fatima Baraje Ahmed,
Press Secretary,
 Kwara State Council for Arts and Culture.
08132074865

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