FG set to give creative sector boost through CLAP

The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy is launching the Creative Leap Accelerator Program (CLAP), a flagship initiative designed to drive economic growth, foster innovation and empower creative talents.

The minister, Barr. Hannatu Musawa, made this known at the programme launch held recently in Abuja.

Musawa stated that with a vision to contribute $100 billion to Nigeria’s GDP by 2030, CLAP represents an important place in the capacity building, incubation and collaboration of creatives within the country.

The minister stated that CLAP will also synergize with the National Council for Arts and Culture’s Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship project, ensuring a unified approach to empowering Nigerian youth.

“CLAP is designed to foster an environment where talent can thrive, ideas can flourish, and new industries can emerge. Through comprehensive training, mentorship, and resources, we aim to empower our creatives to excel and innovate,” Musawa said.

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“The goals and objectives of CLAP are threefold: capacity building, incubation and innovation, and collaboration and partnerships. We are establishing creative clusters and centres of excellence that will serve as incubators for new ideas and enterprises.

“Data mapping is also central to CLAP’s strategy, with the Origins initiative providing a comprehensive platform for collecting, storing, and analysing data related to Nigeria’s cultural and creative industries.”