No fewer than 300 Africans in the diaspora are set to return to Nigeria in October for a 14-day homecoming and investment tour spanning Lagos and Calabar.
The initiative is a partnership between the Creative Industry Group (CIG) and the Global United Christians Congress of Africa and the Diaspora (GUCCAD).
CIG President Felix Duke said delegates are expected from Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica, St. Maarten, Belize and other Caribbean islands, as well as African Americans.
He explained that the aim is to reconnect descendants of Africa from across the Caribbean and the Americas with their roots while exploring investment opportunities in Nigeria.
“We are fully committed to handling all necessary logistics including transportation, hospitality, security, and full immersion in Nigeria’s vibrant artistic and heritage landscape,” Duke said.
He added that CIG would leverage its network across entertainment, media, tourism and government to ensure maximum visibility, official goodwill and national relevance for the event.
“Lagos stands not only as Nigeria’s commercial nerve centre but also as the heartbeat of the creative and cultural industries,” he said, urging a dedicated day to welcome the delegation on home soil.
Duke said the programme, scheduled from Oct. 10 to Oct. 22, will feature cultural tours, business networking and heritage experiences across Lagos and Calabar.
GUCCAD, through its arts and entertainment arm, said the homecoming is part of its wider mission of reconciliation and cultural restoration.
“As kingdom ambassadors, we are committed to reconciling the children of Africa and all humanity, not only to the motherland, but also to God, our creator,” the organisation stated.
(NAN)