Mr Tomi Akingbogun, the Vice President of FTAN told newsmen in Abuja that the decision showed the government believed in the power of culture and was, therefore, trying to realise it.
Akingbogun said that Nigeria had always been termed the giant of Africa and there was the need to live up to the name.
According to him, reviving FESTAC is a way of living up to that and so it is a good move and a welcome idea.
He said that it would also have a positive effect on the country, as old structures would be rehabilitated and new ones built.
Akingbogun said that Nigerians believed in the need to uphold culture, tourism to give a renewed sense of belonging and pride to the people.
He also noted that the tourism sector had for a long time not received due attention, which had affected its function and meaning.
Akingbogun urged the Federal Government to give attention to tourism as many agencies across the country were destroying its existence.
He also emphasised the need for the government, stakeholders and individuals to dialogue to proffer a way forward for the sector.
He added that it was a sector that added significantly to the success and sustenance of the country’s economy.
Reports say that the Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC) is an event that brings people of all races and nationalities together to celebrate the art and culture of Africa.
FESTAC ‘77 was the second World Black and African Festival of Arts and Culture, which was held in Lagos.
Mr Edem Duke, the Minister of Culture, Tourism and National Orientation, said on Sept. 7, in Abuja, at the presentation of an all-female dance troupe from Cuba that it could be revived in two years.
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