…as Nigeria set to participate in 2015 K-POP World Festival

By CALEB AYANSINA

It was an exposition of the rich cultural heritage of both countries at just concluded Korea-Nigeria Love Fiesta as cultural performances showcased the diverse cultures of the two countries.

A cultural performance by the children during the love fiesta

The Drama, Folk song, Cultural dance, Fashion show, Taekwondo, K-POP dance, Music, language, and much more, formed the ecstasy of the celebration that will continue to linger in the memories of over 400 Primary and Secondary students, across the six area councils in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Students from the over 14 participating schools and other invited guests, both from the private and public sectors filled who the Main Hall and Gallery of Barcelona Hotel in Abuja to the bream went home with prizes from raffle draw, after enjoying the various scintitilating sounds of delight and merriment, rolling out from different musical instruments.

Speaking at the occasion, the Korean Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Noh Kyu-Duk, who extolled the beauty of the Nigerian culture, noted that Korea center established four years ago had secured a good foundation for the cultural exchange of the two countries.

According to him, “I have been deeply impressed with the preeminent talents and enthusiasm of Nigerian citizens for arts and culture ever since I arrived here in Nigeria.

“Nigeria has a diverse historical background and a colorful culture. With over 250 unique tribes, its literature and film industry has attracted international attention over the years. Nigeria is known for its geometric sculptures and oil paintings depicting folk culture. Local hand-woven and hand-dyed batik fabrics are affordable, enjoying immense popularity among the people.”

“As such, to flourish the two countries’ rich culture with a great artistic value, we will continue to focus on strengthening our bonds and establishing a close partnership between Korea and Nigeria to ensure that cultural exchange programmes such as Korea-Nigeria Love Day will continue to develop and attracts an increasing number of schools and students from around the country.”

On the 2015 World K-POP Festival in Seoul, the Envoy said Korea Embassy in Nigeria would do all it could to support Nigeria team that would raise the Nigeria-flag at the festival, coming up in 30 October, 2015 for the first time.

“The main event of K-POP World festival will involve performances by the 14 teams that have been selected through rigorous competition held in over 80 countries around the world.

“Pacific star of Nigeria will be performing live in Seoul as the representatives of many passionate and talented Nigerian K-POP enthuiasists. I wish them all the best,” he added. In his remarks, the Director of Korean Cultural Centre Nigeria (KCCN), Mr. Kwon Yonk-IK, described Korean Cultural Centre as a comfortable and familiar place to many Nigerians, to enjoy cultural content and art.