President Bola Tinubu says the entertainment industry deserves more attention and recognition as it rekindles history and equips the younger generation with the knowledge of past events.
The President, who spoke at a stage production held in honour of his late mother, Hajiya Abibatu Mogaji, said the government will invest more in culture and arts to bridge the past and the present and create a pathway for the future.
The play titled, ‘Abibatu Mogaji: An Opera’, was staged at the Conference Centre of the State House, with the Vice-President, Senator Kashim Shettima; Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio; Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, and other dignitaries in attendance.
President Tinubu’s mother passed away on 15th June 2013, at the age of 96, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of service to family, community, the underprivileged, and the nation.
The President thanked the Executive Producer of the play, Mr. Ola Awakan and the Director, Dr. Ahmed Yerima for scripting and directing a play to immortalize his mother.
He commended the thoroughly researched’’ play, which reflected her moments on Earth. The President said his son, Seyi, and other family members will benefit from the production, noting that theatre conveys lessons from history through re-enactment.
In his remarks, Mr. Ola Awakan thanked the President for the opportunity and support to stage the play at the Presidential Villa.
