OGUN STATE GOVERNMENT EARMARK 50M FOR AFRICAN DRUMS FESTIVAL.

The second edition of the African Drums Festival is on going in  Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital.
Organised by the state government, the festival is aimed at showcasing the country’s cultural heritage to the world.
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Governor Ibikunle Amosun, who unveiled the festival’s logo, said it would promote unity and showcase the rich cultural heritage of the African continent.
Represented by his deputy, Mrs. Yetunde Onanuga, the governor said  “The unique aspect of the festival was the unveiling of the world tallest drum last year.”

The Secretary to the State Government (SSG) Mr. Taiwo Adeoluwa is the chairman of the Local Organising Committee (LOC), while the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Mr. Muyiwa Oladipo is the secretary Adeoluwa disclosed that over 12 states of the federation would participate at the festival.

He explained that the state would spend about N50 million to host the festival, adding that some international institutes, among them, Goethe Institute in Germany have promised to assist the state.
The chairman disclosed that renowned drummers such as Alao Adewole, Ojubanire and Aderoju would participate at the event, which would also feature the troupe of the late Hubert Ogunde from Ososa in the state. Among the countries that are expected to perform at the event, which would end on April 22, are the United States of America (USA), Haiti, Cuba and 10 African countries while the following  African countries ;Ghana, Togo, Benin Republic, Congo Brazzaville and Zimbabwe are expected to be part of the festival.

Photo: Africa Drum Ensemble. Photo Credit:google.com