In a bold declaration of culture, unity, and renewal, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially invited the world to Nigeria for Motherland 2025, a landmark cultural and economic festival set to hold from December 15 to 21 in Lagos and Abuja.
Announcing the event during his second anniversary address, President Tinubu said Motherland 2025 would not only celebrate Nigeria’s heritage and creativity but also reposition the country as a premier destination for tourism, investment, and global partnership.
“We are preparing to welcome the world to Nigeria,” the President said. “Motherland 2025 will showcase our vibrant people, dynamic industries, and the boundless beauty of our land. This is a festival of rediscovery—for ourselves and the world.”
Highlighting the strategic importance of the Nigerian diaspora in shaping national transformation, President Tinubu emphasized that Motherland 2025 will be a global homecoming—a gathering of Africans on the continent and in the diaspora, united by culture, ambition, and hope.
“This is a decisive moment of purpose and unity,” he added. “It affirms that Nigeria stands ready to inspire and lead—not just Africa, but the world.”
Organized by Discover Motherland Africa in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, the festival will feature immersive cultural exhibitions, state showcases, investment tracks, and entertainment experiences designed to attract global audiences.
The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, described the festival as the beginning of a new chapter in Nigeria’s December celebrations.
“Motherland 2025 takes the energy of ‘Detty December’ and channels it into a deeper, more purposeful experience,” she said. “We’re creating a 7-day cultural, economic, and creative expo with curated spaces for tech, fashion, real estate, health, entertainment, and more.”
Every Nigerian state will have the opportunity to display its unique identity and economic potential through dedicated pavilions, while international guests will enjoy streamlined experiences through strategic partnerships in aviation, banking, telecommunications, hospitality, and digital services.
The festival also supports national initiatives aimed at encouraging diaspora investment—such as the Diaspora Bond and Non-Resident BVN—providing tools for global Nigerians to contribute meaningfully to the nation’s development.
With strong backing from the presidency, the festival’s vision is clear: to make Nigeria a global stage for African excellence and a destination of choice for business, tourism, and cultural exchange.
“Motherland 2025 is more than a festival,” said Musawa. “It is a bridge—between past and future, home and abroad, culture and innovation. It is Nigeria reintroducing itself to the world.”
As the world counts down to December, Nigeria is opening its doors—and its heart—with the promise of an unforgettable celebration of identity, ingenuity, and possibility.
