By Daniel Tyokua
Helpline Foundation for the Needy, Abuja has empowered over 200 natives on promotion of culture and its preservation.
President of the Foundation, Dr Jumai Ahmadu disclosed this during exhibition of the cultural attires of nine Abuja inhabitants on Tuesday.
She said with support from Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) and MacArthur, the inhabitants were trained in several skills, including traditional attire weaving and dying, among others.
Represented by the foundation’s Project Manager, Arome Onoja, the President said: “This exhibition is not just a showcase of traditional attires of the nine tribes in FCT; it is a celebration of who we are as a community and a testament to the beauty and vibrancy of our shared humanity.
“Through this event, we have the opportunity to explore and appreciate the cultures of the nine tribes that make up the tapestry of Abuja.”
The president called for resilience, creativity and ingenuity in promotion of culture, saying those stories of heritage passed down through generations and must not be allowed to perish.
According to her, events like such should remind the people of culture and unite, inspire and transcend boundaries.
“They remind us that l, despite our differences we are bound together by our shared humanity and our common desire for peace, understanding and mutual respect.” said Jumai.
Traditional attires from original tribes of Gbagyi, Gwandara, Gede, Ganagana, Egbira, Koro, among others were exhibited at the event.
