The Minister of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, has stressed the power of creative therapy in fostering social change, promoting health, and advancing societal healing in Nigeria.
Musawa made this call at the Nigeria Pavilion of the Global South Arts and Health Week in Abuja, where she spoke on art’s crucial role in tackling issues such as displacement, disability, mental health, and the aftermath of pandemics.
At the Global South Arts and Health Week Nigeria Pavilion in Abuja, Minister Musawa emphasized art’s role in tackling displacement, disability, mental health and pandemics, highlighting its impact on healing individuals and communities.
She said, ““Art has always been a part of our collective human experience, reflecting our identities, providing comfort and serving as vehicles for hope and healing. As we address challenges in health, displacement, aging, and everyday life, the arts offer us a path forward, transforming pain into healing and inspiring the resilience needed to overcome adversity.”
Minister Musawa advocated for arts-based initiatives enhancing maternal health, mental well-being and social inclusion.
The Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy is committed to advancing initiatives unlocking the creative sector’s potential, promoting cultural expression, expanding access to the arts and supporting creative practitioners.
The event brought together policymakers, healthcare professionals, artists and advocates to explore arts and health intersections, paving the way for a future where art and health converge, enhancing social cohesion, mental well-being and cultural inclusion.
