Musawa Champions Creative Therapy for Social Change

The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and  Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has underscored the transformative power of creativity in promoting health, well-being and societal healing. 

At the Global South Arts and Health Week Nigeria Pavilion in Abuja, Musawa emphasised art’s role in tackling displacement, disability, mental health and pandemics, highlighting its impact on healing individuals and communities.

In a statement by her Adviser on Media and Publicity, Nneka Ikem Anibeze, Musawa 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.”