Musawa Marks International Mother Language Day with Pupils in Abuja, Emphasises Value of Indigenous Languages
The Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has underscored the importance of Nigeria’s indigenous languages as vital tools for identity, learning, and creativity.
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The Minister made this known on Thursday while commemorating International Mother Language Day 2026 with pupils, teachers, and administrators of Startrite Schools in Abuja.
Although the event was observed after the official date, Musawa said the message remained timely and powerful, stressing that mother tongues are the roots of cultural identity and national heritage. She noted that Nigeria’s indigenous languages are not relics of the past but living instruments for education, storytelling, and modern expression.
According to the Minister, nurturing local languages within the school system helps to build confident minds and original thinkers, while strengthening cultural pride among young Nigerians.
The event featured cultural displays and interactions with pupils, reflecting the Ministry’s commitment to promoting linguistic diversity and preserving Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage through education.
Musawa Marks International Mother Language Day with Pupils in Abuja, Emphasises Value of Indigenous Languages