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From - Deputy Speaker - Benjamin Kalu

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October 3, 2025

From - Deputy Speaker - Benjamin Kalu

Yesterday in Lagos, I had the honor of joining His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and other distinguished leaders for the inauguration of the newly reconstructed National Arts Theatre, Iganmu, now renamed the Wole Soyinka Centre for Arts and Creative Culture.T

his historic moment, coinciding with our nation’s 65th Independence anniversary, stands as a powerful symbol of our enduring commitment to celebrating creativity, preserving our heritage, and inspiring future generations.

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, says the inauguration of the newly reconstructed National Arts Theatre, Iganmu — now renamed the Wole Soyinka Centre for Arts and Creative Culture — is a historic milestone for Nigeria. Speaking after attending the Lagos event alongside President Bola Tinubu and other leaders, Kalu described the occasion, held during the nation’s 65th Independence anniversary, as a powerful symbol of Nigeria’s commitment to creativity, heritage preservation, and inspiring future generations.

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