The Nigerians in Diaspora Organization (NIDO) – African Continental, has extended warm congratulations to Hon. Mc Allamano on his recent appointment as the Director of Entertainment and Creative Economy for Edo State.
In a letter dated May 8, 2025, and signed by the Secretary General of NIDO African Continental, Hon. Amb. Sir JP Hamzaosa Ode-Idahosa, the organization described the appointment as “timely and strategic,” given the significance of the entertainment and creative sector in driving economic growth, youth empowerment, and global cultural recognition.
“NIDO recognizes the immense value this sector holds for the development of Edo State,” the letter reads, expressing confidence in Hon. Allamano’s capacity to bring “innovation, structure, and expansion” to the industry.
The organization pledged full support for the newly appointed director and expressed eagerness to collaborate in positioning Edo State as a cultural and economic hub within Nigeria and across the African continent.
Hon. Mc Allamano’s appointment comes at a time when Edo State is intensifying its focus on the creative economy, recognizing it as a key vehicle for job creation and global cultural impact. Stakeholders in the entertainment industry have also lauded the appointment, describing it as a bold step towards elevating the sector in the state.
The statement from NIDO concludes with a message of solidarity and optimism: “We look forward to opportunities for collaboration in promoting the creative potential of Edo State and her people.”
By: Hon. Amb Sir JP Hamzaosa Ode-Idahosa
