The Nihao China Chinese Radio Programme has celebrated 456 days of promoting cultural exchange, language learning and friendship between China and Nigeria at an event held at the China Cultural Centre in Abuja on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Held under the theme “456 Days of Voices Connecting China and Nigeria,” the event brought together representatives of the Chinese Embassy, the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN), the media, and other invited guests to celebrate the programme’s role in strengthening people-to-people relations between both countries.
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The event featured goodwill messages from Mr. Yang Jianxing, Cultural Counsellor of the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria and Director of the China Cultural Centre; Dr. Mohammed Bulama, Director-General of FRCN; H.E. Comrade Grace Ike, Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council; and Dr. Abiodun Ogidan, Director of Programmes at FRCN.The celebration showcased the richness of Chinese and Nigerian cultural connections through musical performances, dance, drama and choral presentations. Highlights included a Chinese song, “Jasmine Flower,” a dance performance titled “Boundless Unity,” a drama, “Breaking Language Barriers,” and a choir presentation, “Unity Song.”
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Participants also took part in an interactive Chinese-language challenge, while awards and gifts were presented to programme fans in recognition of their engagement and support.
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The celebration highlighted the importance of radio as a platform for cultural diplomacy, mutual understanding and international friendship. By bringing Chinese language and culture closer to Nigerian audiences, Nihao China continues to provide a platform for shared experiences and stronger people-to-people connections.
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