The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy has invited eligible creatives, entrepreneurs and organisations to apply for funding through the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF).
The CEDF is a bold step towards realizing President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, aimed at fostering job creation, economic diversification and enhancing Nigeria’s global cultural influence.
The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, who flagged-off the CEDF, described the Fund as a strategic national investment designed to unlock the vast potential of Nigeria’s creative sector, positioning it as a driver of economic growth and cultural diplomacy.
“This is not just a financial intervention. It is a call to action for creatives, entrepreneurs, and industry enablers to scale their dreams and contribute to a thriving, inclusive creative economy,” Musawa said.
She added the fund provides tailored financial support through debt, equity, and grant funding to boost, promote innovation, and increase global visibility for Nigeria’s creative assets, cultural projects, and tourism-linked enterprises.
CEDF supports creative businesses by providing capital to scale production, expand market access, and build resilience.
