The Director of the China Cultural Centre in Nigeria, Yang Jianxing, says Ni Hao China, Chinese language radio programme is an important platform for strengthening friendship, cultural understanding and people-to-people exchanges between Nigeria and China.
He disclosed this in Abuja at an event marking 456 days of collaboration between the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) and the China Cultural Centre on the programme.
Counselor Yang said Ni Hao China was launched on FRCN in July 2024 and has since provided Nigerian audiences with engaging Chinese language lessons while introducing listeners to China’s history, culture, food traditions, daily life and cultural exchanges with Nigeria.
He also highlighted the significance of the China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges, saying Ni Hao China would continue to play a vital role in fostering cultural learning and strengthening traditional friendship between China, Nigeria and Africa at large.
On his part, the Director-General of FRCN, Mohammed Bulama, said Nigeria and China are nations with strong prospects for global leadership and should continue to deepen cooperation for mutual benefit.
He described China as a global economic powerhouse and expressed confidence that Nigeria, despite its challenges, possesses the potential to achieve greatness.
The Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, Comrade Grace Ike said the initiative demonstrates the role of the media in promoting understanding, correcting misconceptions and fostering peaceful coexistence among nations.
The event brought together officials of FRCN, representatives of the Chinese Embassy, language educators, cultural exchange advocates, students and media stakeholders to celebrate the programme’s achievements and discuss future opportunities for strengthening cultural ties between the two countries.
