The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has approved the appointment of 11 new CEOs to lead the Art, Culture, and Creative Economy Sector. Notably among these appointments is Aisha Adamu Augie, who has been appointed as the Director General at the Centre for Black and African Arts Culture (CBAAC).
The official announcement of these appointments was made through a statement issued by Ajuri Ngelale, the President’s Spokesperson on Media and Publicity, in Abuja last Friday. Aisha Adamu Augie steps into her new role, succeeding Chief Olubunmi Amao, who assumed the position of DG at CBAAC on September 1, 2020.
CBAAC, established by Decree 69 of 1979, falls under the Federal Ministry of Culture and Information and holds the statutory responsibility of promoting and propagating Black and African Cultural Heritage comprehensively. It traces its origins back to the successful hosting of the 2nd World Black and African Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC ’77), marking a pivotal moment in cultural history.
Background of Aisha Adamu Augie:
Aisha Adamu Augie, an award-winning Nigerian photographer and filmmaker, has been recognized for her exceptional contributions to the creative industry. In 2014, she won the Sisterhood Award for Photographer of the Year and emerged as the winner of the British Council Through-My-Eyes Competition in the same year.
Before venturing into the arts, Augie served as the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Kebbi State, Nigeria, focusing on New Media strategies. Her journey into photography began at a young age when her father, the late Senator Adamu Baba Augie, presented her with a camera, sparking her passion for the craft.
Augie-Kuta, a Mass Communication graduate from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, holds certifications in digital filmmaking from the New York Film Academy and curating contemporary art exhibitions from the Chelsea College of Arts, London, UK.
Beyond her individual pursuits, Augie-Kuta actively contributes to the creative community, serving as the vice-president of Women in Film and Television in Nigeria (WIFTIN) and co-founding the Photowagon, a collective dedicated to promoting Nigerian photography.
Her impact extends beyond the arts, participating in societal development initiatives focused on girl child/youth development and nation-building. Augie-Kuta is a regular facilitator at the Nigeria Photography Expo & Conference, a sought-after panellist and speaker at various events, and was sworn in as a UNICEF High-Level Women Advocate on Education, reflecting her commitment to education, particularly for girls and young women. Her multifaceted journey showcases not only her artistic prowess but also her profound impact on the cultural and educational landscape.
