Abia State Ministry of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aba Fashion Week Showcase Ltd for the 2026 Abia fasion week skated to hold between November 24 – 27 in Aba.
Announcing thisduring a post EXCO Press Briefing in Government House Umuahia, on Monday, the Commissioner for Information Prince Okey Kanu said the fashion week is aimed at promoting fashion, craftsmanship and entrepreneurship within the state’s creative industry.
He explained that the programme would feature exhibitions, Street fashion, and a masterclass culminating in a grand finale with a Runway fashion show on November 27.
According to the Commissioner, the activities were designed to promote indigenous creativity and cultural identity through fashion while strengthening Abia’s position as a fashion hub.
Prince Kanu also revealed that preparations were in top gear for a series of cultural and entertainment activities designed to provide residents and visitors with a vibrant festive season, adding that the Ministry and the organising committee had engaged a technical vendor to handle the design and coordination of the events.
He named the proposed programme to include; a concert and convention on December 12, a Children’s Christmas Party with the Wife of the Governor between December 16 and 17, and a Night of Praise featuring leading Nigerian Gospel Artists on December 18.
Other activities to be hosted during the season include ;entertainment and dance events between December 18 and 21, as well as a Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols on December 22.
The Commissioner further announced that the proposed Tertiary Institutions Sports Fiesta would formally commence on November 3 and run until November 6, 2026, at the Umuahia Township Stadium.
Prince Kanu stated that about 1,850 participants were expected to take part in the three-day event.
According to him, one of the major highlights, he disclosed, would be the unveiling of a new civic engagement platform designed for students of tertiary institutions across Abia State.
