FULafia Professor Advocates for Creative Arts in National Development

 Professor Gbaden of the Federal University of Lafia (FULafia) has emphasized the crucial role of creative arts in driving Nigeria's development. Delivering his professorial inaugural lecture on June 11, 2024, Gbaden highlighted the economic and social significance of art in addressing the country's socio-economic challenges.

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The lecture, titled "From Long Trains in the Wet Soil to Social Ideation: Individuation on Art, Inspiration and Process," showcased Gbaden's artistic works and explored the importance of recognizing drawing as a finite art form. He drew inspiration from traditional, cultural, and contemporary ideologies, underscoring the potential of art to understand and address Nigeria's cultural deterioration and socio-economic issues.

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The event, held at the MIS Multi-Purpose Hall, was attended by dignitaries from various universities and organizations, including the National Gallery of Art. Vice-Chancellor Professor Shehu Abdul Rahman commended Gbaden's achievements, and Chairperson of the Inaugural Lecture Committee, Prof. Josephine Odey, acknowledged his contributions to art and education.

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Gbaden's call to harness the potential of creative arts for national development resonates with the need for innovative approaches to address Nigeria's socio-economic challenges. His contributions to the field of art and education serve as a testament to the impact that creative arts can have on individuals and society.