The Director of the Kaduna International Film Festival (KADIFF), Audu Kashim Israel, has attended the celebration of Spain’s National Day in Abuja, in a move aimed at strengthening cultural exchange and international collaboration between Nigeria and other countries.
Israel attended the event following an invitation from the Spanish Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency Félix Costales Artieda.
The celebration brought together diplomats, government officials, cultural stakeholders and other distinguished guests to commemorate Spain’s national heritage and promote diplomatic and cultural relations.
KADIFF’s participation at the event reflects the festival’s commitment to fostering international partnerships and creating opportunities for collaboration between Nigeria’s creative industry and the global cultural community.
Through its annual film festival and other cultural initiatives, KADIFF continues to provide a platform for filmmakers, artists and creative professionals to showcase their works, exchange ideas and build professional relationships across national boundaries.
The festival also seeks to promote the use of film and the creative arts as tools for cultural diplomacy, mutual understanding and international cooperation.
KADIFF expressed its congratulations to the government and people of Spain on the occasion of their National Day, while expressing optimism about stronger cultural relations between Nigeria and Spain.
The festival reaffirmed its commitment to exploring opportunities for collaboration with international partners to promote Nigerian films, nurture creative talent and expand the global reach of the country’s film industry.