The China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) has pledged to support the preservation and promotion of local customs and traditions in Nigeria. This commitment was made by CCCC's Project Manager, Jin Haibing, during the New Yam Festival in Nchatancha Nike Community, Enugu State. The festival coincided with China's Mid-Autumn Festival, providing an opportunity for cultural exchange between the two nations.
The New Yam Festival, also known as Iri Ji in Igbo culture, marks the harvest season and expresses gratitude while symbolizing hopes for peace, prosperity, and a better future. China's Mid-Autumn Festival is traditionally associated with family reunion, harmony, and goodwill. Haibing noted that despite the festivals' different cultural traditions, they share common values centered on harvest, happiness, unity, and aspirations for a better life.
The joint celebration featured traditional prayers, goodwill messages, cultural displays, traditional dances, and the ceremonial presentation of new yam. CCCC officials and community members interacted freely, sharing local food in a warm and friendly atmosphere, strengthening the bond between the company and the community. This engagement is part of CCCC's efforts to promote local cultural traditions and strengthen community relations.
Community representatives expressed appreciation to CCCC for its long-standing involvement in infrastructure development, community engagement, and support for local development initiatives. They acknowledged the company's efforts to maintain close ties with host communities, creating opportunities for interaction and mutual understanding beyond its infrastructure projects.
Over the years, CCCC has promoted local engagement in Nigeria by respecting local customs and traditions, participating in community and cultural activities, and maintaining relationships with residents in its areas of operation. The company reaffirmed its commitment to continued engagement with local communities, fulfillment of its social responsibilities, and promotion of stronger people-to-people ties.
The cultural exchanges between Nigeria and China are expected to remain an important part of strengthening cooperation and friendship between the two nations. CCCC's efforts to promote cultural exchange and understanding have been recognized by community representatives, who appreciate the company's involvement in local development initiatives.
The company's commitment to cultural exchange and community engagement is seen as a positive step towards fostering mutual understanding between people from different cultural backgrounds. By supporting local cultural traditions, CCCC aims to contribute to the preservation and promotion of Nigeria's rich cultural heritage.
Key points
- CCCC pledges to support preservation and promotion of local customs and traditions in Nigeria.
- New Yam Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations mark cultural exchange between Nigeria and China.
- CCCC reaffirms commitment to community engagement, social responsibility, and people-to-people ties.
