The Director-General, Ekiti State Council for Arts and Culture, Wale Ojo-Lanre has commended the state cultural troupe for its impressive performance at the just concluded 4th African Drum Festival held in Abeokuta, the capital city of Ogun State.
He equally lauded the state Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi for his moral and logistic support which enabled the Ekiti Standing Cultural Troupe to attend the event
Ojo lanre remarked that the troupe’s electrifying performance did not only thrill the audience but cultivated an immeasurable respect and acknowledgement of its preparedness for the festival
He pointed out that though it was painful that despite the acknowledged spectacular performance of the Ekiti Troupe, the judges’s result was not in its favour .
Ojo Lanre pointed out that in spite of the daunting challenges, the troupe staged and displayed talents and skills to the admiration of both local and foreign tourists who witnessed the historic event.
The Director General also commended all the Directors of the council for their efforts and contributions towards the successful participation at the festival.
While appealing to the troupe and the officials not to allow their morale to be shattered by the outcome of the event, Ojo lanre said they should see it as a litmus contest meant to encourage them up and prepare to win subsequent competitions ahead.
He, however, assured that the government would provide necessary material and support needed to enhance its performances and operations.
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