Holloway’s appointment was announced via a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale.
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday appointed Mr. Olugbile Holloway as the Director-General of the National Commission for Museums and Monuments.
Holloway’s appointment was announced via a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale.
Holloway is the Managing Director of Evoke Communications Limited, a creative brand/consultancy agency, according to the statement.
The statement added that the newly appointed DG holds a Bachelor of Arts in Politics and International Relations and a Master's degree in Business Administration.
“The President expects that the new Director-General will bring life into this important agency and ensure the preservation, promotion, and development of Nigeria's diverse tangible and intangible cultural heritage,” the statement added.
The National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM) is an agency of the Federal Government of Nigeria, responsible for the preservation, promotion, and development of Nigeria’s cultural heritage.
Established in the 1940s, the NCMM is responsible for the management of all National Museums and Monuments in Nigeria, including ancient artefacts, traditional architecture, and historical sites.
Its main aim is to preserve and promote the diverse tangible and intangible cultural heritage of Nigeria for generations to come. NCMM is involved in Exhibition, Research, Education, and Community Engagement programs aimed at creating awareness and appreciation of Nigeria’s rich history and cultural heritage.
The Commission also conducts archaeological excavations and surveys in various parts of the country, creating opportunities for further research and development in the field of cultural heritage management.