The Creative Leap Acceleration Programme (CLAP) is a bold new initiative that’s set to transform Nigeria’s creative and cultural industries (CCI).

Backed by the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy (FMACTCE), CLAP equips creatives with the skills, resources, and opportunities they need to compete and win on the global stage.

What is CLAP?

CLAP positions Nigeria as a rising global leader in the creative economy.

It delivers structured training, mentorship, and funding to help creatives scale their careers with purpose and precision.

To make this happen, CLAP sets up creative hubs across the country; hubs that fuel innovation and collaboration.

More than just nurturing talent, this programme lays the foundation for a creative industry that is sustainable, inclusive, and vital to Nigeria’s economic future.

How Will CLAP Work?

The Creative Leap Acceleration Programme operates through a clearly defined, results-driven structure that prioritises long-term sustainability.

From the start, a strong governance framework will steer its development.

Meanwhile, a public-private partnership model will manage resources with efficiency and transparency.

Additionally, the programme will benefit from strategic collaborations that strengthen legal frameworks, improve funding access, and expand digital infrastructure.

Together, these efforts will create the kind of environment where creatives not only thrive but also lead.

The Economic and Employment Impact

CLAP will drive Nigeria closer to its ambitious $100 billion creative industry goal.

Along the way, it will generate two million jobs by 2030, a massive boost for employment and enterprise alike.

From film and fashion to gaming, music, and digital art, every sector will benefit.

With 600 creative hubs planned nationwide, the industry is gearing up for a level of growth the country has never seen before.

What’s Next?

CLAP is ready to launch across Nigeria. As the hubs roll out, creatives will gain access to world-class training, mentorship, and funding.

These resources will empower them to do more, grow faster, and raise the standard of the entire industry.