Dandiya Night Brings India, Nigeria Closer Through Culture
Princess-Ekwi Ajide (ABS Abuja Bureau Chief)
The night shone brighter than day as colourful costumes and traditional Indian dances took centre stage in Abuja at the Dandiya Night 2026 to celebrate cultural heritage and friendship.
The event, held at the High Commission of India, brought together members of the Indian community, heads of diplomatic missions, Nigerian dignitaries and friends of India, reinforcing the role of cultural celebrations in fostering mutual understanding and closer ties between the two countries.
Addressing the gathering, India’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ambassador Abhishek Singh, said cultural diplomacy and people-to-people exchanges remained vital to strengthening bilateral relations.
He also highlighted the contributions of Nigeria’s Indian community, numbering more than 60,000, to the country’s economic and social development.
Singh urged the community to continue sharing its traditions and welcoming Nigerians to Indian festivals.
