The Federal Government is set to launch the African Global Festival Nigeria, known as AGLOFEST, in October 2026, as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria's cultural diplomacy, economic cooperation and international engagement.

The Permanent Secretary, General Services Office in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Ibrahim Kana, disclosed this in a statement issued Friday in Abuja.

Kana said President Bola Tinubu has approved the initiative, with the approval formally conveyed to the festival's partners.

According to him, AGLOFEST will provide an international platform for cultural exchange, investment and economic cooperation, bringing together government leaders, investors, businesses, cultural institutions, creative industry professionals, entrepreneurs and development partners.

He said the festival would feature three major components: the Black Diaspora Economic Forum, the Black Diaspora Cultural Presentation and the Renewed Global Hope and Peace Concert.