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Cultural values It‘s

economic effect in Nigeria

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ContentsIntroductionCultural policyInstruments of cultural policySectorial policiesCultural industriesProblems of publishing industriesConclusion

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IntrodutionWhat is culture ? This is a way of life,the customs and beliefs

and social organisation of a particular country or group.

What are cultural values? - as an ethic approach by groups,societies,or

individuals that are largely shared by

members. - as an identity.

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Cultural policyAnalysis and understanding of the

Nigerian cultural life,value,need and expectation of the people.

Building up of a national cultural identity.Development of cultural infrastructure

and introduction of new technologies in cultural activities.

Establishment of links between culture and education.

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Instruments of cultural policy Financing and planning of

cultural activities: Building of museum,

theaters and establishments of libraries.

Legislation: Constitutional

provision for the right of the people to develop and promote their culture as well as identity.

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Sectoral policiesCultural heritage: Preservation of

cultural arts in national museums.

Artistic and literary creation:

Support or assistance from the ministry to the artist, writers etc.

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Cultural industries Publishing and reading: Increased number of

publishers and writers in boosting the educational sector.

Broadcasting : This is motivated by two

factors; politics and education.

This proves to be a powerful means for the emancipation of ethnic cultures and values.

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Problems of publishing industriesPrinting equipments are rather obsolete

and scarce.Shortages of papers.Publishing personnels are not well

trained.Low or no support to publishers.Poor promotion and distribution.Piracy.

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ConclusionThe most important issue of cultural

development is certainly the creation of either national Nigerian or affirmation of ethnic cultural identity.

Development of education,establishment and growth of cultural industries all reflect the constant processes of change in Nigeria life and Nigerian cultures.

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Thanks for your attention

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