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Abia State Revitalizes Cultural Sites with Virtual Reality

1/15/2025

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The Abia State Ministry of Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy is on a mission to breathe new life into cultural sites and draw in tourists. At a recent meeting in Umuahia, Commissioner Dr. Matt Ekwuruibe unveiled plans to modernize museums with virtual reality experiences and family-friendly areas. This initiative seeks to safeguard heritage while turning historical sites into vibrant tourist attractions, backed by the National War Museum.

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The Abia State Ministry of Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy is on a mission to breathe new life into cultural sites and draw in tourists. At a recent meeting in Umuahia, Commissioner Dr. Matt Ekwuruibe unveiled plans to modernize museums with virtual reality experiences and family-friendly areas. This initiative seeks to safeguard heritage while turning historical sites into vibrant tourist attractions, backed by the National War Museum.