The event, organised by the China Cultural Center in Nigeria in collaboration with Beijing Sport University, brought together diplomats, sports administrators, cultural stakeholders, students and media practitioners to celebrate Chinese martial arts and explore new avenues for cultural and sports cooperation between both countries.
Yang Jianxing, Director of the China Cultural Centre in Nigeria (CCCN), described cultural exchange as a vital bridge for mutual learning among civilizations and for fostering stronger people-to-people connections.
Yang said Chinese Wushu represents more than physical exercise, noting that it embodies centuries of Chinese cultural values, including discipline, respect, moral conduct and harmonious coexistence.
According to him, the essence of martial arts lies not in promoting conflict but in cultivating character, self-discipline and peace.
He explained that Chinese martial arts reflect the philosophical ideals of harmony between humanity and nature as well as the principle of unity amid diversity.
The counsellor noted that the exhibition, which
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