A Nigerian lady, Linda Ifeoma, has clinched the grand prize of 500,000 Naira for emerging the winner of the Chinese category at the 2024 Good Partners of China and Africa Chinese and English Singing Competition held in Abuja.
The competition, organized by the China General Chamber of Commerce in Nigeria and the China Cultural Center in collaboration with other stakeholders , culminated in its grand finale on November 23 at the Chinese Cultural Center in Abuja.
Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of the event, Linda expressed her excitement about her win, particularly as she competed in a category dominated by Chinese nationales
Linda’s journey to the finals involved winning the first round of the competition held the previous week, followed by intensive training leading up to her performance in the finale.
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She performed a Chinese song, showcasing her fluency and passion for the language.
Linda, who studied Business Education at Nnamdi Azikiwe University and pursued Chinese as a side course, later received a Chinese government scholarship to study in Nanjing, China, where she earned a master’s degree in the language
The singer also shared her aspirations in songwriting, describing this competition as a pivotal moment in her journey.
Other winners of the competition were recognized in both English and Chinese categories.
The event underscored the strengthening of ties between China and Nigeria through cultural exchange and mutual appreciation of arts.
(Editor: Nkoli Omhoudu)
