Experience the Heartbeat of Delta State Culture
From the vibrant festivals to the deep-rooted traditions, discover the soul of Delta.
Welcome to the official website of the Delta State Ministry of Culture
We are dedicated to protecting, promoting, and celebrating the cultural identity of our diverse communities. From heritage preservation to arts, festivals, tourism, and creative industries, we support cultural expression and development across all regions of the state.
Who We Are
The Ministry of Culture, Delta State, is the principal government body responsible for preserving, promoting, and advancing the state’s diverse cultural heritage. As a hub of ethnic richness—home to Urhobo, Itsekiri, Ijaw, Isoko, and Anioma peoples—Delta boasts a wealth of traditions, art forms, and communal values. We serve as the custodian of these traditions, ensuring they are preserved, celebrated, and passed on to future generations.
About Us
History Of The Ministry
The Delta State Ministry of Culture was established to promote, protect, and enrich the cultural values and heritage of the state. Since its inception, the ministry has worked with communities and cultural leaders to revive festivals, preserve oral traditions, and promote artistic talent. Over the years, it has grown into a platform that empowers youth, strengthens traditional institutions, and champions the state’s creative identity.
Chairman, Delta State Tourism Board
Appointed in November 2024, Ochor is tasked with steering the state’s tourism development and showcasing its cultural assets
Voices from the Communit
We’ve never had this kind of cultural visibility before. The ministry gave our community a stage to show who we truly are." – Chief Uche Okonkwo, Anioma Elder "The cultural grants helped me turn my art into a business." – Igho Orighomisan, Local Craft Artist
Our Cultural Impact
The ministry’s work promotes unity in diversity, strengthens social bonds, empowers youth through the arts, and attracts tourism. By telling the stories of Delta’s people and traditions, we affirm our shared identity and pass it proudly to the next generation.
Leadership & Structure
The ministry is headed by the Honourable Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, supported by a team of directors and departmental heads. Key departments include: Cultural Promotion & Events Creative Arts & Heritage Archives & Research Community Engagement Administration & Planning
Our Mission
To safeguard Delta State’s cultural identity by promoting traditional values, supporting creative expressions, and building platforms that foster unity, education, and sustainable cultural development.
Our Vision
A culturally vibrant Delta State where heritage is respected, creativity is encouraged, and cultural tourism thrives—uniting our people and showcasing our identity to the world.
Our Mandate
We are empowered to: Preserve and promote cultural values, customs, and festivals Support creative industries such as music, arts, and film Partner with communities and traditional institutions
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