China's melodious Pingtan art enthralls Nigerian audience

Artists of a Pingtan troupe from east China's Jiangsu Province perform at the China Cultural Center in Abuja, Nigeria, May 11, 2025.

Scores of Nigerians in the capital of Abuja were held spellbound on Sunday, as a visiting group of performers from the southern part of China entertained and introduced them to Pingtan, a captivating traditional Chinese art form that masterfully blends storytelling with musical instruments while using simple props to enhance delivery. (Xinhua/Yang Zhe)