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Lagos Set to Host 2026 Fanti Carnival, Showcasing Afro-Brazilian Heritage
The Lagos State Government has announced plans to host the 2026 edition of the Lagos Fanti Carnival on Easter Monday, April 6, at the iconic Tafawa Balewa Square, promising a vibrant celebration of Afro-Brazilian culture, colour, and rhythm.
AKOD Partners Nollywood Icon Jide Kosoko to Promote Arts and Youth Talent in Ikeja
The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), on Friday received veteran Nollywood actor and cultural icon, Prince Jide Kosoko, at his Ikeja House office for a strategic discussion on advancing the arts and entertainment sector within the council area.
Miss Nigeria Team Meets Lagos Tourism Commissioner to Boost Culture, Women Empowerment
The organisers of the Miss Nigeria Pageant, led by its Chairman, acclaimed actress and filmmaker Rita Dominic-Anosike, on Tuesday paid a courtesy visit to the Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Toke Benson-Awoyinka, at her office in Alausa, Ikeja.
Nollywood actor Okemesi is dead
Nollywood comic actor and content creator Bamidele ‘Okemesi’ Oluwatope is dead Okemesi fell into a coma following complications from medication administered during a recent hospital stay, according to colleagues and associates.
Lagos to Host 2026 Fanti Carnival in April at Tafawa Balewa Square
The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture has announced plans for the 2026 edition of the Lagos Fanti Carnival, a colourful cultural festival aimed at celebrating the state’s rich Afro-Brazilian heritage.
Baale of Ajah Celebrates Elejigbo of Langbasa, Hails Monarch’s Peaceful and Progressive Reign
The Baale of Ajah Land, High Chief Ismail Adewale Adamson, has extended warm felicitations to His Royal Majesty, Oba Alayeluwa Hafeez Badru, the Elejigbo of Langbasa Kingdom, on the occasion of his birthday.
“Oniru Business Council: A Model Of How Leadership Shapes Development Responsibly” – Sanwo-Olu
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has described the Oniru Business and Cultural Day as a model of how leadership can shape development responsibly, just as he expressed profound appreciation to the Oniru for his gracious dedication and purposeful leadership.
Ikeja LG Chairman, AKOD Attends Lagos NYSC Cultural Carnival
The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), on Saturday, February 7, 2026, attended the Lagos NYSC Cultural Carnival held at the Lagos State NYSC Orientation Camp, Iyana-Ipaja.
LASG Celebrates Fela Anikulapo-Kuti on Historic Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, has congratulated the family of the late Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, on his posthumous recognition with the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, a historic honour that makes him the first African artist to receive the prestigious accolade.
Funke Akindele’s Behind the Scenes Crosses ₦2.5bn, Sets New West African Box Office Record
Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele has made history as her latest film, Behind the Scenes, has crossed the ₦2.5 billion mark at the West African box office, emerging as the highest-grossing movie in the region as of early February 2026.