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LASG Joins Philippine Consulate To Celebrate Its 127th Independence Anniversary
The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, joined the Philippine Consulate and the Filipino Association in Lagos (FAL) to celebrate the 127th Independence Anniversary of the Republic of the Philippines. The event took place on Sunday at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki.
Lagos Deepens Global Push For Adire, African Fashion
In order to spotlight indigenous fashion and textiles on the global stage, the Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, recently hosted a high-level meeting with Her Majesty Queen Ronke Ademiluyi-Ogunwusi, founder of Africa Fashion Week London and Nigeria, alongside the British Deputy High Commissioner, Mr. Jonny Baxter.
We must take bold steps to scale up Ojude Oba festival – Abiodun
Ogun governor, Dapo Abiodun of Ogun said Ojude Oba festival had become a dynamic platform for tourism, youth engagement, and entrepreneurship, and pledged his administration’s commitment to expanding its reach and socio-economic impact.
LASG Partners Dosh And Wales Company For Eko Fiesta 2025
As preparations for the Eko Fiesta 2025 holding later in December continue to gather momentum, the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mr. Idris Aregbe, on Tuesday, hosted the Project Manager of the Fiesta, Akinpelumi Deborah, and her team from Dosh and Wales Company for a strategic engagement that will make the Fiesta a truly immersive cultural and entertainment event.
Ikodas Seeks Increased Cultural Ties With Ministry Of Tourism
The Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, on Tuesday, received a delegation from Ikorodu Oga Development Association (IKODAS), led by its Chairman, Alhaji Kolawole Fatai, on a courtesy visit aimed at fostering deeper collaboration with the state government on cultural and developmental initiatives in Ikorodu and beyond.
“We Are Restoring 30 Monuments Across Lagos State,” Benson-Awoyinka Reveals
The Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, said work is currently ongoing on the restoration of 30 monuments located in different parts of the State by the Monuments Management Department of the Ministry, during the just concluded Ministerial Press Briefing, at Alausa, Ikeja.
Lagos govt spent N8.47bn to promote 143 cultural festivals – Commissioner
The Lagos State Government has revealed that it spent more than N8.47 billion over the past year to sponsor 143 festivals and cultural events across the state.
We can elevate our cultural economy – Gov. Sanwo-Olu affirms
The Governor of Lagos State, Gov. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu stated that with creativity and innovation, the rich African culture can be further strengthened into a goldmine for Nigeria, and Lagos in particular
Ghana Creative Agency Forges Stronger Cultural Ties With Lagos Tourism Ministry
As a way of deepening regional collaboration, while also strengthening the creative and tourism industries across West Africa, the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture on Friday hosted a high-level delegation from the Ghana Creative Arts Agency at the Ministry’s Headquarters in Alausa, Ikeja.
US Consul General Hosts Exclusive Reception to Honor 17th Headies Awards
The United States Consulate hosted an exclusive reception in honor of the 17th Headies Awards at the Consular Residence on Modupe Alakija Crescent, Ikoyi, Lagos, on Thursday.