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2024 Lagos Boat Regatta: “Lagos will explore more tourism opportunities on waterways” – Sanwo-Olu
Lagos State Governor Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Saturday said his administration will continue to explore waterways to develop a strong tourism ecosystem and further expand the state's transportation system.
UNESCO Lists Badagry Slave Route As World Heritage Site
The Lagos State Government proudly celebrates the historic recognition of Badagry's Slave Route, including the renowned Point of No Return, as one of the 22 newly listed UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
We Are Committed To Fostering Partnerships For Development Of Tourism In Lagos, Says Sanwo-Olu
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated his administration's commitment to the development of the tourism and creative industry, saying the State Government will continue to provide a conducive atmosphere for businesses to thrive.
Lagos X Paris Fashion, Design Exclusive Night Showcases Best Of Nigerian Creativity
The Lagos X Paris Fashion Show, organised to celebrate the Honourable Commissioner for Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, spotlighted the exceptional talents of young Nigerian designers who recently returned from Paris after honing their craft in one of the world's fashion capitals.
Sanwo-Olu Seeks More Investors At Global Summit For Sustainable Tourism Ecosystem
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has called on investors to partner with the State Government in building a sustainable tourism ecosystem around the vast human capital and natural resources in Nigeria.
LASG To Partner UK For Enhanced Tourism, Cultural Development
In a groundbreaking initiative to strengthen tourism and cultural investment in Lagos State, the Honourable Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, recently engaged with representatives from the United Kingdom’s Department for Business and Trade (DBT).
Lagos to host inaugural Afropolis Festival
Lagos is set to host no fewer than 200 international tourists from 11 countries for the maiden edition of Afropolis Lagos Festival, slated to hold from Oct. 26 to Nov. 3.
Federal Government partners Google to empower 2,500 youths
The Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy (FMACCE), in collaboration with Google, has launched an initiative to empower 2,500 young creatives.
WTD 2024: LASG Emphasises Role Of Tourism In Fostering Global Harmony
The Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka has emphasised the pivotal role that tourism plays in promoting global harmony and understanding, highlighting the unique ability of the tourism sector to act as a catalyst for peace, bridging divides by bringing people from diverse backgrounds together.
Tourism pumps N4.1 trillion into Lagos GDP, fuels economic growth
The tourism industry in Lagos is playing a vital role in the state’s economic growth, contributing N4.1 trillion to its Gross Domestic Product (GDP), according to fresh insights shared during the World Tourism Day celebration.