Category: Arts & Entertainment

-As J.K Randle Centre nears completion Following the decision by Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, to build a new cultural facility in Onikan, Lagos, the John K. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History , and the appointment of international exhibition designers Ralph Appelbaum Associates (RAA) and architects, SI.SA the Lagos State Government has formally made a request to the British Museum in London for the return of an extremely important sculptural woodcarving, known in the UK as the Lander Stool.   The sculpture was believed to have been taken…

The Lagos State Government on Tuesday held a stakeholders’ forum on the need for preservation of historical and cultural heritage sites/monuments in the state.   The forum which was held at the Hall of the Lagos State Council for Arts and Culture, Obafemi Awolowo way, Ikeja,  was attended by owners and managers of heritage sites, traditional rulers, among others.   Speaking at the event, the Honorable Commissioner, Mr. Steve Ayorinde said, the stakeholders’ forum was meant to create an avenue for the state government and the stakeholders to examine issues…

-Asa Arokolo second edition holds this year – Organizers The Lagos State Government has released the 2019 calendar for arts, culture and entertainment events in the state. The annual listing is meant to guide local and foreign tourists as well as journalists and the general public into the rich cultural content on offer in the state for 2019. The Calendar, which is on the state website and in print form, contains more than 80 events that are either state sponsored or simply endorsed and supported by the Lagos State Government.…

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday assured Lagosians that the Government would deliver more life changing projects in 2019 for the greater benefit of all residents. Governor Ambode, who spoke in his New Year message to Lagosians at the grand finale of the 2018 One Lagos Fiesta (OLF) held at the Eko Atlantic City in Victoria Island, said though 2018 was a great year for the State, the New Year holds greater promises for all. He said: “I want to thank God for giving us this New Year…

Seun AJAYI The 2018 edition of the annual One Lagos Fiesta (OLF) kicked off Monday, December 24, 2018, at Ikorodu Town hall and other four designated locations across the State. The eight day star-studded concert is designed to give Lagosians memorable festive season and usher them into the New Year. Other locations were residents are enjoying great moments were – Agege stadium, Bar Beach, Epe, Badagry and Victoria Island, with the grand finale slated for the Eko Atlantic City. Established artistes that thrilled thousands of fans at the opening in…

-Says govt investment in sector has positively engaged youth Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Sunday evening reiterated the commitment of his administration to continue to play up the arts and entertainment industry to grow the economy and positively engage the youth, saying the sector remains a veritable platform to improve the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the State and Nigeria. Speaking at the performance of a stage play – Oba Esugbayi, held at the Muson Centre in Onikan, Lagos, Governor Ambode said since inception of his administration, conscious…