As part of deliberate efforts to showcase its cultural heritage and boost tourism, the Lagos State Government has unveiled plans for monthly landmark tours.
According to the government, the tours would take place on both land and water, emphasising the aim to present Lagos, along with its growing transportation and tourism sectors, to the world.
Idris Aregbe, the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts, and Culture, disclosed during a hosting event for Nigerians in the Diaspora and enthusiasts of Lagos, which included a city tour to highlight the beauty of the metropolis.
Aregbe, in a statement released on Sunday, announced that the tour with the theme: “Lagos Tourism is Rising”, would be held monthly.
“Through this initiative, we aim to promote our cultural heritage and strengthen the bond between the diaspora community and Lagos. It offers an opportunity for everyone to admire scenic views, learn, and appreciate our rich cultural history,” Aregbe said.
He further noted that the initiative was designed to honour Nigerians in the Diaspora and global admirers of Lagos for choosing the city as a preferred business and holiday destination.
He explained that the programme would foster deeper collaborations as the government recognises the Diaspora community’s contributions to Lagos’s economy and festivities.
“During the first tour, guests enjoyed a fun-filled experience with music, dance, and engaging conversations. The double-decker tour bus, motorbike convoy, and Lagos Ride vehicles navigated landmarks in Ikoyi, Lekki, Lagos Island, and surrounding areas.
“The group visited the J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, Nike Art Gallery, and concluded the event with a delightful dinner,” the statement added.
Dignitaries at the event included Khadijat Omotayo, Personal Assistant to the President on Constituency Affairs, and Oluwatoyin Atekoja, Permanent Secretary of the Lagos Ministry of Tourism, among others.
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