Tag: arts and culture
Lagos seeks stronger tour operators to unlock tourism potential
The Lagos State Government has called for stronger and more professional tour operators to unlock Nigeria’s vast tourism potential and drive sustainable economic growth.
The...
Lagos to host largest horse race carnival, target over 30,000 guests
Lagos is set to host one of the largest horse racing carnivals in the country, with organizers projecting attendance of more than 30,000 guests...
Lagos expands schools arts competition with mentorship, tech support
Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture says it is expanding the Eko Schools Arts and Crafts Competition 2.0 to include mentorship, technology-driven...
Lagos residents excited by reintroduced monthly sanitation, call for sustenance
Residents in Lagos state on Saturday, expressed satisfaction following reintroduction of the monthly environmental sanitation exercise, describing the move as a step in the...
Cultural tourism reshapes global perception of Nigeria — Tourists
Lagos, March 16, 2026 (NAN) A group of U.S. tourists exploring Lagos through a cultural tour designed to connect diaspora visitors with local traditions,...
Afrobeats global success boosts cultural tourism profile of Lagos
Lagos, Feb. 27, 2026 (NAN) Nigeria’s expanding Afrobeats influence is strengthening the reputation of Lagos as a leading cultural tourism destination in Africa.
Tour operators...
World Crafts Council honours Runsewe with Africa Icon Award
Abuja, Feb. 6, 2026 (NAN) The World Crafts Council has honoured Otunba Olusegun Runsewe with the Icon of Crafts, Culture and Hospitality in Africa...
Restore tourism ministry’s standalone status, Ojo-Lanre urges Tinubu
Lagos, Jan. 14, 2026 (NAN) Wale Ojo-Lanre, a tourism development expert, has urged President Bola Tinubu to restore the standalone status of Nigeria’s Ministry...
Chinese community celebrates New Year festival in Lagos
In a vibrant display of cultural exchange and unity, the Chinese community in Lagos, on Saturday, united with Nigerians to celebrate the Chinese New...
