Lagos Govt reiterates commitment to preserving state’s cultural heritage
Tourism
THE Lagos State Government has reiterated commitment toward preserving the state’s cultural heritages.
Mr Femi Martins, Special Adviser to Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tourism, Arts and Culture, said this in a statement on Tuesday.
Martins said that the need to preserve the state’s rich cultural heritage and festivals engendered the state government’s support for the 2022 Olokun Festival.
He commended the new and continuous touch of innovation added to the annual event, especially the participation of tourists and cultural enthusiasts from different countries of the world.
He explained that culture and heritage occupy a prime place in the state’s tourism master plan recently presented to tourism stakeholders by Gov. Sanwo-Olu.
He said that the state government was committed to supporting every initiative directed toward the preservation of the state’s cultural heritage. (NAN)
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