The Lagos State Government is anticipating a turnout of over 25,000 people for its annual end-of-the-year fiesta. The government has also assured participants of the implementation of strict security measures at the designated venues for the Lagos Countdown 2024 Greater Lagos Fiesta.
During a press conference at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, on Friday, the state Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs Toke Benson-Awoyinka, revealed this information. She was accompanied by the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mr Idris Aregbe, and the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Mrs Oloruntoyin Atekoja. Mrs Benson-Awoyinka emphasized that the state had put in place security measures to prevent any form of violence during the three-day fiesta.
“We have put a lot in place for security. We are working actively with all security apparatus of the state, the Nigeria Police, DSS, Civil Defence, LASTMA, and Neighbourhood Watch, among other security operators in the state. We are making sure that the entire space is secure, and we are ensuring that our children are well taken care of and secure as well,” stated Benson-Awoyinka.
The Lagos Countdown 2024 #Greater Lagos Fiesta, according to her, has turned into an annual tradition, and it is a celebration of music, entertainment, and the vibrant spirit of Lagos. Mrs Benson-Awoyinka also mentioned that the event will serve as a platform for discovering and nurturing new talents, exposing young talented entertainers to bigger platforms, and curbing youth restiveness that often characterizes the festive period.
She pointed out that the three-day event will feature fireworks, live music concerts, comedy, and cultural performances across the five IBILE divisions of the state – Ikorodu, Badagry, Ikeja, Lagos Island, and Epe.
“The Lagos Countdown 2024 #Greater Lagos Fiesta is going to be a fantastic way to bid farewell to the year 2023 and welcome the new one, year 2024, with a bang. We have lined up an incredible array of music stars who will grace the stage and thrill all fun lovers from Badagry to Epe, Ikorodu, Lagos Island, and Ikeja featuring homegrown talents to international sensations, the best of Afro Beats, Highlife, Juju, and Fuji,” she added.
