Sanwo-Olu cancels Greater Lagos Fiesta 2025

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu

By Lukman Olabiyi

The Lagos State Government has announced the cancellation of the 2025 edition of the Greater Lagos Fiesta, which was scheduled to hold on December 31.

The decision was conveyed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Gboyega Akosile.

According to the statement, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu approved the cancellation and directed that, in place of the annual Greater Lagos Fiesta (Countdown 2026), Lagos residents should devote the period to personal prayers for the nation, Lagos State, and its people.

The governor urged Lagosians to pray for continued prosperity, good leadership, peace, productivity, and the overall wellbeing of the state and the country.

Governor Sanwo-Olu also extended his New Year goodwill to residents, expressing optimism about the year 2026, which he said holds great promise for both Lagos State and Nigeria.

He appealed to residents to continue to live in peace and harmony.

“On behalf of my family, I wish every resident of our dear state a happy and prosperous New Year.

“I want to assure you that 2026 will be a better year for us in the state, as our administration is determined to work twice as hard to deliver good governance and improved services to the people of Lagos,” the governor said.

The Greater Lagos Fiesta is an annual end-of-year event organised by the Lagos State Government to celebrate culture, entertainment, and tourism across the state.

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