The Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mr. Solomon Bonu has extolled the ingenuity of Mr. Kunle Afolayan, a multiple award-winner, filmmaker and producer, for his passion in promoting and reinvigorating indigenous cultural artefacts, as well as positively projecting the State Government in his crafts, artworks and some of his creative content.  Bonu, gave the …

… As Practitioners, Others Call For More Support from LASG Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf, the President of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), Mr. Bolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr. Latin, popular Nigerian actress and filmmaker, Fathia Balogun Williams and some key Nollywood personalities, on Sunday, discussed how the existing relationship between …

Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf has challenged practitioners in the Performing Arts sector to come up with an anthem that will reflect the ways, lifestyle, culture and resilience of the people of Lagos State.  The Commissioner gave the charge when the practitioners paid a courtesy visit to her office at the Secretariat, Alausa, Ikeja, …

Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Uzamat AkinbiIe-Yusuf has insisted that the government has not granted approval for the hosting of any entertainment show in the  State, regardless of the nature or modification given to such shows or concerts.In a statement released on Tuesday, the Commissioner clarified that the records are being set straight to properly guide stakeholders …

… Insists On ‘Register-To-Open’ Ahead of Further Directives from Governor Sanwo-Olu The Lagos State Government has clarified its position on reopening of event centres, explaining that owners of such places across the State must register their facilities pending issuance of further directives by Governor Sanwo-Olu in respect of their operations.  The Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Uzamat AkinbiIe-Yusuf, who made …

The Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf has assured practitioners in the creative industry of government’s continuous support towards enhancing their skills while also boosting the tourismpotentials of the State.  The Commissioner reiterated this at a stakeholders’ meeting with members of the creative industry, comprising those in the film, arts and entertainment sectors on Tuesday, at Alausa, …

… Says Registration Is Free  Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf has described the agitation by some practitioners in the Hotel and Tourismsector over the newly introduced ‘Register-To-Open’ initiative of the Government as unnecessary, saying that the policy was meant to certify the safety preparedness of these establishments before they are allowed to re-open for business activities. Reacting …

The Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Pharmacist Uzamat Akinbile Yusuf has reiterated the commitment of the State Government to the growth and development of the Entertainment and Tourism sector in Lagos. She stated this while rendering an account of stewardship at a Ministerial Press Briefing to commemorate one year of the administration of Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu in office on Tuesday. …

… Govt To Focus More On Developing Local Tourism, Festivals Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf has said that the Ministry has taken inventory of all government-owned tourismsites across the State with the aim of revamping the cultural heritage to continually meet the entertainment and relaxation purposes of its residents and tourists. The Commissioner, who made this disclosure today at …