Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos has become the first African City to participate in the Lord’s Mayor Show in London, United Kingdom.
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, made the disclosure in a statement posted on social media Saturday evening.
The Lord Mayor’s Show, an 800-year tradition, is the oldest, longest, and least-rehearsed civic procession in the world.
It is an ancient show of London’s independence, a mediaeval festival of pomp and pageantry and a modern celebration of our strength and diversity.
Sanwo-Olu attended the 2023 edition as Lagos representatives put out an impressive display of the city’s rich culture at the show on Saturday.
The event featured Lagosians dressed in native attires holding Nigerian flags with a sign behind them reading, “Lagos is open for business.”
The Lagos governor echoed this sentiment, declaring Lagos open for international business.
“The Lord Mayor’s Show, an 800-year tradition, symbolizes Lagos as a rising economic force. The invitation is a testament to our upward trajectory, and I’m here to declare Lagos open for international business,” he said.
“Our participation emphasizes Lagos as the cultural, entertainment, and economic hub of Africa. It’s an honor to share our stories, attract investments, and showcase Lagos’ vibrancy to the world.
“We’re actively inviting investments through city banquets, bilateral meetings, and the Lagos Investment dinner, all echoing the resounding theme, ‘Lagos is open for business.’
“We’re not just participating; we’re making a bold statement about our economic strength, cultural richness, and readiness for international collaboration.”
See more photos from Lagos representatives at the show below:
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