- Lagos Targets Talent Discovery with New Arts and Crafts Competition
- Ayinde-Marshal explained that the initiative serve as a platform for mentorship, exhibitions, and possible partnerships
- He expressed optimism that the programme will inspire a new generation of creatives
The Lagos State Government has announced the launch of the Maiden Eko Arts and Crafts Competition, a new initiative aimed at harnessing the creativity of young people while celebrating heritage and shaping the future of the state’s cultural identity.
Eko Hot Blog reports that Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Damilola Ayinde-Marshal, Esq., disclosed this during a press briefing on Thursday.
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She described the competition as “a golden opportunity” for secondary and tertiary school students to showcase their artistic talents and transform passion into productive careers.
“Within our classrooms are young artists, sculptors, and creative thinkers whose gifts must not only be encouraged but also refined, celebrated, and projected to the world. This competition reflects the vision of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, under the T.H.E.M.E.S Plus agenda, to position Lagos as the cultural and entertainment hub of Africa,” she said.
Ayinde-Marshal explained that the initiative will not only spotlight hidden talents but also serve as a platform for mentorship, exhibitions, and possible partnerships, while promoting entrepreneurship in the creative sector. She added that the competition will advance Lagos’s cultural identity through both modern and traditional artistic expressions.
Emphasising the broader value of art, she noted: “By promoting arts and crafts, we are not only encouraging creativity but also safeguarding the cultural wealth of Lagos State.”
Registration for the competition will be open exclusively to students of Lagos secondary schools and tertiary institutions via https://ekoschoolsartsandcrafts.com.
Ayinde-Marshal expressed optimism that the programme will inspire a new generation of creatives and contribute to both the cultural and economic growth of Lagos State.
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