- Lagos Cancels December 31 Fiesta
- Governor Assures Residents of Better 2026
- Calls for Prayers Ahead of 2026
The Lagos State Government has cancelled the 2025 edition of the Greater Lagos Fiesta, which was scheduled to hold on December 31, 2025.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the decision was announced in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Mr Gboyega Akosile.
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According to the statement, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu approved the cancellation and directed that the usual end-of-year countdown activities be replaced with a period of personal prayers by residents.
The governor urged Lagosians to dedicate the time to prayers for Nigeria, Lagos State and its people, as well as for continued prosperity, peace, leadership, productivity and general wellbeing.
Sanwo-Olu also assured residents that 2026 holds great promise for both Lagos State and the country, stressing that his administration remains committed to delivering improved governance and development.
“On behalf of my family, I wish every resident of our dear State a happy and prosperous new year,” the governor said.
“I want to assure you all that the year 2026 will be a better year for us in the State, as our administration is determined to work twice as hard to deliver the goods for the residents of the state.”
He further called on Lagosians to continue to live together in peace and harmony as the new year approaches.
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