Sanwo-Olu Champions Digital Push for Lagos' Rich Heritage

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has highlighted the importance of technology in preserving the rich cultural and historical heritage of Lagos at a symposium organized by the Lagos State Records and Archives Bureau.

He emphasized the need for innovative methods to engage younger generations with the city’s history to prevent the spread of misinformation.

Sanwo-Olu also stressed the importance of inclusivity in shaping the narrative of Lagos, promoting collaboration between public and private sectors, civil society, and communities.

He noted that the ongoing story of Lagos involves everyone, making it essential to approach its history with objectivity, inclusivity, and passion.

The government is committed to building an inclusive and sustainable Lagos, recognizing the role of history in shaping its future.

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During the symposium, the Head of Service, Olabode Agoro, reinforced the need to refresh collective memory on Lagos’ past, emphasizing that history serves not only to teach lessons but also to guide its socio-political and cultural evolution.

The Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, emphasized the symposium’s objective of sharing knowledge and fostering deeper insights into Lagos’ cultural and historical context, promoting peace and unity.

Scholars and historians present at the event urged the government to invest in documenting and archiving the city’s history.

They emphasized the importance of being sensitive to the values of Lagos’ indigenous population and encouraging collaboration with non-indigenous communities to maintain peaceful co-existence.

The Director-General of LASRAB, Toyin Ogunlana, noted that the symposium was instrumental in dissecting the historical, colonial, and socio-political influences that have shaped Lagos into what it is today.

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