As part of measures to display its cultural heritage and promote cross-cultural dialogue on a global scale, the Lagos State government, in conjunction with Culturella Africa, has concluded plans to hold the 2024 edition of the Culturella Festival in the state. The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mr. Idris Aregbe, disclosed this at a press conference in Lagos on Saturday.
He said the state government is collaborating with private sector players to boost youth engagement and empowerment by investing in the creative sector, vocational skills, and training for youths in the state. Aregbe, represented by Mrs. Olufunke Adu, urged Nigerians, especially youths, to portray the image of the country positively on social media and avoid derogatory depictions of Africa as poor and dirty.
He also disclosed that this year’s Culturella Festival will bring together Africans from across the globe and lovers of the continent to explore and celebrate the diverse traditions, cultural expressions, and artisanal craftsmanship across Africa. He said, “Lagos has been doing its best under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to empower the youths, and that is why there are vocational schools of entertainment to engage them and bring about the desired change, while youths must also speak positively about their country Nigeria to the international community.” Also speaking, the Chief Executive Officer of Culturati Africa, Dolamu Badejo, noted that this year’s Cu.