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Burger King opens Abeokuta outlet with sustainable innovation

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1 year ago

June 25, 2025

Burger King opens new outlet in Abeokuta, Ogun State, with eco-friendly design and local flavours. Ogun pledges to boost tourism and attract investors

Burger King opens Abeokuta outlet with a bold fusion of global quality and local character, marking a significant step in Ogun State’s push to attract more investors and boost tourism.

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The newly launched restaurant, situated at 18B Lalubu Street in the heart of Oke-Ilewo, brings a fresh wave of innovation and flavour to the commercial landscape of the state capital.

Speaking at the commissioning, Ogun State Deputy Governor, Mrs Noimot Salako-Oyedele, restated the government’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for businesses that promote industrial growth and enhance the state’s appeal to tourists.

She praised Burger King for introducing not just another eatery, but a global brand committed to excellence and sustainability.

Burger King’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer in Nigeria, Mr Rushde Ibrahim, told the audience that the Abeokuta location was chosen in response to high customer demand.

“One of the reasons we came to Abeokuta is because there was a very high demand,” he said, noting that many customers had urged the brand to establish a presence in the city after visiting other locations across Nigeria.

According to Ibrahim, Burger King Abeokuta sets a new standard for restaurant design in Nigeria. “This is our first Green restaurant,” he announced, highlighting the outlet’s eco-conscious features, including a gas-powered generator, gas air conditioning, and container-based construction.

The hybrid store model, he added, reflects Burger King’s drive to minimise waste while maintaining operational excellence.

In addition to global favourites, the restaurant offers a locally inspired menu that includes suya, sweet potatoes, and fried plantain cubes. Ibrahim said the brand is committed to blending international standards with Nigerian tastes.

“Our food is world class. We are the leading burger chain in the world. But we also understand and respect local flavour,” he added.

Traditional leaders, government officials, and business stakeholders attended the event, underscoring its relevance to the economic aspirations of the state. With this launch, Burger King strengthens its footprint in Nigeria, marking its 23rd outlet across seven states.

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As the crowd explored the new space, it was clear that Burger King’s entry into Abeokuta goes beyond food. It is a celebration of community, taste, and thoughtful business, echoing Ogun State’s vision for sustainable growth and a welcoming climate for both local and foreign investors.

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WAKE UP! Art Exhibition Returns for a Second Act

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2 weeks ago

August 27, 2026

Mariam Balogun

The contemporary art and photography exhibition “Wake Up!” is back again for a second edition.

Curated by Awele Onwordi, Wake Up! 2 exhibition pays homage to the Nigerian youth and burgeoning street culture which many of its contributing artists reference in their works.

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Titled “Young, Wild, Free”, the exhibition celebrates the creativity, resilience, freedom and cultural influence found in Nigerian youth.

Taking aim at societal issues and economic concerns, the exhibit reflects the youth and their refusal to compromise or bow despite all the challenges stacked against them while charting youth culture through art, music, fashion, skateboarding, photography and community.

The exhibition will be held, once again, at the Angel and Muse Gallery at 25 Sumbo Jibowu street off Ribadu Road off Awolowo Road in Ikoyi.

It will open on Saturday 5 September 2026 and will run until 11 September 2026
This second edition which focuses on celebrating, nurturing and exploring artistic practices rooted in youth and street culture will feature works from DENCITY and SUPERGLIDER HOUSE.

Exhibiting artists include Ajilore Kehinde – their work is deeply influenced by Nigerian street culture and works of other artists like Slawn, Peters Ejiro, etc, Chuka Onwordi – graphic designer who embodies themes of death, melancholy and beauty in his works, ZIDYEP – Abuja based creative whose works move between digital and physical spaces through art, graphic design and air brushing , Franklyn Okoye – graphic designer and artist whose works explore themes of identity and hyper-reality, Awele Onwordi – founder & curator of WAKE UP and multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans character art, creative logo design, album covers and more , Oluchi Kogolo – digital illustrator whose work explores street culture, personality and storytelling through a raw and playful visual style and Kozetuo Apeji – multidisciplinary artists who work explores experimental approaches to problem solving through both digital and traditional art forms.

Commenting on the exhibition in her curatorial statement, Awele noted that “despite economic instability, limited opportunities and socio-political challenges, Nigerian youth continue to shape culture through music, fashion, art, skateboarding, raves, photography and community.”

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Continuing and harping on the raison d’etre of the exhibition she said, “Young, Wild and Free exists to celebrate Nigerian youth while also creating a platform that supports and amplifies them.”