Eko Fiesta aims to merge culture, commerce, and celebration in Lagos this December, empowering small businesses and showcasing local creativity
The organisers of the forthcoming Eko Fiesta, Dosh and Wales Company, have described the project as a creative and economic platform designed to celebrate Lagos’ vibrant culture while promoting local businesses and artistic talent.
According to a statement signed by the event’s Media Coordinator, Afolayan Adebiyi, and endorsed by the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Idris Aregbe, the three-day fiesta seeks to create a lively, inclusive hub “where celebration meets commerce.”
Promoters Damilare Osho and Wale Oyebanji explained that Eko Fiesta was conceived to fill a noticeable gap in Lagos’ “Detty December” calendar by offering more than just entertainment.
They said many Nigerians in the diaspora and visitors to Lagos often struggle to find a one-stop venue that combines cultural experiences, shopping, entertainment, and networking opportunities.
“While Lagos in December is filled with concerts and parties, there’s been a need for something that blends celebration with purpose,” the organisers said.
“Eko Fiesta bridges that gap by creating a space where people can enjoy music, art and culture while discovering local brands and artisans.”
The event, scheduled for 22 to 24 December 2025, aims to spotlight small businesses, artisans, and creative entrepreneurs, helping them gain visibility and connect with new audiences.
The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture has endorsed the initiative, with Aregbe noting that the fiesta aligns closely with the ministry’s mission to promote creativity, culture, and economic inclusion.
“What drew us in was the creative synergy — the way music, art, culture, and commerce blend to tell a powerful Lagos story,” Aregbe said. “That harmony perfectly reflects what we stand for.”
He added that the ministry’s support was based on the project’s structure and potential for impact. “Our role as a Ministry is to identify and back projects that have the potential to make real impact.
As long as a project conveys a positive message and honours our cultural identity, we’re always open to supporting it.”
Aregbe further noted that Eko Fiesta aligns with Lagos’ broader economic and cultural vision. “An event shouldn’t just entertain; it should empower,” he said.
“By giving entrepreneurs access to diverse markets, Eko Fiesta strengthens the state’s creative economy and encourages sustainable growth.”
He emphasised that initiatives like this contribute directly to job creation and economic vitality. “Every time the Ministry supports commerce, we support livelihoods. When creativity thrives, the economy follows.”
Describing Detty December as now a defining part of Lagos’ cultural identity, Aregbe said the state remains committed to supporting events that celebrate both entertainment and the deeper spirit of Lagos.
“Eko Fiesta achieves exactly that — a joyful convergence of culture, creativity, and commerce that tells the authentic Lagos story,” he said.
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