Governor Sanwo-Olu hails Isimi Lagos Festival as a milestone for eco-tourism, boosting investments, job creation, and Lagos’ creative economy.
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to advancing tourism and the creative industry.
Speaking at the inaugural Isimi Lagos Festival over the weekend, the governor described the event as the dawn of a redefined hospitality and wellness experience in Lagos.
The festival took place at the Isimi Lagos Wellness and Polo Country Estate, located in the serene Epe area. The eco-friendly facility, a trailblazer in sustainable development, boasts over 500,000 trees, renewable energy infrastructure, and attractions such as an outdoor gym, jetty, farm shop, helipad, tech valley, and polo turf.
Governor Sanwo-Olu highlighted Isimi Lagos as a vital project poised to boost tourism, attract foreign and private investments, and create job opportunities for young Nigerians.
He said:
“This is the birth of a new, redefined hospitality in Lagos. Isimi Lagos is a testament to the potential of tourism to drive economic growth and youth empowerment.”
The facility aligns with Lagos State’s vision for a dynamic creative economy, with additional projects in the pipeline, including the Lagos Film City and Lekki Airport, both situated in the same corridor.
The festival was graced by prominent figures, including the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi; Olota of Ota, Oba Adeyemi Obalanlege; Erelu Kuti IV of Lagos, Chief Abiola Dosunmu; and industry leaders.
The Isimi Lagos project has been in development for over three years. Governor Sanwo-Olu commended the tenacity behind its creation, noting its role in promoting wellness, self-sufficiency, and sustainable living.
He added:
“This is not just about tourism but about creating a space where people live in harmony with nature, grow what they eat, and enjoy a balanced lifestyle.”
Sanwo-Olu underscored the significance of such initiatives for Lagos’ younger population:
“This project is about the future we envision—an inclusive, creative Lagos where young leaders thrive in a world-class environment.”
The Isimi Lagos Festival represents a turning point in Lagos’ tourism narrative, demonstrating the state’s commitment to fostering innovation, creativity, and community development.
With its focus on eco-tourism and sustainable living, Isimi Lagos is set to become a global benchmark for hospitality and wellness destinations.
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