By Adeola Ogunrinde –
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Friday rang the closing gong at the Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) in Lagos to mark the 15th anniversary of the Lagos Fashion Week.
Speaking at the event, Sanwo-Olu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting and advancing Nigeria’s creative industry. He commended the organisers of Lagos Fashion Week for sustaining the platform for over a decade, describing it as a powerful showcase of African creativity and innovation.
He noted that Lagos had become a global melting pot of fashion, art, and entrepreneurship, serving as a springboard for young designers and creators to reach international audiences. “This is Lagos, the city where everything melts together, where every experience leads to the next, and where innovation never sleeps,” he said.
Sanwo-Olu observed that Lagos Fashion Week had grown from humble beginnings 15 years ago into an internationally recognised event that promotes Africa’s creative excellence and economic potential. He added that the state government remained committed to creating an enabling environment where innovation, creativity, and talent could thrive.
“We are building an ecosystem where Africa’s name can remain true. Africa will take a leading place in the global space in the next 20 to 30 years, and Lagos will be at the heart of it,” the governor said.
Sanwo-Olu commended the Nigerian Exchange Group for honouring Lagos Fashion Week, describing the gesture as recognition of the creative sector’s contribution to national growth.
He also announced that the state would host a series of cultural, entertainment, and fashion events through December to further celebrate Lagos’ vibrant creative energy.
The Chairman of the NGX Group, Dr. Umaru Kwairanga, commended Governor Sanwo-Olu for his visionary leadership and commitment to positioning Lagos as Africa’s creative and commercial capital.
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