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In a bold blend of tradition and innovation, the Lagos State Government has cast its net wide to connect culture, commerce, and community through the annual Kayokayo cultural festival in the Epe axis of the state.

This year’s festivities come with a unique twist as Ajah, Lekki, and Victoria Island residents are expected to get free doorstep deliveries of fresh fish sourced locally from the famous Epe fish market.

The government stated that the special fresh fish sales initiative is part of its activities to celebrate the 2025 annual Kayokayo cultural festival, saying this aligns with the Lagos Cultural Mission, which is being championed through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture.

According to the government, through this initiative, we aimed to promote local commerce, highlight indigenous food sources, and connect cultural celebrations with economic empowerment.

The Special Adviser to the Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Idris Aregbe, who announced the initiative on Wednesday in Ikeja, explained that the delivery would be done for Ajah, Lekki, and Victoria Island residents.

He said the programme is part of efforts to promote local commerce, spotlight indigenous resources, and deepen the link between culture and commerce.

“This is a unique initiative aimed at promoting local commerce, showcasing indigenous resources, and strengthening the connection between culture and commerce,” Aregbe added.

According to him, fish lovers will have the opportunity to order premium varieties of fresh fish sourced directly from the renowned Epe Fish Market. Available options include Wesafo Fish, Tilapia, White Catfish, Orange Fish, Barracuda, Red Snapper, White Snapper, Golden Fish, Mangala, Shining Nose Fish, Sona Fish (Eja-Abo), and Akokoniko Fish.

“Orders can be placed between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Friday, July 25, 2025, through the dedicated phone numbers: 0802 901 9111 and 0916 642 8236. All deliveries will be made on the same day at no extra cost to residents within the listed areas.

Aregbe emphasized that the initiative reflects the Lagos State Government’s commitment to celebrating cultural identity, empowering local economies, and engaging residents through innovative, community-centered approaches.

The Kayokayo Festival, a major cultural highlight in Epe, continues to serve as a vibrant platform for cultural preservation, economic stimulation, and inter-generational exchange.

The week-long festivities will feature traditional processions, cultural performances, food exhibitions, and other engaging activities, inviting both residents and visitors to experience the rich heritage of the Epe Division.

bobonla:
Happppy for themmmm niccccce laggggoooooosssss. But Tinubu can never be a 2nd term president

DLSReigns:
Keeping our cultural heritage alive is good. It's even greater if we sell it to the world. Kudos to this initiative.

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Lawmaker scores Lagos Water Corporation low

A Lagos State lawmaker, Mr Saka Fafunmi, on Thursday expressed dissatisfaction at the performance of the state Water Corporation.

Fafunmi, a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly (LAHA), said in Ikeja that the corporation had not been able to justify statutory allocations to it.

The lawmaker, who represents Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency 1 at the assembly, spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).

He said that the corporation had the capacity to generate much fund internally through water rates but had relied solely on government funding because of poor performance.

'' Anyone that is using water will be willing to pay for it; the corporation has not been giving us water.

"Is there any new community that Water Corporation has given water? People depend on boreholes; even government estates have industrial boreholes.

"Why do we keep pumping money into an agency that does not give us the desired results?'' he asked.

He noted that the Adiyan Waterworks was located at Ifako-Ijaiye, where many of the residents had resorted to digging boreholes as a means of getting water.

''A lot of people are falling sick because they don't drink clean water.

''In the same compound, where you have sewage, is where you have a borehole.

''There is no way you can manage the sewage that it will not leak and pollute the water; everyone drinking such is drinking contaminated water,'' he said.

The lawmaker urged the corporation to increase water reticulation and supply to residents.

From: http://www.punchng.com/politics/lawm...rporation-low/
https://repository.upenn.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1056&context=mes_capstones;Ensuring

AKWATGOLD1:
Wonders shall never ends. Why the promo is Ajah, Lekki and VI residents only, other lagosians resides in mainland. I think state government should have do better by creating a hub center where Lagosian can partake in the KayoKayo festival

Firebox123:
i wont abuse or insult you

I will give your reply in 2027

bobonla:
Happppy for themmmm niccccce laggggoooooosssss. But Tinubu can never be a 2nd term president

Lanrelagboi:
https://theguildng.com/lagos-govt-blends-culture-commerce-for-economy-boost-ahead-kayokayo/

Paentera:
While I feel your pain, let us look at this critically together

Lekki Residents
Distance from Epe to Lekki - 67.5km
Delivery time - 1hr 35 mins

Victoria Island Residents
Distance from Epe to Victoria Island - 74km
Delivery time - 1hr 52 mins

Surulere Residents
Distance from Epe to Surulere - 85.6km
Delivery time - 2hrs 10 mins

Agege Residents
Distance from Epe to Surulere - 122km
Delivery time - 2hrs 16 mins

As a business owner, will you really rely on anyone coming from areas on the mainland that are over a 75km away? Instead, the LASG is concentrating on residents within the catchment area showing up and banking that should they not show up, they will be happy to get the fish delivered at a fraction of the cost on a regular market day.

Since you'll really love to get the fish, I'll encourage you to reach out to close friends and relatives in that axis and ask that they oblige you to receive the fish on your behalf as an alternative.