Ayodeji Omoboye, a resident of Ikorodu has emerged the winner of a brand new car from GAC Motors, at the 2018 edition of One Lagos Fiesta (OLF). It was the first time such a prize would be won at the annual event organised by the Lagos State Government through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture.
With the theme, ‘A December To Remember’, OLF continued in its fine tradition of holding simultaneously in five locations including Agege, Badagry, Ikorodu, Lagos Island and Epe as it attracted thousands of participants and millions of viewers across the world.
The highlight of the grand finale at the Eko Atlantic City venue was the spectacular display of fireworks as Lagosians welcomed the new year.
Speaking at the event, the state governor, Akinwunmi Ambode said he was thrilled that the OLF was meeting the set objectives, saying that the positive impact of the fiesta on the economy of the State had been massive and encouraging.
“The positive economic impact of the fiesta is very visible. You see, at the beginning, we were doing this particular fiesta in just one location but again we have been able to increase it to five locations, eight days, 40 concerts and you can imagine everything surrounding it in terms of employment, job opportunities for food hawkers, artisans and above all, the security that has kept the city very safe.
“So, we are very excited that this is part of the GDP that we are growing for Lagos and I know that this will be continued by the next government. I am satisfied that we made a promise that we were going to use tourism, entertainment , arts and sports to promote excellence in Lagos and almost four years after, people can see that we have fulfilled it and Lagos is the only destination for people in December, he said.’’
Also, GKB unicyclists were the winners of the 2018 Lagos Grows Talent competition while other residents went home with consolation prizes.
