Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved the cancellation of the 2025 Greater Lagos Fiesta scheduled to hold on Wednesday, December 31.
The Lagos State Government announced the decision in a statement issued on Tuesday by the governor’s special adviser on media and publicity Gboyega Akosile.
According to the statement, Mr Sanwo-Olu approved the cancellation and directed Lagos residents to use the period for personal prayers for the nation, Lagos State and its people.
He urged Lagosians to pray for “our continued prosperity, leadership, peace, productivity and our continued general wellbeing.”
The governor wished residents a happy and prosperous 2026, saying the new year holds great promise for Lagos State and Nigeria. He also called on residents to continue to live in peace and harmony.
“On behalf of my family, I wish every resident of our dear State a happy and prosperous new year,” he said.
“I want to assure you all that the year 2026 will be a better year for us in the State, as our administration is determined to work twice as hard to deliver the goods for the residents of the state,” Sanwo-Olu added.
