Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday joined cooking activities at the Lagos Food Festival, highlighting the event’s role in empowering entrepreneurs and promoting the state’s rich culinary culture.
Eko Hot News reports that the governor participated in the cooking and tasting of seafood rice with stir-fried spinach at the 2025 Lagos Food Festival held at Muri Okunola Park, Victoria Island.
The festival, themed “Taste Beyond Borders,” attracted residents who enjoyed live music and a wide range of delicacies showcasing diverse food cultures across Lagos.
Governor Sanwo-Olu said the festival was designed to bring families together, encourage relaxation and use food as a medium to tell the Lagos story through culture and diversity.
He noted that through the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems, the state government has empowered numerous entrepreneurs in the food and agriculture value chain over the past six years.
The governor said the ministry has implemented interventions that support food security, innovation and opportunities for small-scale food business owners to grow and thrive.
Sanwo-Olu added that the festival also provides a platform for caterers and food innovators to gain visibility while allowing families to enjoy quality time together.
He also attended an art exhibition in Lagos on the same day, where about 40 artists displayed paintings, describing the artworks as a reflection of Lagos’ creativity.
The governor said the state would continue to encourage diverse skills and professions to ensure Lagos remains safe, inclusive and supportive for all residents.
Earlier, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Ms Abisola Olusanya, described the Lagos Food Festival as a celebration of the state’s culinary heritage, entertainment and multicultural identity.
She said the festival provides exposure for food value chain actors and serves as a platform to consolidate the ministry’s interventions while celebrating those who contribute to food production and distribution in Lagos.
