Lagos govt cancels Greater Lagos Fiesta, calls for prayers ahead of 2026
The Lagos State Government has officially cancelled the 2025 edition of the Greater Lagos Fiesta, which was scheduled to take place on December 31, 2025.
The decision was announced in a statement released on Tuesday by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Mr Gboyega Akosile.
According to the statement, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu approved the cancellation and advised residents to use the period originally set aside for the Greater Lagos Fiesta (Countdown 2026) for personal reflection and prayers for Nigeria, Lagos State, and its people.
The governor encouraged Lagos residents to pray for continued prosperity, effective leadership, peace, productivity, and overall wellbeing across the state.
While wishing residents a joyful and successful 2026, Sanwo-Olu expressed optimism about the year ahead, describing it as one filled with promise for both Lagos State and the country at large.
He also called on residents to continue to live together in peace and harmony as the state moves into the new year.
“On behalf of my family, I wish all residents of our dear state a happy and prosperous New Year,” the governor said.
He also assured Lagosians of his administration’s commitment to intensifying efforts in delivering good governance, adding that the state government would work even harder in 2026 to improve the lives of residents.
