03:04Visitors flocked to Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos on Saturday to celebrate the country’s rich cultural diversity and heritage during Goge Africa Festival.
Footage shows participants wearing colourful costumes in cultural and dance performances showcasing the traditions of Nigeria’s major ethnic groups, such as the Igbo, Yoruba, and Hausa, alongside other African cultures. Visitors were seen enjoying the atmosphere from the stands.
"Culture is a way of life for a group of people. Now, when culture is not showcased, culture will go off, it will fade off," 'Yoruba mother' Oshibanjo said as she noted that such events helped preserve traditions.
"It’s a ceremony for the people of Lagos to enjoy, it’s great love, peace, among the Obas (kings) and the people of the community," a participant said.
The festival featured events and activities in Lagos that stretched throughout the entire week including a trade fair, a bikers' display, comedy shows and a 'celebrity' football match, among others. The festivities attracted thousands of people and are set to conclude on Sunday.
Dance like nobody's watching! - Nigeria’s cultural diversity on display at Lagos festival
Visitors flocked to Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos on Saturday to celebrate the country’s rich cultural diversity and heritage during Goge Africa Festival.
Footage shows participants wearing colourful costumes in cultural and dance performances showcasing the traditions of Nigeria’s major ethnic groups, such as the Igbo, Yoruba, and Hausa, alongside other African cultures. Visitors were seen enjoying the atmosphere from the stands.
"Culture is a way of life for a group of people. Now, when culture is not showcased, culture will go off, it will fade off," 'Yoruba mother' Oshibanjo said as she noted that such events helped preserve traditions.
"It’s a ceremony for the people of Lagos to enjoy, it’s great love, peace, among the Obas (kings) and the people of the community," a participant said.
The festival featured events and activities in Lagos that stretched throughout the entire week including a trade fair, a bikers' display, comedy shows and a 'celebrity' football match, among others. The festivities attracted thousands of people and are set to conclude on Sunday.
Visitors flocked to Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos on Saturday to celebrate the country’s rich cultural diversity and heritage during Goge Africa Festival.
Footage shows participants wearing colourful costumes in cultural and dance performances showcasing the traditions of Nigeria’s major ethnic groups, such as the Igbo, Yoruba, and Hausa, alongside other African cultures. Visitors were seen enjoying the atmosphere from the stands.
"Culture is a way of life for a group of people. Now, when culture is not showcased, culture will go off, it will fade off," 'Yoruba mother' Oshibanjo said as she noted that such events helped preserve traditions.
"It’s a ceremony for the people of Lagos to enjoy, it’s great love, peace, among the Obas (kings) and the people of the community," a participant said.
The festival featured events and activities in Lagos that stretched throughout the entire week including a trade fair, a bikers' display, comedy shows and a 'celebrity' football match, among others. The festivities attracted thousands of people and are set to conclude on Sunday.