Stakeholders hail inaugural Lagos creates programme

The inaugural Lagos Creates Content Creation Training Programme has ended with the creative community applauding its far-reaching impact.
 
The three-day event, which was concluded on November 26, 2024, at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, brought together hundreds of creatives, innovators, and thought leaders for networking and inspiration in an atmosphere of festivity.
 
The event featured keynote addresses from prominent figures, among them the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who underscored the importance of empowering young creatives in the state.
 
Panel sessions were led by Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso; Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Lagos State on New Media, Mr. Jubril Gawat; and industry experts such as Olufunke Phillips, Serah Donald, A. A. Presley, Elozanam, and Martha Ehinome.
 
The sessions dissected the intricacies of the creative industry and the diverse opportunities available in Lagos.

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mrs. Oloruntoyin Atekoja, who represented Sanwo-Olu at the event, reaffirmed the state government’s dedication to supporting the creative industries as key drivers of economic growth and cultural promotion.
 
“Lagos Creates was born out of a vision to empower young creatives in our vibrant city, providing them with the skills and resources they need to thrive in the digital economy. The programme has been a fantastic platform for learning, collaboration and growth, and it has truly transformed lives,” she said.
 
Participants in the three-day programme commended the organisers for creating insightful content and for entrenching a sense of community for everyone connected to the programme.
 
“Lagos Creates Live Event was a game-changer for me,” said a participant who pleaded for anonymity.  “This is our first chance to learn the nitty-gritty of content monetisation and connect to a vibrant community of creatives.”
 
The organisers expressed their gratitude to attendees, speakers, and partners for making the event a resounding success.
 
“We’re thrilled with the turnout and feedback. This is only the beginning. Our goal was to create a platform that celebrates creativity and empowers people to live their best lives in Lagos, Nigeria, and we are proud to have achieved that,” Lagos Creates co-founder, Ms. Serah Donald said.