Lagos committed to development of tourism, says Sanwo-Olu

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to advancing the tourism and creative industries in the state.

Speaking at the inaugural Isimi Lagos Festival over the weekend, the governor highlighted the government’s ongoing efforts to create an enabling environment for businesses and investments to thrive.

The event, held at the Isimi Lagos Wellness and Polo Country Estate in Epe, showcased the emergence of a cutting-edge hospitality and wellness hub. Governor Sanwo-Olu described the facility as a landmark development in Lagos’ tourism sector, embodying eco-friendly principles and a unique blend of relaxation, work, and play environments.

“Isimi Lagos represents the birth of a redefined hospitality experience in Lagos,” Sanwo-Olu said. “This is about the young population and the future we envision for Lagos. It is a testament to what determination and innovation can achieve.”

Isimi Lagos is an entirely eco-friendly project, featuring over 500,000 trees, renewable energy systems, and facilities such as an outdoor gym, jetty, farm shop, tech valley, helipad, and a polo turf. The project is expected to boost Lagos’ tourism potential, attract foreign and private investments, and create jobs, particularly for young people in the creative sector.

Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasized the strategic importance of the Epe corridor, noting its alignment with other significant developments, including the Lagos Film City and Lekki Airport. “This entire corridor represents the new Lagos we are building—a future of wellness, creativity, and world-class infrastructure,” he said.

The festival attracted prominent figures, including the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi; the Olota of Ota, Oba Adeyemi Obalanlege; the Erelu Kuti IV of Lagos, Chief Abiola Dosunmu; industry leaders, and tourists. Their presence underscored the growing interest in Lagos as a hub for tourism and creative ventures.

Sanwo-Olu commended the developers of Isimi Lagos for their resilience over the past four years, transforming their vision into reality. He described the facility as a model for sustainability and innovation, designed to support a self-sufficient lifestyle where “they will grow what they eat and eat what they grow.”

The governor reaffirmed the government’s commitment to fostering partnerships that support projects like Isimi Lagos. “This is the beginning of many great things to come,” he stated. “We are dedicated to creating an ecosystem that encourages creativity, wellness, and community engagement.”