PHOTOS: FANTI CARNIVAL 2026 BEGINS IN LAGOS WITH VIBRANT CELEBRATION OF AFRO-BRAZILIAN HERITAGE
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By: Muftau Fatimo
The 2026 Lagos Fanti Carnival kicked off at Tafawa Balewa Square, attracting revelers, cultural troupes, and tourists for a lively celebration of heritage and identity.
The media, in a post shared on X on Monday, wrote, “Participants, dressed in flamboyant costumes, made their way toward the main arena, creating a spectacular procession.”
Held every Easter Monday, the carnival kicked off with vibrant processions from historic Lagos Island communities, including Campos, Lafiaji, Okoo-Faji, Okepopo, and Isale-Eko.
The 2026 edition, themed “A Homecoming of Heritage,” emphasizes the enduring cultural connections between Nigeria and Brazil.
It also reflects the legacy of Afro-Brazilian returnees, also known as the Aguda, who introduced the carnival tradition to Lagos in the 19th century.
Photos from the event showed a vibrant display of colour, music, and dance, with performers adorned in elaborate outfits featuring feathers, beads, and sequins.
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