ONIGBONGBO SET TO BECOME GATEWAY OF TOURISM, HOSPITALITY IN LAGOS – ADEBANJO

By Sunmisola Shodayo
The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo LCDA, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, has reiterated the council’s dedication to establishing Onigbongbo as the premier hub for tourism and hospitality in Lagos.
During his address at the Tourism and Hospitality Symposium, the Chairman underscored Onigbongbo’s distinctive position as the initial point of contact for numerous visitors entering Lagos, thanks to its vibrant hospitality sector along Allen, Opebi, Toyin, Kudirat Abiola, and Ikeja GRA. He articulated that tourism transcends mere leisure, serving as a driver of sustainable economic advancement, which aligns with his administration’s F. I. N. E Agenda—Foster economic growth, Invest in people, Nurture enterprise, and Ensure wellbeing.
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Adebanjo revealed plans for the forthcoming Onigbongbo Spark Fest 2025, a significant holiday festival intended to illuminate the cityscape, draw in visitors, and elevate Onigbongbo into a festive destination competitive with Victoria Island and Lekki. He also introduced plans for a digital hospitality directory enabled by QR codes, which will be strategically positioned at airports and key locations throughout Lagos, providing visitors with access to local hotels, restaurants, and nightlife establishments, supplemented with a 10% discount incentive.
The Chairman assured stakeholders in tourism and hospitality of the government’s willingness to collaborate with the private sector to enhance visibility, investment, and development, stating: “Together, we will make tourism the heartbeat of development in Onigbongbo LCDA.”
