The Lagos State Government on Friday said it has
concluded plans to climax the Lagos@50 celebrations with a spectacular display of
fireworks.
The Government, in a statement signed by the
Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Steve Ayorinde, said the
fireworks would be on display at midnight of Sunday, May 28 on the water of Eko
Atlantic.
”This is inform the public that there will be a
display of fireworks as part of the music and fashion show to round off the 50thAnniversary
Celebrations of the State. The fireworks will be on display at exactly 12 midnight
at the Eko Atlantic City during the Golden Concert. Residents do not need to
panic or nurse any fear whatsoever when they hear the sound of the fireworks as
it is only just a symbolic way to draw the curtains of what has been a very
splendid and successful celebration of our golden State.”
“Residents who cannot attend the concert can also
catch it live on Television as it promises to be a historic and exciting night
of fun and maximum entertainment”, Ayorinde said.
The Commissioner also expressed the gratitude of
Governor Akinwunmi Ambode to the sponsors of the fireworks, Eko Atlantic
Nigeria Limited.
The Lagos@50 Celebration, which began on May 27,
2016, has featured series of events and activities to showcase the cultural
essence of the State, including Jazz Meets Runway, International Conferences,
Arts Exhibition, Film Shows, among others.
50 top artistes who have ruled the Lagos music
scene over the years are expected to perform at the concert.
Some of the artistes billed to perform include
juju music maestros - King Sunny Ade and Evangelist Ebenezer Obey as well as
the legendry Highlife Patriarch, Sir Victor Olaiya.
Other superstars on board are Davido, Phyno,
Olamide, Humble Smith, Adekunle Gold, Lil Kesh, Partoranking, ‘Mr Capable’
Banky W, Runtown, Vanessa, MI, Eedris Abdulkareem, Mr. Eazi, DJ Spinall and
Waka Music star, Queen Salawa Abeni.
Also expected are star Fuji artistes like Adewale
Ayuba, Abass Akande Obesere and Wasiu Alabi (Pasuma Wonder).
The Concert would also feature a fashion show to
depict the evolution of fashion in Lagos state.
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