LAGOS CULTURE AND PEACE FESTIVAL TAKES PLACE OCTOBER 1ST.

Written by Amarachi Ogbonnaya

African Fashion Development and Empowerment, (AFDEC) has concluded plans to host Lagos Culture and Peace Festival as part of Nigeria's independence day celebration on first October, 2018.

AFDEC Executive Director, Adeola Ogunkolade disclosed that the walk 4 peace train will take off at the MRS filling station, Unilag First gate at 7am and make its way to Gbagada Mini stadium where the event proper is scheduled to hold.

Lagos Culture and Peace Festival is highlighting Nigerian history and serving as platform for expression, creativity and rich heritage. The theme for 2018 edition is "Recreate, Revamp, Restyle the Culture of Peace."

According to Adeola Ogunkolade, "The project will showcase several artifacts and works of young people highlighting modern trends, styles, innovation and technology to enhance traditional arts for contemporary appeal. It will encourage ethnic tolerance, respect for individual uniqueness, peaceful coexistence and prevent violence among diverse cultural, social and economic background."

At this time of political unrest in Nigeria, this is a welcome initiative. Where will you be tomorrow? I will be there o. See y'all tomorrow.