Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, announced via his official X (formerly Twitter) handle that he hosted the Director General of the National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM), Mr. Olugbile Holloway, along with his senior management team, at Lagos House, Marina.
Credit: @Jidesanwoolo via x.com.
The governor described the meeting as an important step in fostering collaboration to preserve Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage, with Lagos playing a leading role in the effort. He noted that the visit provided an opportunity for a fruitful discussion on deepening partnerships between state authorities and the national commission to protect historical assets and promote cultural awareness.
“I received the DG of the National Commission for Museums and Monuments, Mr. Olugbile Holloway, and his senior management team at Lagos House, Marina today,” Governor Sanwo-Olu posted. “We had a conversation about preserving our rich cultural heritage and how Lagos can continue to play a key role in that effort. Our history matters and I’m glad we’re building stronger partnerships to protect it.”
Sanwo-Olu reiterated the importance of history in shaping the identity of current and future generations and emphasized his administration’s continued support for initiatives aimed at safeguarding Nigeria’s cultural and historical monuments.
Mr. Holloway, who recently assumed office as DG of the NCMM, reportedly praised Lagos for its vibrant cultural landscape and expressed his commission’s readiness to work closely with the state to develop and promote museums, galleries, and heritage sites across the metropolis.
Both leaders acknowledged the urgent need to protect Nigeria’s endangered cultural assets, combat illicit antiquities trade, and enhance public awareness of the value of cultural education.
Lagos, often regarded as the cultural capital of Nigeria, is home to several national monuments and institutions, including the National Museum in Onikan and various heritage sites across the state. Under Sanwo-Olu’s administration, the state has undertaken numerous urban renewal projects that integrate arts, history, and tourism development, aiming to make culture a pillar of economic and community growth.
The governor concluded his remarks by expressing excitement about the potential for stronger intergovernmental collaboration and pledged to support ongoing and future initiatives that honor Nigeria’s diverse cultural narratives.
This latest engagement adds to a growing list of cultural and historical partnerships initiated by the Lagos State Government as it seeks to preserve, promote, and protect Nigeria’s heritage for generations to come.
Credit: @Jidesanwoolo via x.com.
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