Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu embarked on a significant tour today, heralding a new era for the historic city.
The governor’s vow to eliminate underdevelopment across Lagos is now visibly manifesting in Badagry, where heritage restoration and infrastructural enhancements are poised to reshape its landscape.
Governor Sanwo-Olu’s visit to Badagry was not merely ceremonial but a deeply symbolic exploration of Nigeria’s past, underscoring its pivotal role in the nation’s history. The tour spotlighted meticulously restored landmarks such as the Slave Market Museum International Vlekete and the Badagry Heritage Museum, each narrating poignant narratives from bygone eras.
These sites, steeped in historical significance, are now focal points in an ambitious strategy to preserve cultural legacies for posterity.
The journey traversed iconic landmarks including the evocative Point of No Return and Nigeria’s oldest surviving building, the first-storey structure, epitomizing Badagry’s trove of historical treasures.
Concurrently, efforts are underway to bolster infrastructure, revamp roads, and enhance public facilities to ensure Badagry’s accessibility and allure to a global audience.
Governor Sanwo-Olu expressed gratitude for the collaborative support extended by the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission and state officials during this transformative expedition.
Together, they are crafting a vision to elevate Badagry into a world-class destination, poised to invigorate the local economy through tourism while safeguarding the cultural tapestry that defines Nigeria’s heritage.