- Lagos Canvas festival: Mo Abudu hosted “Lagos Canvas,” a festival celebrating Nigerian music, art, fashion, and film.
- Partnership announced: Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced a partnership with Mo Abudu to establish a film village and creative hub in Lagos.
- UK support: British Deputy High Commissioner Jonny Baxter reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s creative industry.
- Nigeria’s creative potential: Mo Abudu emphasized the immense potential of Nigeria’s creative sector, stating that it’s “tethering at the edge and waiting to happen.”
Mo Abudu, a renowned media mogul, kicked off 2025 with a bang by hosting “Lagos Canvas,” a vibrant festival celebrating Nigerian music, art, fashion, and film. The event, held at the British Deputy High Commissioner’s residence, was attended by A-listers like Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Funke Akindele, and other industry heavyweights.
The festival showcased the burgeoning Nigerian creative scene, highlighting its immense potential for global recognition. Governor Sanwo-Olu announced a partnership with Mo Abudu to establish a film village and creative hub in Lagos, building on the success of the 2024 “Detty December” festivities.
The UK’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s creative industry was reaffirmed by British Deputy High Commissioner Jonny Baxter. Mo Abudu emphasized the sector’s potential, stating that “Nigeria is a success story tethering at the edge and waiting to happen. We need to push it over so we can fly.”
The event provided a platform for industry leaders to connect, collaborate, and propel the Nigerian creative scene to new heights. With the global creative industry accounting for approximately 3.1% of global GDP , Nigeria is poised to make its mark on the international stage.
